Activities & Event Ideas

There are lots of creative ways that Community Health Centers can celebrate National Health Center Week. Below are some ideas to get you started!

Video Contest

Before getting started, review the full video contest rules.
Create a video that demonstrates the unique value of Community Health Centers and contributions to the community.
Have fun incorporating the #NHCW24 theme: Powering Communities Through Caring Connections.
Video submissions will be available for public voting between August 19-29, 2024. The winners will be announced no later than September 3, 2024.

Before getting started, review the full sticker design contest rules.
Create an original sticker design (5 in. x 5 in.) that represents the value of Community Health Centers from a national perspective.
Have fun incorporating the #NHCW24 theme: Powering Communities Through Caring Connections.
Sticker designs will be available for public voting August 19-29, 2024. The winner will be announced no later than September 3, 2024.

The submission period for #NHCW24 has ended.
Have staff and board members identify as many people as possible in your organization who are responsible for each of these vital Community Health Center services by putting their initials in the square.
Win up/down, across, or diagonal.
Those who submitted completed bingo cards by the August 14 deadline will be entered for a chance to win a prize. Winners will be announced no later than September 3, 2024.

Host an open house and provide tours of your health center and the services you offer.
Partner with community organizations to host a health/resource fair. Local public safety departments and sports teams also love to participate in these types of events to connect with community members.
Conduct a voter registration event or blood drive.
Coordinate with local schools and health departments to offer a childhood immunization day or school supply give-a-way.
Organize a contest, such as children’s coloring or poster contest, and share the entries and winners on social media.
Partner with the local library to promote the importance of health literacy. Set up a reading corner at your health center and have a clinician, librarian, or elected official read to children in pediatric waiting areas. Connect with Reach Out and Read for resources!
Host a fitness class or walk/run to promote wellness in your community.

Offer free lunch, snacks, or swag to show appreciation for their their hard work. Local businesses often offer discounts or donated goods to front-line workers.
Hold an awards ceremony to honor staff, board members, and other health center volunteers.
Ask grateful patients and community partners to write thank you cards or inspiring messages to share with staff.