Opportunity Detail

FAFCC Annual Mobile Health Support

Florida Association of Free and Charitable Clinics

Open
R4: NHELP as Vehicle
Prior Funded
4.78
High Priority

Amount

$127K - $140K

Deadline

Annual Cycle

LOI Required

No

Funder Type

Nonprofit

FAFCC (Florida Association of Free and Charitable Clinics) - Grant Opportunity

Opportunity ID: 029-fafcc Funder Type: Nonprofit Association (Intermediary for FL DOH State Funds) Status: Active - Annual Cycles Last Updated: 2026-02-13 Research Completed By: grant-funder-researcher agent


Executive Summary

FAFCC administers $10 million annually in Florida Department of Health state-appropriated funds to support free and charitable clinics across Florida. FIU HWCOM has established relationship with FAFCC, receiving $127-140K/year in recurring state mobile health funds. This represents critical, reliable funding for NeighborhoodHELP operations with annual renewal opportunity.

Prior Relationship

AspectDetails
Previous Awards$127-140K/year recurring - State mobile health funds via FAFCC
Relationship StrengthSTRONG - Multi-year recurring funding relationship
Funding SourceFL DOH state appropriation administered by FAFCC
Current StatusPresumed active/recurring (confirm current grant status)

Key Opportunity Indicators

  • Proven funder with multi-year recurring awards to FIU
  • $10M total annual distribution ($9.5M State Funds + $500K Dental/Behavioral Health)
  • Competitive but relationship-based renewal model
  • Strong reporting scores in prior cycles increase renewal likelihood
  • Membership in FAFCC likely required for grant eligibility

Grant Programs

1. State Funds Grant (SFG)

Amount: $9.5 million total (distributed competitively to 50+ clinics) Cycle: Annual (July 1 - June 30 period of support) Application Timeline:

  • Early July: NOFA published
  • Mid-July: Application opens (Salesforce portal)
  • Early August: Applications due
  • Mid-September: Award letters sent

FIU Award History: $127-140K/year recurring

2. Dental and Behavioral Health Expansion Grant (DBHG)

Amount: $500,000 total (additional appropriation) Purpose: Grow dental and behavioral health programs within FAFCC member organizations Cycle: Same as State Funds Grant


Strategic Recommendations

Immediate Actions

  1. Verify FIU FAFCC Membership Status - Full Clinic Member required for grant eligibility
  2. Confirm Current Grant Status - Is FIU currently receiving FY 2025-26 funds?
  3. Review Prior Reporting Scores - Performance during current grant affects next cycle funding decisions (100-point scoring system across reporting cycle)
  4. Connect with Kendall Meikenhous - Director of Grants & Data Quality (kendall@fafcc.org)

Application Strategy for FY 2026-27

Renewal Positioning (if currently funded):

  • Emphasize strong outcomes from current grant period
  • Document patient services data thoroughly (Annual Valuation Report critical)
  • Submit all quarterly reports on time with complete expenditure documentation
  • Aggregate score from current cycle guides next cycle decisions

New Application (if not currently funded):

  • FAFCC membership required FIRST (Associate Member for 12 months, then Full Member)
  • Timeline: If not currently member, earliest Full Member status would be 2027
  • Consider accelerated path if any existing relationship

Competitive Factors:

  • 50+ clinics compete for $10M (average ~$200K per clinic, wide range)
  • Scoring rubric emphasizes: mission alignment, organizational capacity, workplan quality, budget reasonableness, community impact, sustainability, data capacity
  • Prior grantees with strong performance have advantage

Funder Intelligence

Organization Profile

FieldValue
Organization NameFlorida Association of Free and Charitable Clinics (FAFCC)
EIN46-3502696
Organization Type501(c)(3) Nonprofit Association
RoleFiscal agent for FL DOH state funds; membership organization
Geographic FocusFlorida statewide
Annual Distribution$10 million (state funds)
Websitehttps://www.fafcc.org
HeadquartersPO Box 352658, Palm Coast, FL 32135
Phone904-404-2350

Mission

"Advancing Florida's healthcare safety net by empowering organizations that increase access to care for the underserved."

Context: Florida has one of the highest uninsured rates in the country with nearly 2.7 million residents lacking health coverage.

