Capital Link

At today's National Association of Community Health Centers CHI and Expo 2024 session, 'Riding the Rollercoaster of Private Funding Supporting Health Centers,' industry leaders gathered to discuss the critical role private philanthropy and investments can play in the future of health centers. The session addressed how health centers are navigating the challenges of Medicaid unwinding, disruptions from the retail sector, and the growing need for new infrastructures to attract additional donations and revenue streams.

Our CEO, Becky Regan, contributed valuable insights alongside Shade Cronan, SVP of Development and External Affairs at the Massachusetts League of Community Health Centers, and Jason Patnosh, Associate VP, Partnership, Development, and Innovation at NACHC.

Becky highlighted how Capital Link and Capital Fund can play a pivotal role in capital campaigns, helping health centers secure essential private funding and build sustainable futures. We’re proud of the expertise Becky brought to this important discussion.

Exciting News! Our entire Capital Link PCT team will be at the National Association of Community Health Centers 2024 CHI & EXPO in Atlanta from August 22-26! We can't wait to reconnect with old friends and forge new relationships at an event we look forward to every year.

Visit us at booth #212 for a 1:1 consultation and discover how we’re making a difference for health centers across the country. If you’d like to schedule a specific time, feel free to email us at [email protected].

With new and innovative projects on the horizon, we're eager to share what's next and explore how we can support your mission.

We look forward to seeing you in Atlanta!

As climate change increasingly impacts disinvested neighborhoods across the U.S., Capital Link is leading efforts to drive change.

Through the CHARGE Partnership, a nationwide clean energy initiative for FQHCs, we are bringing together healthcare systems, community development organizations, and solar energy innovators like Collective Energy to create resilient, sustainable communities. Beyond installing microgrids, we’re committed to providing the training and economic opportunities necessary to ensure the long-term sustainability of these climate and cost-saving initiatives.

The latest report from Build Healthy Places Network highlights these crucial cross-sector collaborations, showcasing how federal investments are being leveraged to combat climate change and enhance public health. We’re honored to have our perspective included in this vital conversation.

In the words of our CEO, Becky Regan, “We’re making sure we’re not just doing our thing and then leaving. We’re developing the social fabric and the infrastructure.”

Read the article here: https://bit.ly/3M6MQyE

Building a Sustainable Future: How Healthcare and Community Development Can Unite for Climate… Disinvested neighborhoods around the country are already experiencing some of the worst effects of climate change. New federal funding…

We are excited to announce that our CEO, Becky Regan, will be participating in two essential sessions at National Association of Community Health Centers's Community Health Institute (CHI) and EXPO in Atlanta, August 24-26. Join us for insightful discussions that will shape the future of health centers.

Sunday, August 25 | 3:15-4:30 PM EST
🗣️Session: Implications of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) for Community Health Centers

Key Takeaways:
✅Benefits of the IRA for resilient energy projects.
✅Challenges and impacts of the IRA on drug pricing and the 340B program.
✅Preparing your health center to implement IRA provisions.

Monday, August 26 | 8:45-10:00 AM EST
🗣️Session: Riding the Rollercoaster of Private Funding Supporting Health Centers

Key Takeaways:
✅Latest trends and the current state of philanthropic giving for health centers.
✅Identifying opportunities and navigating challenges in securing private funding.
✅Insights from health center leaders on private giving and future prospects.

Becky, Capital Link, and Capital Fund look forward to connecting with you during these sessions and throughout the EXPO week. See you in Atlanta!

We're excited to announce the groundbreaking of HOMETOWN Health Center's new state-of-the-art facility in Palmyra, Maine! A leap forward in healthcare for the Sebasticook Valley region, Hometown Health Center is committed to delivering comprehensive services, encompassing wellness, mental health, and physical health services—all under one roof.

At Capital Link, we are proud to have played a pivotal role in this project, providing Financial Advisory Services (FAS) including financing preparation, lender selection guidance, and support throughout the process, from initial steps to closing.

This new facility stands as a testament to the power of strong partnerships.

Multiuse healthcare facility breaks ground A healthcare facility looking to tackle more than just simple physical needs broke ground Tuesday morning

We close out National Association of Community Health Centers National Health Center Week with a focus on agricultural worker health. Capital Link proudly spotlights LCH Health and Community Services for their outstanding work within the agricultural worker community, many of whom are uninsured.

