TheCHANGEproject
The future of health equity belongs to us.
We back community leaders and young people to design practical programs, generate clear evidence, and translate insight into policy that lasts.
Our Approach
Change by design, power, and story
We advance health equity by elevating community leadership, building evidence-based pilots, and shifting narratives. Our work is iterative, measurable, and relentlessly human-centered.
Design
Community-led solutions
Power
Youth leadership
Story
Narrative change
What We Do
Empowering Young Leaders with Lived Experience
We invest in the next generation of health equity leaders—young people who understand inequity firsthand and are ready to build the solutions their communities deserve.
TheCHANGE Institute
Empowering young leaders with lived experience of inequity. We provide funding, mentorship, and training so the next generation can design and lead the solutions their communities need.
Student Chapter Network
Youth-led chapters turning energy into impact. Students with lived experience lead workshops, health fairs, and advocacy campaigns in their own communities.
Parity Media
Stories that shift systems. Ethical storytelling elevating lived experiences through podcasts, films, and features to influence policy and public opinion.
Community Education
Direct health-literacy workshops and community health events co-designed with neighborhood partners to build long-term capacity.
Policy & Systems Change
Training residents and youth to analyze policy, build coalitions, and engage lawmakers for structural wins.
Impact
Making a measurable difference
We track outcomes that matter. Every initiative is backed by data, community wisdom, and measurable progress toward a more equitable future.
Stories
Voices from the field
Read stories and insights from our health equity fellows, community partners, and the people driving change in neighborhoods across Colorado.
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Stories
Voices of change
Our impact is best told through the experiences of those we work with. Here's what community members and partners have to say.
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FAQ
Common questions
Find answers to frequently asked questions about our work, approach, and how you can get involved.
We're always looking for partners who share our vision for community-driven health equity. Partnership opportunities include:
- Co-developing community-based programs
- Joining our coalition of healthcare providers
- Sponsoring events or initiatives
- Offering pro-bono services
Contact us at partnerships@thechangeprojectco.org to start a conversation.
Community-led means those directly affected by health inequities are the ones making decisions, setting priorities, and shaping solutions. We employ a "nothing about us, without us" approach where:
- Our team reflects the communities we serve
- We pay community members for their expertise and time
- Decision-making power is shared equitably
- We're accountable to the community first
Your donations directly support our mission to advance health equity. Funds are allocated to:
- Community health initiatives (60%)
- Youth leadership development (20%)
- Program evaluation and research (10%)
- Administrative costs (10%)
Yes! We welcome volunteers with various skills and backgrounds. Current volunteer needs include:
- Healthcare professionals for community screenings
- Designers and storytellers
- Translators (especially Spanish, Vietnamese, Arabic)
- Data analysts and researchers
- Event coordinators
Complete our volunteer form to get started.
We currently focus our work in the Denver metro area, with some initiatives extending throughout Colorado. Our digital storytelling and policy work has national reach. We're exploring opportunities to expand our model to additional communities through partnerships and knowledge sharing.
Have a question that's not answered here? Reach out to us at info@thechangeprojectco.org
Join Us
Be part of the change
Join our movement to create a more equitable health system. Whether you want to volunteer, partner, donate, or share your story—we have a place for you.
Volunteer Your Skills
Contribute your professional or personal skills to support our initiatives.
Share Your Story
Your lived experiences can help others and inform better solutions.
Become a Donor
Your financial support enables sustainable community-led initiatives.
