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Florida Blue Food Access Grant Application Now Open
Florida Blue Food Access Grant Application Now Open

FAFCC is now accepting applications for the Florida Blue Food Access Grant Program. Continue Reading

Date posted09/9/2026


Member Highlight: How One Dental Clinic Is Helping Patients Stay Out of the Hospital
Member Highlight: How One Dental Clinic Is Helping Patients Stay Out of the Hospital

When people think about emergency room diversion, they often picture primary care clinics treating illnesses before they become emergencies. But dental care plays an equally important role. For the team at the Dental Care Access Foundation (DCAF), preventing emergency department visits has become... Continue Reading

Date posted08/4/2026


Member Highlight: Building a Strong Volunteer Pipeline at Wildflower Healthcare
Member Highlight: Building a Strong Volunteer Pipeline at Wildflower Healthcare

Volunteers are the heart of every free and charitable clinic. While recruiting clinical providers is often top of mind, many organizations also rely on volunteers for patient support, administration, interpretation, outreach, fundraising, marketing, and countless other essential roles. At FAFCC,... Continue Reading

Date posted07/20/2026


Removing Barriers to Care through Community Partnerships
Removing Barriers to Care through Community Partnerships

Volunteer providers, community partnerships, and a determination to remove barriers helped connect an uninsured patient at Lake Wales Free Clinic with lifesaving heart care close to home. Continue Reading

Date posted06/23/2026


Member Highlight: Coordinated Care in Action
Member Highlight: Coordinated Care in Action

See how two FAFCC member clinics partnered to guide an uninsured patient from diagnosis through cancer care and into survivorship support. Continue Reading

Date posted05/4/2026


Bringing Vision Care to Students: Expanding Access—and Changing Lives
Bringing Vision Care to Students: Expanding Access—and Changing Lives

By bringing vision care directly into schools, Florida Lions Eye Clinic is removing barriers for students in Lee County. For one child, that access led to early detection, life-changing treatment, and a whole new outlook on life. Continue Reading

Date posted04/21/2026


Supporting a Veteran’s Journey from Crisis to Care
Supporting a Veteran’s Journey from Crisis to Care

After facing homelessness and a medical crisis, a veteran found stability, care, and a path forward through coordinated support services—highlighting the critical role FAFCC member clinics play in whole-person care. Continue Reading

Date posted04/6/2026


From Routine Visit to Lifesaving Care: Maria’s Story
From Routine Visit to Lifesaving Care: Maria’s Story

Early intervention at a free clinic led to a life-changing diagnosis and treatment pathway for a young patient in need. Continue Reading

Date posted03/25/2026


FAFCC Midweek Memo - February 25
FAFCC Midweek Memo - February 25

Dear FAFCC members, In this week's Memo, we're sharing a link to our latest blog post where we outline our areas of support and why this behind-the-scenes work matters. We're also sharing: Fundraising Series Webinars Details Certification Program Launch Recording, and more! We hope you... Continue Reading

Postedby Rebecca Delorenzo
Date posted02/25/2026


FAFCC Midweek Memo - February 18
FAFCC Midweek Memo - February 18

Dear FAFCC members, We're pleased to share our second grant disbursements of our current grant cycle have been processed and should be received this week by ACH or next week if not enrolled in ACH. We're also sharing: A Legislative Budget Update A Link to a NAFC Data Survey, New Webinar Series,... Continue Reading

Postedby Rebecca Delorenzo
Date posted02/18/2026


FAFCC Midweek Memo - February 11
FAFCC Midweek Memo - February 11

Dear FAFCC members, There’s still time to register for today’s Learning Lab on stress management in 2026. We know the demands at your clinics are intense, and Marni Stalman, President & CEO of the Mental Health Association of Central Florida, will share innovative techniques to... Continue Reading

Postedby Rebecca Delorenzo
Date posted02/11/2026


FAFCC Midweek Memo - February 4
FAFCC Midweek Memo - February 4

Dear FAFCC members, I am pleased to share that FAFCC has received Charity Navigator's highest rating: four stars for financial health, accountability, and transparency. This is largely thanks to you and your commitment to providing health care in your communities. More information on this great... Continue Reading

Postedby Rebecca Delorenzo
Date posted02/4/2026