Situated in Chester County, the heart of Pennsylvania's renowned mushroom farming region, LCH serves a community with an uninsured rate of 43%, providing essential care to numerous agricultural workers. Their commitment to expanding funding and revenue options ensures these patients receive the support they need.

We're excited to announce that Capital Link will be leading LCH's Strategic Planning this Fall, helping them continue their incredible mission.

According to a recent Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) press release, in 2023, a record-breaking 31+ million people relied on HRSA-funded health centers for care, including over 1 million agricultural workers. It is through the generosity of supporters that health centers like LCH can make a lasting impact.

Join us in celebrating and supporting the vital work of LCH and other health centers nationwide!

We're excited to celebrate National Association of Community Health Centers and Health Center Advocacy Network's National Health Center Week: Healthcare for People Experiencing Homelessness Day by introducing our newest service, Mobile Health!

🚐 What is Mobile Health?

Capital Link's Mobile Health advisory services bring essential healthcare directly to vulnerable communities, including those experiencing homelessness. Our services help FQHCs build and implement successful mobile health units, offering primary care, dental services, vision, mammograms, and more.

🏥 Why Mobile Health Matters:

Mobile units can serve as standalone clinics, making healthcare more accessible. However, maximizing their potential can be challenging.

How We Help:

🤝 Design & Build: Collaborate with health centers to design and build or rehabilitate mobile units.

🤝 Building Partnerships: Guide health centers in forming community partnerships to enhance impact.

🤝 Strategic Development: Develop strategies to best utilize mobile health units.

🤝 Staffing Models: Support in creating effective staffing models for mobile health programs.

🤝 Comprehensive Guidance: Provide end-to-end support for establishing and operating mobile health units.

Together, let's make healthcare accessible for all, especially our most vulnerable populations.

Contact us to learn more about mobile health: https://caplink.org/contact

We're thrilled to celebrate the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony of the new Wheeler Health Center in Bristol, CT! This $25.7 million health center expansion will significantly expand access to integrated behavioral health, primary care, and specialized services for an estimated 14,418 patients annually and provide crucial support to the Bristol community.

Our lending affiliate, Capital Fund, proudly committed an $8.5 million New Markets Tax Credit allocation in support of this project. Learn more about the expansion here: https://chc-capitalfund.org/blog/74-capital-fund-successfully-closes-8-5-million-nmtc-allocation-for-wheeler-clinic-expansion-in-bristol-ct

We are thrilled to celebrate Dave Kleiber's remarkable 20-year journey with Capital Link and Community Health Center Capital Fund! From his deep-rooted connection to forestry and service in the Peace Corps in the timber towns of Nepal, Dave has forged an unconventional path to becoming a significant agent of change within our health center community.

Early in his career, Dave discovered his passion for creating solutions, propelling him toward the rewarding work that comes with helping health centers plan for sustainability and growth. His expertise and commitment to navigating complex funding processes have impacted thousands of low-income patients and united diverse groups, significantly benefiting the communities we serve at Capital Link.

Congratulations, Dave, on reaching this milestone!

We are excited to announce that our Chief Consulting Officer, Beth Edwards, will be speaking at the 2024 The Florida Association of Community Health Centers Annual Conference in Fort Lauderdale from July 28-31. Beth will present a special session on strategic planning and diversifying funding resources, offering valuable insights and an opportunity to connect with a leader in the field.

If you plan to attend, you can schedule a meeting with Beth in advance by clicking here: https://lnkd.in/eNFBbfQ2

At Capital Link, we lead the way in promoting resilience and sustainability in community healthcare through our Solar for Health Centers initiative. In collaboration with the CHARGE partnership, we empower community health centers to adopt affordable solar energy solutions, fostering environmental sustainability, healthcare resilience, and robust emergency preparedness that ensures readiness for any crisis.

We would like to acknowledge the significant support of Wells Fargo, The Kresge Foundation, Opportunity Finance Network, Moller Family Foundation, Leon Lowenstein Foundation, Inc., and Liberty Mutual Foundation for our Solar for Health Centers initiative.

To learn more about our Solar for Health Centers initiative, visit the CHARGE website: https://chargepartnership.org/

Penobscot Community Health Center, the largest Federally Qualified Health Center in Maine, is dedicated to providing comprehensive, integrated primary health care services to all individuals, regardless of their insurance status or ability to pay.

To expand and modernize their facilities, Penobscot sought assistance from Capital Link and the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSAgov) Loan Guarantee Program, navigating financial uncertainty and paving the way for sustainable growth.

