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Case Studies and Success Stories

Change is never without its challenges, even when it will lead to  improvements in the health and well-being of communities. Fighting to end  tobacco use is one such challenge. So, it’s important to stay encouraged and inspired. Here you will find case studies and success stories to help keep you motivated.


hidden Success Story: Riverside County Coalition Structure

Success Story: Riverside County Coalition Structure

January 19, 2023 Luis Macias

The Riverside County Coalition for Tobacco-Free Communities has found a unique way to organize itself that has led to effective ways to carry out the work of the Coalition and


hidden Success Story: Smokefree Multi-Unit Housing Campaign Unincorporated Alameda County

Success Story: Smokefree Multi-Unit Housing Campaign Unincorporated Alameda County

July 28, 2022August 6, 2024 Luis Macias

hidden Case Study: America On Track Rallies Volunteers to Ban Flavored Tobacco in Buena Park

Case Study: America On Track Rallies Volunteers to Ban Flavored Tobacco in Buena Park

July 12, 2022 Luis Macias

America On Track worked with the Buena Park FIT Committee to drive support for a flavor policy restricting youth access to sweet, fruity, and menthol tobacco products.


hidden Success Story: Hyperlocal Organizing: Postcard Campaign Led by the Community Drives Success in Hesperia

Success Story: Hyperlocal Organizing: Postcard Campaign Led by the Community Drives Success in Hesperia

June 24, 2022 Luis Macias

Driven by the Way Resource Center’s (Center) efforts, the Coalition for a Tobacco-Free San Bernardino County collected more than 480 postcards in support of stronger tobacco regulation in Hesperia.


hidden Success Story: Paid Social Media Targeting Tactic Used to Engage Latino Community in Fight Against Tobacco

Success Story: Paid Social Media Targeting Tactic Used to Engage Latino Community in Fight Against Tobacco

April 05, 2022 Luis Macias

Discover how one organization has successfully used geofencing to engage their community.


hidden Success Story: The G.R.E.E.N. Foundation’s Relationship with Faith Communities

Success Story: The G.R.E.E.N. Foundation’s Relationship with Faith Communities

June 30, 2021 Sarah Williams

Learn how the G.R.E.E.N. Foundation has helped to improve health disparities that impact African American communities in California.


hidden Success Story: Promotores Make the Difference on Santa Maria Tobacco Control Policies

Success Story: Promotores Make the Difference on Santa Maria Tobacco Control Policies

June 29, 2021 Luis Macias

Discover how community health workers activated the Spanish-speaking community and harnessed their support for stronger tobacco control policies.


hidden Case Study: Leveraging the community voice to strengthen tobacco retailer licensing policy

Case Study: Leveraging the community voice to strengthen tobacco retailer licensing policy

June 29, 2021 Luis Macias

Learn how the Hayward City Council eliminated the sale of flavored tobacco products citywide and amended its Tobacco Retail License.


hidden Case Study: City of Oakland closes flavored tobacco products policy loophole

Case Study: City of Oakland closes flavored tobacco products policy loophole

June 29, 2021 Luis Macias

Learn how the Oakland City Council strengthened community tobacco control and enforcement measures, including closing a loophole around flavored tobacco products policy.


hidden Case Study: Community Campaigns to Reduce Youth Access to Tobacco

Case Study: Community Campaigns to Reduce Youth Access to Tobacco

May 11, 2021 Sarah Williams

Discover how the Colton Community Coalition for Change successfully campaigned for a comprehensive Tobacco Retail License.


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