Donate Careers Home Our Work About Us Get Involved Support Us Blog About Us Center for Human Development (CHD) is a community-based 501(c)(3) Nonprofit Organization that offers a spectrum of services for at-risk youth, individuals, families, and communities in the Bay Area. Since 1972 we have provided wellness programs and support aimed at empowering people and promoting positive growth. Our dedicated staff and several hundred volunteers create and deliver programs and services, constantly striving to identify and resolve community problems; thereby creating positive change. Our volunteers work side-by-side with our staff to deliver quality programs in schools and community sites throughout Contra Costa. We are known for our innovative programs and are committed to improving the quality of life in our communities. Contact Us 925-687-8844 Fax: 925-849-8177 info@chd-prevention.org Center for Human Development (CHD) is a community-based 501(c)(3) Nonprofit Organization that offers a spectrum of services for at-risk youth, individuals, families, and communities in the Bay Area. Map/Directions Keep In Touch: Visit Us on Facebook Contact Us Site Map Copyright 2020 by CHD.

Donate Careers Home Our Work About Us Get Involved Support Us Blog Mission & Values Our Beginnings Center for Human Development (CHD) was founded in 1972, with a commitment to improve the quality of lives of people in various communities. Over the years, CHD’s staff and several hundred volunteers have provided a spectrum of services that support, guide, and educate more than 14,000 at-risk youth, individuals, and families. The understanding gained through its various services continues to create strong communities, even today. Our Work CHD has a number of programs focused on prevention and wellness. These services and partnership initiatives address a large number of issues facing the community, including teen substance use, community violence, and access to healthcare. To make these initiatives effective the staff and volunteers work side-by-side at schools and community sites, throughout Contra Costa County. This process enables CHD to provide a safe and supportive environment, empower program participants, and promote their lifelong resiliency. Our Mission & Values Mission: We partner with the community to create opportunities for people to realize their full potential. Vision: We envision healthy, strong, and resilient children, youth, and adults of all ages living in safe and thriving communities. Diversity in the greatest sense of the word. Volunteerism and Leadership with the power to change lives and advance community goals. Accessible and Affordable Services benefiting all members of our community. Group Inclusion inspiring teamwork and unleashing human potential. Contact Us 925-687-8844 Fax: 925-849-8177 info@chd-prevention.org Center for Human Development (CHD) is a community-based 501(c)(3) Nonprofit Organization that offers a spectrum of services for at-risk youth, individuals, families, and communities in the Bay Area. Map/Directions Keep In Touch: Visit Us on Facebook Contact Us Site Map Copyright 2020 by CHD.