About this Event
5th Annual Four Rivers Healthy Community Conference
Thursday, September 17 | 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
Join community leaders, healthcare professionals, educators, nonprofit organizations, advocates, and residents from across the Four Rivers region for the 5th Annual Four Rivers Healthy Community Conference. This year's theme, Rooted in Community: Strengthening Connections & Nourishing Wellbeing, celebrates the power of collaboration, belonging, and collective action to build healthier, more resilient communities.
The conference will feature an inspiring keynote address from Andrea Williams, President of Oregon Food Bank, along with engaging breakout sessions, networking opportunities, and practical strategies to strengthen partnerships and advance community wellbeing.
Kick off the conference by joining us for a special Pre-Conference Community Block Party hosted by Oregon Food Bank & the Western Treasure Valley Food System Partnership!
Wednesday, September 16 | 5:00–8:00 PM
952 Block of Fortner Street, Ontario
(On the campus of River Bend Place & Valley Family Health Care)
Celebrate with us as we break ground on the future Ontario Community Food Center—a new community gathering space that will expand food access, foster connection, and create opportunities for learning and belonging. Enjoy an evening of community, music, family-friendly activities, local partners, and celebration as we mark this exciting milestone together.
Whether you attend the block party, the conference, or both, you'll leave inspired by the people and partnerships that are helping our communities thrive.
We look forward to welcoming you!
Event venue & nearby stays
Four Rivers Cultural Center & Museum, 676 Southwest 5th Avenue, Ontario, United States
Concerts, fests, parties, meetups — all the happenings, one place.