California Health Interview Survey (CHIS)
TCE was an early assertive funder in the UCLA-based California Health Interview Survey; the CHIS data reflect health disparities, informing public/private health policy investments.
The California Health Interview Survey stands as a primary source of reliable and thorough data concerning the health and healthcare necessities of California’s expansive and diverse populace.
CHIS aids in pinpointing resources and interventions to where they are most required, thereby enhancing health outcomes for all residents of California.
Annually, CHIS conducts interviews with over 20,000 households covering a broad spectrum of health-related topics. These range from healthcare usage and accessibility, to health conditions and behaviors, as well as various factors influencing health such as public program involvement, housing, income and employment, climate change, food, gun violence, adverse childhood experiences, and much more.
This wealth of information, whether spotlighting the tiniest Northern California town, a sprawling urban hub in Southern California, or statewide trends, can be transformed into narratives that motivate action.
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$2.99M
grant to complete the funding for an unprecedented assessment of the health needs of California -
20,000+
households interviewed every year -
6
languages available to take the survey in -
100+
topics covered in the survey
“The California Health Interview Survey is a critical tool for informing the most important health policy decisions that confront us. It enables us to identify what communities in the state are hardest hit by the burden of preventable health conditions and diseases so we can target resources more efficiently. Moreover, CHIS provides The Endowment with an invaluable tool for measuring progress in our efforts to reduce health disparities among the state's underserved communities.”
DR. ROBERT K. ROSS President & CEO, The California Endowment
Browse Other Changes Planted by Dr. Ross
Building Healthy Communities $1B invested over 10 years
Health4All 38.6 million lives impacted
Youth Awards 37 total awards given
Schools Not Prisons & BMOC Millions reached since 2016
Farmworker Health $50M initiative
TCE Grant Making 2023 $381M awarded
Parks for All Hundreds of millions leveraged for parks investments in CA
Youth on the Board 1st of large foundations in US to have youth on the board
Childhood Obesity & Freshworks $272M to expand access to fresh and healthy foods in low-income communities
Kids Health Coverage Campaign $4M to help enroll children in health programs
Cultural Competency/Health Workforce/PRIME $78.2M to CA organizations working to boost the size and diversity of the state's healthcare workforce
TCE Headquarters 125,000+ use our facilities every year
Wishing Wall
May you spend many days on the beach. Best Wishes, Winnie
Thank you Dr. Ross for impacting so many people and our community.
- Vida Mobile Clinic
Dr. Ross,
Wish you peace and reflective joy brother.
- Efrain Escobedo
Dr. Ross -
The man who helped me to dream in decades! Thank you for your leadership and example of courage. You’ve made us all better!
- Kaci Patterson
Dr. Ross,
I love you!! Thank you for being a servant to the people. Lives are better because you came into the world.
Thank you for seeding so much change in the world, Dr. Ross!
On behalf of Music Changing Lives, we want to extend our deepest gratitude for your unwavering support and dedication. Your commitment to nurturing and inspiring young minds through philanthropy is truly transformative. May you continue to touch lives & bring harmony to our communities. We are blessed to have you as a part of our journey.
- Josiah (Music Changing Lives)
Congratulations on a wonderful 24 years of impact! May God bless you and keep you!
Love you my brother! My homeboy. Wish you all the joy & happiness.
- Hector V. (Homeboy Industries)
Happy times and thanks for all you have done for me.
Dear Bob,
Thank you for your incredible and bold leadership for equity and justice! It has catalyzed so much and the ripple effects will be felt for longer than you can imagine. Thanks also for being a personal inspiration to me and our organization’s work. We’ll all try to carry on the pathway you forged. Best wishes in all your next endeavors.
Yours,
- Alex Rossides
Thank you for doing the true work of a doctor… HEALING! I heard you speak early in my career and was very inspired. Thank you!
- Leslie Johnson (Community Coalition)
Wishing you well in all things, Bob. Preach on!
- John F.
Bob -
“Dr. Ross” - thank you for your leadership, support, and contributions towards health equity and health justice.
With gratitude,
- Ignatius Bau
Dr. Ross -
I want to thank and appreciate you for being an advocate for our most underserved communities and our boys of color. It is with deep gratitude that I can say that your investments have given me a career and supported my healing journey.
- Omar Torres
Congratulations on a long and impactful career! Best wishes for your next stage of life!
Best,
- Amy
POWER
Dear Bob,
I have learned and grown so much during my time at TCE and with you. Thank you for everything.
- Karthik
We are forever grateful for your tireless work to make CA a beloved community for all! Si se puede!
With deep appreciation,
- Mayra Alvarez & The Children’s Partnership team
Dr. Bob -
Enjoy this next chapter in your life. I wish you joy!
- Jim Crouch
Best wishes!
- Melinda Smith and the Helpguide team
Unveiling Our
2025 Annual
Report
The California Endowment is proud to present our 2025 annual report. Read about the work we are supporting and our partners who are changing California to a state of belonging and inclusion.
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