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Why Participation in FAFCC Committees Matters
Why Participation in FAFCC Committees Matters

FAFCC committees are where network priorities get built — and they work best when clinic leaders are in the room helping build them. Here's why participation matters and what it actually looks like. Continue Reading

Date posted05/5/2026


How State Funding Decisions Affect Clinic Stability
How State Funding Decisions Affect Clinic Stability

FAFCC is actively working to secure $3 million in state funding for dental and mental health services through this year's legislative session. Here's why it matters and what's at stake for clinics across Florida. Continue Reading

Date posted04/28/2026


How FAFCC Uses Clinic Data — and Protects Clinics at the Same Time
How FAFCC Uses Clinic Data — and Protects Clinics at the Same Time

Data participation is one of the most impactful things a clinic can do — but only if clinics trust how it gets used. Here's exactly how FAFCC handles submitted data and why the protection is built in by design. Continue Reading

Date posted04/21/2026


Building Capacity Without Burning Out Your Team
Building Capacity Without Burning Out Your Team

Capacity problems in free clinics rarely look like resource shortages on paper — they look like burnout and single points of failure. This post breaks down what actually builds sustainable capacity and how FAFCC can help. Continue Reading

Date posted04/13/2026


What the FY27 President's Budget Means for Free and Charitable Clinics
What the FY27 President's Budget Means for Free and Charitable Clinics

The FY27 President's Budget reflects a mix of continuity and significant policy shifts across programs that directly affect free and charitable clinics. Here's a breakdown of what NAFC identified — and what Florida clinics should have on their radar. Continue Reading

Date posted04/13/2026


Smarter Grant Writing with AI
Smarter Grant Writing with AI

Looking to streamline your grant writing process? This resource shares practical ways to use AI to analyze opportunities, draft stronger narratives, and avoid common mistakes. Continue Reading

Date posted03/31/2026


Two Minutes, Big Impact: How Patient Data Shapes Policy Decisions
Two Minutes, Big Impact: How Patient Data Shapes Policy Decisions

In a busy clinic, even two extra minutes can feel like a lot. Staff are juggling intake, volunteers, documentation, and patient flow. Adding one more task isn’t always welcome. But when it comes to patient data, two minutes can influence decisions made at the state level. Across Florida,... Continue Reading

Postedby Rebecca Delorenzo
Date posted03/10/2026


Governance That Works for Small and Growing Clinics
Governance That Works for Small and Growing Clinics

Governance can feel like a formality, especially for small clinics focused on patient care. When staffing is lean and volunteers are stretched, board work sometimes takes a back seat to operations. But over time, governance is one of the strongest predictors of whether a clinic remains stable,... Continue Reading

Postedby Rebecca Delorenzo
Date posted03/3/2026


How FAFCC Supports Clinics Beyond Grant Dollars
How FAFCC Supports Clinics Beyond Grant Dollars

FAFCC’s work extends far beyond administering grant funds. Continue Reading

Postedby Rebecca Delorenzo
Date posted02/24/2026


What the Legislative Session Means for Free & Charitable Clinics
What the Legislative Session Means for Free & Charitable Clinics

Legislative sessions shape funding, policy, and operating conditions for free and charitable clinics, often in ways that aren’t immediately visible. Continue Reading

Postedby Rebecca Delorenzo
Date posted02/17/2026


Why ER Diversion Data Matters More Than Ever for Free & Charitable Clinics
Why ER Diversion Data Matters More Than Ever for Free & Charitable Clinics

Free and charitable clinics are playing a critical role in reducing unnecessary emergency room use and lowering healthcare costs across Florida. Continue Reading

Postedby Rebecca Delorenzo
Date posted02/10/2026


FAFCC Launches New Certification Framework to Strengthen Florida’s Free and Charitable Clinics
FAFCC Launches New Certification Framework to Strengthen Florida’s Free and Charitable Clinics

Florida’s free and charitable clinics already deliver high-quality care with limited resources — and now there’s a new way to showcase that excellence. FAFCC’s new certification framework creates clear standards, recognizes achievement, and strengthens clinics’ credibility with partners and funders. Continue Reading

Date posted02/9/2026