Health Education Council

The mission of the Health Education Council (HEC) is to cultivate the health and well-being of underserved communities by leveraging the power of collaboration. Founded in 1991, HEC is a nonprofit dedicated to advancing health equity by addressing the social, economic, and environmental drivers of health.HEC partners with residents, healthcare providers, schools, government agencies, and community organizations to improve healthcare access, enhance safety, promote healthy lifestyles, expand economic mobility, and build resilient communities.Our flexible program model meets individuals and families where they are through multiple entry points. Key offerings include health education workshops, food distributions, youth programs, violence prevention, care coordination, and resource navigation. Additionally, HEC strengthens systems and creates pathways to long-term economic stability through Community Health Worker (CHW) and Peer Support Specialist (PSS) certification trainings, workforce development, coalition building, and community-based research.By utilizing data, partner collaboration, and direct community feedback, HEC continuously adapts its services to reduce barriers, increase access to opportunity, and equip individuals and families with the tools to achieve healthier lives.