Read their case study, which demonstrates the transformative power of strategic planning, innovative financing, and collaborative partnerships in the health center sector.

Learn how we helped PCHC thrive by reading the complete case study on our website: https://lnkd.in/eXFzrgpe

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As Hurricane Beryl makes landfall in Texas, leaving millions without power, health centers are under increasing pressure to prevent outages and keep the lights on. With climate-related disasters becoming more frequent, it's not a question of if the power will go out, but when. These outages disrupt care and can cost health centers hundreds of thousands of dollars in lost supplies and revenue.

At Capital Link, we are committed to ensuring that essential care continues uninterrupted, regardless of the circumstances. In collaboration with CHARGE and Wells Fargo, we are equipping health centers with solar energy solutions to prevent power outages and maintain community health and safety.

Learn more about our solar initiatives and how we are providing reliable power in times of need: https://caplink.org/blog/348-solar-for-health-centers

For further insights, read about this important issue in The Chronicle of Philanthropy's June 2024 publication: Community Health Centers’ New Crisis: The Need for Backup Power

https://www.philanthropy.com/article/community-health-centers-new-crisis-the-need-for-backup-power/

Community Health Centers’ New Crisis: The Need for Backup Power Unreliable power is a widespread problem for community health centers, which serve more than 30 million patients at 14,000 locations.

Today marks the start of National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, dedicated to raising awareness about the unique mental health challenges faced by minority communities. At Capital Link, we stand in solidarity with these communities, working to connect health centers with vital resources to enhance the quality of life for all.

We are thrilled to announce that Capital Link recently welcomed two Summer Interns, Korgan Atillasoy and Tracy D'Souza! Join us in giving them a warm welcome and read more below to learn about their educations and backgrounds.

Hailing from Princeton, NJ, Tracy is pursuing a Bachelor's in Business Administration - Business Analytics & Information Technology at Rutgers University, class of 2025. Driven by a passion for information, Tracy is an active member of Business Information Technology Society (BITS). During her free time, Tracy enjoys baking and staying active through team sports.

Originally from Haverford, PA, Korgan is studying Computer Science and Economics at Brown University, class of 2026. He is dedicated to exploring innovative technologies to develop products and solutions that benefit the greater community - he is eager to learn about new fields including healthcare, finance, and technology.

Congratulations and welcome to the team, Tracy and Korgan. We look forward to watching you both achieve greatness.

Join us for a special webinar on Empowering Communities on June 27th!

We are excited to host Dr. Cheryl Clark from the Institute for Health Equity Research, Evaluation & Policy along with our Senior Director of Health Analytics, Jennifer Saber, and Project Consultant, Jerusalem Getnet.

We'll discuss the history of community health centers as models for care in addressing the Social Determinants of Health and how they can reduce health disparities and promote health equity among vulnerable populations. Additionally, we'll provide a framework for identifying and understanding health inequities at health centers, utilizing insights from our report, "A Data-Driven Approach to Understanding Factors Contributing to Health Inequities," based on an analysis of health centers in Los Angeles County, CA.

All Capital Link webinars are free to attend. Register Now: https://bit.ly/3KUn8gj

Our office is closed today, June 19th, to honor , the day commemorating the end of slavery in the United States. At Capital Link and Capital Fund, we are committed to fostering unity, diversity, and equal opportunities. This day serves as a reminder of our ongoing mission to create a more inclusive and just world.

We are thrilled to celebrate Tony Skapinsky's 20th anniversary at Capital Link! His dedication to consulting for CHCs has enabled him to adapt to diverse organizational cultures, support visionary community leaders, and provide valuable financing expertise. Tony's journey as a community economic development professional and trusted industry expert underscores the commitment and quality that define our team.

Thank you, Tony, for your incredible contributions!

When Wells Fargo learned about our solar partnership with CHARGE in 2023, they approached us with a special offer: to designate Capital Link as the beneficiary of a new credit card that encourages users to contribute to climate action initiatives, supporting environmental health for health centers and the communities they serve. Today, that vision comes to life. We are thrilled to announce that Wells Fargo has officially launched the Attune Credit Card, which allows members to support Capital Link's solar energy initiatives.

For every Attune Card user who spends $500 in purchases within the first three months, Wells Fargo will donate $50 to Capital Link. This contribution will help provide solar power for up to 11,500 sites and benefit 21 million people within the health center community.

