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Comite Civico del Valle was established in 1987 with a mission to improve the lives of disadvantaged communities by promoting informed and engaged civic participation. This principle is incorporated into all partnerships, research, and civic engagement undertaken by the organization. Comite Civico has grown over the years to serve a wide range of groups and individuals in California through programs such as Promotoras, Community Outreach Events, Educator Training, Health Education, Environmental Health Research, and the Annual Environmental Health Leadership Summit. The organization collaborates with other established Environmental Justice organizations, researchers, academia, and government agencies to serve various California communities. With over three decades of experience serving the Imperial Valley and beyond, Comite Civico has become a well-respected and influential organization in the field of Environmental Justice.

In its early years, CCV relied on grassroots support from local residents, community organizations, and philanthropic foundations to fund its programs and initiatives. The organization was structured as a community-based nonprofit, governed by a board of directors and led by a small staff of dedicated advocates and organizers. One of CCV's earliest and most impactful initiatives was its "Promotores de Salud" program, which trained community members to become health educators and advocates in their own neighborhoods. This program helped to address the severe shortage of healthcare providers in the region and provided much-needed health education and resources to underserved communities.