FIELD Institute

FIELD is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 1978 by Cesar E. Chavez to create pathways to self-sufficiency for underserved communities through education and training. Today, FIELD carries that mission forward by helping adults and young adults overcome barriers and unlock new opportunities.

Our two core programs—EPIC de Cesar Chavez Charter High School and the Cesar Chavez Environmental Corps (CCEC)—offer high school diploma completion, English Language Development (ELD), workforce development, and personal growth.

We also provide Career Technical Education (CTE) in Early Childhood Education, Culinary Arts, Recycling, Natural Resources, Agriculture, and Business, plus support courses in digital and financial literacy.

FIELD serves immigrants, first-generation learners, parents, career changers, and others seeking a fresh start. Since 2002, we’ve served nearly 90,000 students across California’s rural and urban communities.