President And Chief Executive Officer
CurrentSince 1965, federally qualified health centers (FQHCs) have become the best part of our health system, delivering high quality, affordable primary care for our nation. With over 310K employed serving 32.5+ million people in over 16K locations, FQHCs provide care to patients, regardless of ability to pay in every state, U.S. territory, and the District of Columbia. MISSIONThe National Association of Community Health Centers (NACHC) was founded in 1971 to promote efficient, high-quality, comprehensive health care that is accessible, culturally and linguistically competent, community directed, and patient-centered for all.VISIONNACHC is the leading innovative change agent collaborating with affiliates and partners to advance Community Health Centers as the foundation of an equitable health care system free from disparities and built on accessible, patient-governed, high-quality, integrated primary care.WHAT WE DO•Serve as the leading national advocacy organization in support of Community Health Centers and the expansion of health care access for the medically underserved and uninsured.•Conduct research and analysis that informs both the public and private sectors about the work of health centers, their value to the American health care system and the overall health of the nation’s people and communities – both in terms of costs and health care outcomes.•Provide training, leadership development and technical assistance to health center staff and boards to support and strengthen health center operations and governance.•Develop alliances and partnerships with the public and private sectors to build stronger and healthier communities and bring greater resources to and investment in community health centers.•Work closely with chartered State and Regional Primary Care Associations (PCAs) to fulfill their shared health care mission and support the growth and development of community-based health center programs.Please learn more at: https://www.nachc.org