Community Health Access Program
Healthcare Access & EquityUN SDG Alignment: SDG 3 • SDG 10 • SDG 17
The Community Health Access Program advances health equity by bringing essential healthcare services, education, and navigation support directly to underserved communities. The Gatsby Showcase Foundation recognizes that access not availability is often the greatest barrier to care, and this program is designed to close that gap.
Aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals particularly SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-Being) and SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities) the program focuses on improving preventive care access, strengthening health literacy, and empowering individuals to take proactive steps toward better health outcomes.
Activities
Gatsby Showcase Foundation in partnership with the Association of Cameroonian Physicians in the Americas (ACPA) providing free healthcare services at a community health fair.
Program Focus
The Community Health Access Program prioritizes:
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Preventive and primary healthcare access
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Early detection and health awareness
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Community-based care delivery models
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Reducing structural, financial, and socioeconomic barriers to care
Initial implementation focuses on the DMV region, with scalable frameworks designed for national and global expansion through strategic partnerships.
What We Do
Community Health Fairs & Outreach
(SDG 3 | SDG 10)
We organize community-based health fairs and outreach initiatives that provide:
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Preventive health screenings
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Health education and wellness resources
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Referrals to local healthcare providers
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Connections to community support services
These initiatives are intentionally designed to meet people where they are, removing common barriers related to cost, transportation, awareness, and system complexity.
Healthcare Navigation & Access Support
(SDG 3 | SDG 10)
Participants receive personalized guidance on:
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Navigating healthcare systems
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Accessing primary and specialty care
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Understanding available public and community-based resources
By improving health system literacy, the program empowers individuals to advocate for their own care, make informed decisions, and pursue timely treatment.
Partnership-Driven Care Delivery
(SDG 17)
The program collaborates with:
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Healthcare providers and clinicians
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Hospitals and health systems
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Community organizations
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Public health agencies and nonprofit partners
These partnerships ensure that services are credible, culturally responsive, and aligned with the real needs of the communities served.
Why This Matters
Health disparities are often driven by delayed care, limited preventive services, and lack of access to trusted information. By prioritizing community-based access and education, the Community Health Access Program helps to:
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Reduce preventable illness and complications
-
Improve early detection and intervention
-
Strengthen long-term health outcomes
This work supports healthier families, reduces strain on emergency care systems, and contributes to more resilient communities.
Measuring Impact
Program impact is evaluated through:
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Number of individuals reached through health fairs and outreach initiatives
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Types of services and screenings delivered
-
Referrals made and follow-up connections to care
-
Growth and depth of community and institutional partnerships
These metrics guide continuous program improvement and support transparent reporting to stakeholders and funders.
Looking Ahead
As the program grows, future expansion may include:
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Annual flagship community health fairs
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Expanded preventive and wellness service offerings
-
Integration with education, workforce, and career pathways
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Replication in additional communities through partner-led models
Growth will be guided by demonstrated impact, sustainable funding, and community demand.
Partner With Us
Healthcare providers, institutions, and supporters play a critical role in expanding access to care and advancing health equity. We welcome partnerships that help strengthen community health ecosystems and create lasting impact.
Program Focus
The Community Health Access Program prioritizes:
-
Preventive and primary healthcare access
-
Early detection and health awareness
-
Community-based care delivery models
-
Reducing structural, financial, and socioeconomic barriers to care
Initial implementation focuses on the DMV region, with scalable frameworks designed for national and global expansion through strategic partnerships.
What We Do
Community Health Fairs & Outreach
(SDG 3 | SDG 10)
We organize community-based health fairs and outreach initiatives that provide:
-
Preventive health screenings
-
Health education and wellness resources
-
Referrals to local healthcare providers
-
Connections to community support services
These initiatives are intentionally designed to meet people where they are, removing common barriers related to cost, transportation, awareness, and system complexity.
Healthcare Navigation & Access Support
(SDG 3 | SDG 10)
Participants receive personalized guidance on:
-
Navigating healthcare systems
-
Accessing primary and specialty care
-
Understanding available public and community-based resources
By improving health system literacy, the program empowers individuals to advocate for their own care, make informed decisions, and pursue timely treatment.
Partnership-Driven Care Delivery
(SDG 17)
The program collaborates with:
-
Healthcare providers and clinicians
-
Hospitals and health systems
-
Community organizations
-
Public health agencies and nonprofit partners
These partnerships ensure that services are credible, culturally responsive, and aligned with the real needs of the communities served.
Why This Matters
Health disparities are often driven by delayed care, limited preventive services, and lack of access to trusted information. By prioritizing community-based access and education, the Community Health Access Program helps to:
-
Reduce preventable illness and complications
-
Improve early detection and intervention
-
Strengthen long-term health outcomes
This work supports healthier families, reduces strain on emergency care systems, and contributes to more resilient communities.
Measuring Impact
Program impact is evaluated through:
-
Number of individuals reached through health fairs and outreach initiatives
-
Types of services and screenings delivered
-
Referrals made and follow-up connections to care
-
Growth and depth of community and institutional partnerships
These metrics guide continuous program improvement and support transparent reporting to stakeholders and funders.
Looking Ahead
As the program grows, future expansion may include:
-
Annual flagship community health fairs
-
Expanded preventive and wellness service offerings
-
Integration with education, workforce, and career pathways
-
Replication in additional communities through partner-led models
Growth will be guided by demonstrated impact, sustainable funding, and community demand.
Partner With Us
Healthcare providers, institutions, and supporters play a critical role in expanding access to care and advancing health equity. We welcome partnerships that help strengthen community health ecosystems and create lasting impact.
Activities
Gatsby Showcase Foundation in partnership with the Association of Cameroonian Physicians in the Americas (ACPA) providing free healthcare services at a community health fair.