Health (2010 Q3)

Featured beneficiary in the HEALTH category for third quarter 2010:

The National Association of Free Clinics (NAFC) is the only nonprofit 501c(3) organization whose mission is solely focused on the issues and needs of the more than 1,200 free clinics and the people they serve in the United States .
Founded in 2001 and headquartered in Washington, D.C., the NAFC is an effective advocate for the issues and concerns of free clinics, their volunteer workforce of doctors, dentists, nurses, therapists, pharmacists, nurse practitioners, technicians and other health care professionals, and the patients served by free clinics in communities throughout the nation.

Through a series of NAFC national partnerships, they offer member clinics opportunities to receive donated medical and dental supplies and equipment or purchase items at a discounted cost. They provide guidance and training for new and existing Free Clinics. As thenational voice for Free Clinics, NAFC has an active role in helping to shape national health care policy and legislation that affect Free Clinics and the people they serve.

Their extensive national network of relationships with local and regional Free Clinic leaders, policy makers, and vendors is focused on delivering medical and dental care to the families and individuals served by Free Clinics.

LEARN MORE ABOUT NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FREE CLINICS
Website:	www.freeclinics.us

ABOUT THE SELECTION PROCESS

Foundation Beyond Belief highlights ten charitable organizations per quarter. Among other considerations, beneficiaries are chosen for efficiency, effectiveness, moderate size (annual budget under $10 million), compatibility with humanist focus on mutual care of this world and this life, no direct promotion or proselytizing of a particular worldview, and geographical diversity.

Active members can help us choose future beneficiaries by researching and nominating charities and by discussing, debating, and advocating for the causes of their choice through our social network and discussion forums. Final decisions are made by the Board, but collective member input is among the most important considerations.