Learn more about the Attune Credit Card and its special offer by clicking the link below:
https://bit.ly/3Xd0oQ4

It's a rare moment when we can celebrate togetherness face-to-face. With last week's whirlwind of an annual retreat behind us, we are still reflecting on the incredible experiences, innovative ideas, and growth we shared as one team at our HQ in Boston.

Join us on June 27th for a live conversation with Dr. Cheryl Clark from the Institute of Health Equity Research. Together, we'll explore how the nation's community health centers can reduce health disparities and promote health equity among the most vulnerable patient populations. We'll also provide a framework for identifying and understanding health inequities at health centers utilizing our report, A Data Driven Approach to Understanding Factors Contributing to Health Inequities, based on an analysis of a health centers in Los Angeles County, CA. ​​​​​

All Capital Link webinars are free to attend. Click the link below to register now:
https://bit.ly/3X5bWVy

In observance of Memorial Day, our offices will be closed on Monday, May 27th, and will reopen for regular business hours on Tuesday, May 28th. On behalf of all of us at Capital Link and Community Health Center Capital Fund, we wish you a healthy and safe Memorial Day Weekend.

The time is now to empower your health center or PCA with unparalleled insights that drive real impact and strategic excellence. Learn more about how you can leverage Capital Link's Performance Evaluation Profile (PEP) and Value & Impact Analysis (VIA) to tell your story.

Click here to get started: https://bit.ly/3V7PFVA

Capital Link and Community Health Center Capital Fund are honored to have contributed an insert to the newly launched What’s Possible book. The featured insert was authored by our very own CEO, Becky Regan.

Brought to you by Enterprise Community Partners and Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) with funding from Wells Fargo, What's Possible offers proven solutions for community development leaders that focus on decarbonization, resilience, and equity. The book discusses how we can address the challenges of marginalized communities, many predominantly low-income or POC, that have disproportionately felt the adverse impacts of climate change.

You can learn more about the project and get a free copy of the book at https://bit.ly/4bpp6ky

And tonight, the Federal Reserve Bank of New York is hosting a special event to celebrate the launch of What’s Possible. We invite you to watch the event LIVE by clicking the link below:
https://bit.ly/44TcnEg

Today, we celebrate the incredible strength and resilience of all mothers. Our organization is proud to help expand access to maternal health services for underserved communities. Happy Mother's Day from all of us at Capital Link.

Elevate your health center's impact with data-driven narratives that improve patient care, operational efficiency, and overall performance. Capital Link’s Performance Evaluation Profile (PEP) diagnoses financial health, productivity, and staffing through a variety of dashboards crafted for health centers and PCAs, while the Value & Impact Analysis (VIA) tells the complete story of your health center, from the economic impact to care for vulnerable populations.

Learn how you can leverage Capital Link to tell the story of your true impact here:
https://bit.ly/3WxgGCQ

We are thrilled to share that philanthropist MacKenzie Scott has gifted Capital Link $3 million to advance our work in supporting the mission of our country’s community health centers and help us catalyze their impact in the Nation’s most vulnerable communities. One in 11 Americans are health center patients, of whom 90% are low-income, 19% are uninsured, and 64% are of racial or ethnic minority groups.

We look forward to using these transformative funds to enhance and optimize our capital planning and financing assistance efforts for health centers, so they can increase access to care in their communities, build financial and operational strength and resilience, and better plan for the future.

Read more > https://caplink.org/blog/330-philanthropist-mackenzie-scott-awards-capital-link-with-3m-grant-to-support-the-nation-s-community-health-centers

Rural FQHCs - join us this Thursday for "Capital Planning for Addressing Rural Health Needs" featuring a recent rural capital project case study and guest presenter CEO of . Register now: https://bit.ly/3Xdx1uV

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Attn Health Centers! Tomorrow, 3/17, is the deadline to apply to the next cohort of our Sustaining and Increasing Access to Care in Rural Communities Learning Collaborative, designed for FQHCs seeking to expand their impact in rural America.

Apply here: https://caplink.org/trainings-and-programs/learning-collaboratives/rural-lc-2

Capital Link - Sustaining and Increasing Access to Care in Rural Communities Learning Collaborative a national nonprofit organization focused on strengthening FQHCs—financially and operationally—in a rapidly changing marketplace. Capital Link helps health centers plan for sustainability and growth; access capital; improve and optimize operations and financial management; and articulate their v...