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Did you know that there are about 1,400 Community Health Centers across the US? 

These vital establishments provide primary care and other essential health services to millions of patients every year, with a focus on underserved communities…

So, today, I would like to share an event with you that recognizes the services provided by Community Health Centers and honors the hard workers who dedicate their lives to protecting the health of those who access traditional healthcare!

Here are the impactful insights that I have for you today:

• Celebrating our community health centers 🩺
• The launch of one of the world’s largest green energy projects 💚
• The return of endangered Chinook salmon 🐟
• Discussion of the week: creating awareness for important issues 💬
• And more… 💚

🩺 Event of the Week: National Health Center Week

👉 Did you know that this week (August 3-9) is National Health Center Week? This event is celebrated every year to acknowledge and celebrate the vital services provided by Community Health Centers across the US. 

1️⃣ The big picture: National Health Center Week was set up by the National Association of Community Health Centers (NACHC) in 1987 to honor the invaluable contributions of Community Health Centers (CHCs) across the US. Starting with just two centers in 1965, the event is now used to raise awareness of the 1,400 Community Health Centers across the nation working to serve patients with affordable primary care. There is a different theme every year to highlight the tremendous work carried out by health centers, as well as the far-reaching impacts of the community health center movement. 

2️⃣ Why is this important: Today, Community Health Centers in the US serve around 31.5 million patients annually across 15,000 communities, with demand rising every year. Sadly, we still have a long way to go before reaching true health equity across the nation, with American Indian and Alaska Natives (AIAN), alongside Hispanic individuals, being twice as likely to not have health insurance than their white counterparts. And, Black infants are twice as likely to die of health problems than White babies. Community Health Centers provide services to those who would otherwise not be able to access appropriate healthcare, making them a vital part of communities.

3️⃣ How can you get involved: You can get involved in National Health Center Week by setting up a fundraising or awareness event to support your local Community Health Center. In addition, you can also volunteer for a local health center or spread the word via your social media channels.

Below are our favorite charities that are especially relevant for this awareness event:

• 9 Best Charities to Support Healthcare Workers
• 9 Best Charities That Fight for Health Equity
• 9 Best Charities That Assist With Healthcare

If you are looking for additional inspiration, you can find a wide range of charitable causes to support in our charity support blog.

📢 Three Good News

💚 Australia unveils plans to build one of the world’s largest green energy projects:

• Located on Mirning territory spanning 15,000 km², the proposed Western Green Energy Hub (WGEH) will feature 25 million solar panels and 3,000 wind turbines working together to generate renewable energy.
• The scale of this project represents a significant leap forward in renewable energy production capacity, potentially creating a reliable supply of green hydrogen for global markets. 
• Local communities will also benefit through the Mirning Traditional Lands Aboriginal Corporation’s 10% interest in the project, ensuring economic benefits flow to Indigenous people. 

🐟 Endangered Chinook salmon return to California river after 100-year absence:

• Adult winter-run Chinook salmon have returned to California’s McCloud River after nearly a century, marking a significant milestone in the recovery of this endangered species.
• Winter-run Chinook salmon is one of just nine species considered to be most at risk of extinction in the near-term, making their return a crucial development for biodiversity conservation.
• The return follows decades of work by Indigenous tribes, including the Winnemem Wintu, who have fought against dam projects that harm salmon habitats by warming water temperatures beyond the chilly range salmon need for egg-laying.

🌻 Sunflower-shaped solar panels generate power of 5,000 suns:

• Scientists have developed an innovative High Concentration Photovoltaic Thermal system that resembles sunflowers and generates power equivalent to 5,000 suns.
• With its sunflower-inspired design, the system moves beyond traditional rectangular solar panels, demonstrating how innovative shapes can maximize energy collection and efficiency.
• Each sunflower-like array can produce 12 kW of electricity and 20 kW of thermal energy, achieving an impressive 80% efficiency rate.

💬 Discussion of the Week: Creating Awareness for Important Issues

Welcome to our new section, where we spark meaningful discussions about everyday topics that can create a real positive impact in our lives!

This week’s discussion topic: How do you use your voice and platform to raise awareness about important issues?

• What methods have you used to educate others or amplify messages about causes you care about?
• Why do you believe spreading awareness is a crucial part of creating social change?
• Do you have creative ideas for sharing information that engages people without overwhelming them?

Your communication strategies could help us all become more effective advocates for positive change!

For our founding community members, keep the conversation going in our forum here.

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🤝 Three More Important Awareness Events

👶 National Breastfeeding Month:

• National Breastfeeding Month is a time to celebrate the benefits of human milk to babies, as well as support and promote healthy lactating practices.
• National Breastfeeding Month is also a great time to raise awareness of the stigma that many mothers still face, particularly when breastfeeding in public.
• Throughout the month, numerous campaigns are launched with a different theme every year, kicking off with World Breastfeeding Week from August 1-7. 

🐆 August 4, International Clouded Leopard Day:

• International Clouded Leopard Day highlights the amazing qualities of the clouded leopard and promotes their welfare. 
• As an animal that is considered vulnerable on the endangered species scale, highlighting their importance to the ecosystem is key. 

🦪 August 5, National Oyster Day:

• National Oyster Day is all about enjoying the delicious flavors and nutritional benefits of oysters! 
• This awareness day is typically celebrated by ordering oyster dishes, especially those that are freshly shucked.

Related: You can discover all the 76 most important awareness events (for the month, days, weeks) in our awareness calendar for August 2025!

📜 These Days in History

🛰️ August 4, 2007: The US space probe Phoenix was launched, landing on Mars a year later. One of its most important discoveries was the existence of water ice under the planet’s surface.

⚾ August 4, 1962: American baseball pitcher Roger Clemens was born in Dayton, Ohio. He later became one of the most successful pitchers in history and the first to win the Cy Young Award seven times. 

🎺 August 4, 1901: Louis Armstrong, a gifted musician and the leading trumpeter in jazz history, was born in New Orleans, Louisiana. 

💭 Quote of the Day

“I think anything is possible if you have the mindset and the will and desire to do it and put the time in.”

― Roger Clemens; American baseball pitcher

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Stay impactful 💚