Grant Program Mechanism

FAFCC serves as fiscal agent for state-appropriated funds, ensuring:

  • Grants distributed effectively to qualified clinics
  • Recipient clinics adhere to reporting and accountability standards
  • Quarterly progress and financial reports
  • Patient services data tracking
  • Monitoring visits and evaluations

Membership Requirements

Full Clinic Members

Eligibility: Must meet qualification of a Free and Charitable Clinic as set forth in FAFCC Bylaws Path to Membership: Must first serve 12 months as Associate Member, then apply for Full Membership Annual Dues: Tiered based on operating budget Benefits:

  • Ability to apply for FAFCC-administered grants (STATE FUNDS & DBHG)
  • Exclusive educational resources and events
  • Full voting rights
  • Access to Job Board for posting
  • Eligible for Quality Standards Certification

Grant Eligibility Implication

Critical: Only Full Clinic Members can apply for State Funds Grant and Dental/Behavioral Health Grant. If FIU is not currently a Full Member, membership process must precede grant application.


Application Process

Timeline (Typical Annual Cycle)

MilestoneTiming
NOFA PublishedEarly July
Application AvailableMid-July (Salesforce Grant Portal)
Application WebinarLate July/Early August
Applications DueEarly August
Review PeriodAugust - September
Award Letters SentMid-September
Grant Agreement SignedSeptember (DropBox Sign)
Period of SupportJuly 1 - June 30 (following fiscal year)

Required Application Materials

Via Salesforce Portal (https://fafcc.my.site.com/member/s/):

  1. Application (PDF versions available for review only)
  2. Workplan with measurable objectives
  3. Budget Summary
  4. Budget Narrative
  5. Organizational documentation

Application Review:

  • PDF copies available: State Funds Grant application, Dental Behavioral Grant application
  • Competitive grant process - funding is NOT guaranteed
  • Scoring rubric outlined in NOFA

Reporting Requirements

Narrative Reports (Quarterly)

  1. First Narrative Report: Thursday, January 15, 2026 (July 1 - Dec 31, 2025)
  2. Second Narrative Report: Wednesday, April 15, 2026 (Jan 1 - March 31, 2026)
  3. Third/Final Narrative Report: Wednesday, July 15, 2026 (April 1 - June 30, 2026)

Each Report Includes:

  • Progress narrative
  • Expenditure documentation (invoices, pay stubs, receipts, Quickbooks export)

Annual Valuation Report

Due: Wednesday, July 15, 2026 Purpose: Documents patient services provided - required by FL DOH

  • Number of clients served
  • Types of services provided
  • Number of appointments per client
  • Monetary value to services

Reporting Scoring (CRITICAL)

100-Point Total:

  • Each Narrative Report: 30 points (x3 = 90 points)
  • Annual Valuation Report: 10 points

Aggregate score guides funding decisions for next grant cycle

Implication: Strong reporting performance is strategic positioning, not just compliance.


Disbursement Schedule

Payment Method: Electronic transfer via Bill.com

Payment Schedule:

  1. 1st payment: 47% of total award (October)
  2. 2nd payment: 27% of total award (March)
  3. 3rd payment: 13% of total award (May)
  4. 4th payment: 13% of total award (September)

Strategic Value Assessment

Funder Alignment Score: 4.3/5.0 (HIGH PRIORITY)

DimensionScoreWeightRationale
Funder Alignment4.530%Perfect mission match; already funding FIU mobile health
Capability Match4.525%Proven track record; recurring awards demonstrate capability
Success Probability4.020%Competitive but strong if prior performance good
Strategic Value4.515%Recurring funding provides budget stability
Resource Efficiency3.510%Moderate reporting burden; quarterly cycle

Recommendation: MAINTAIN & STRENGTHEN

Rationale:

  • Existing multi-year funding relationship is valuable asset
  • Recurring revenue reduces grant pursuit burden
  • Strong reporting creates pathway to renewal
  • Relationship-based model favors incumbents with good performance

Risk: If reporting scores drop or FIU loses membership, funding could be lost. Prioritize stewardship.


Contact Information

Primary Contact:

General FAFCC:


Resources

Grant Cycle Calendar: https://calendar.google.com/calendar/u/0/r?cid=Y185Yzc1M2Q5Yzc1ZGRkZDhkZWU3ZDc5ZDNjNmRlNzIwNzFjY2ZjNTY4YzdjNzRlMjFhYjYyMWM5MWI4OGIxY2NhQGdyb3VwLmNhbGVuZGFyLmdvb2dsZS5jb20

NOFA Documents (FY 2025-26):


Document Prepared By: grant-funder-researcher agent Date: 2026-02-13 Status: Ready for relationship management strategy

Alignment Scores

4.78

Weighted Score

Funder Alignment5.0
Capability Match5.0
Success Probability4.5
Strategic Value4.5
Resource Efficiency4.5

Strategic Notes

RECURRING ANNUAL GRANTEE - 75% state funder success rate. Renewal advantage.