Healthcare for the Homeless

What Healthcare for the Homeless does

Healthcare for the Homeless - Houston (HHH) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), founded in 1999 and headquartered at 1934 Caroline St. in Houston, Texas. It operates as Houston's only FQHC exclusively serving individuals affected by homelessness, delivering a comprehensive suite of services across two clinic locations — the Reed Family Clinic (pediatric medicine) and the Cathedral Clinic — plus satellite services at partner shelters and service agencies. Service lines include primary medical care, well women's care, pediatric medicine, comprehensive dental, pharmacy, integrated mental health, behavioral health, vision and ophthalmology, podiatry, case management and care coordination, transportation, and clinical education for medical students. All services are provided free of charge regardless of insurance status, with no co-pays, no ID requirements, and a Sliding Fee Discount Program available. A Patient Portal, integrated with Harris Health System, supports online appointment management and record access. The organization also runs the city's only transportation bus program connecting homeless individuals to 23 health centers, service agencies, and shelters across Houston.

HHH's underlying technology consists of an Electronic Health Records (EHR) system, a Patient Portal, and Electronic Case Reporting (eCR) infrastructure developed through a CDC initiative with five major EHR vendors to enable automated public health reporting. The organization maintains HIPAA compliance and operates under FTCA coverage (Deeming Notice No: 1-F00001383-25-01) and HRSA grant number H80CS00300, with EIN 76-0647934. Its business model is grant-funded philanthropy: HHH is supported through federal HRSA grants (including an $858,274 award on 2024-11-22), individual donations, corporate sponsorships, and fundraising events including the annual Health + Housing Summit (July 2026), Homeless Success Day (June 2026), and the Health + Hope Luncheon (September 2026). Key corporate sponsors include United Healthcare (Community Champion) and Molina Healthcare (Health Advocate). The organization's GTM motion is community-led: patients are reached through shelter referrals, street outreach, the CHANGE Committee (Community Advisory Board), and citywide referral networks, with strategic partnerships including CFTH (Coalition for the Homeless Houston), The Beacon, and UTHealth Docside Clinic.

Name

Healthcare for the Homeless

Legal name

Healthcare for the Homeless - Houston

Website

https://homeless-healthcare.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1999

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Healthcare for the Homeless - Houston is a nonprofit Federally Qualified Health Center exclusively serving homeless individuals in Houston, providing free comprehensive medical, dental, mental health, pharmacy, vision, and transportation services across two clinic locations and a citywide 23-site bus network.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Community Health Services

NAICS

Outpatient Mental Health and Substance Abuse Centers (621420), Community Housing Services (62422), Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities (62412)

SIC

Services-Offices & Clinics Of Doctors Of Medicine (8011), Services-Health Services (8000), Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Mobile & Street Medicine Primary Care Programs (HLAFAGAH)

akta.pro secondary industry

Housing Assistance & Homeless Services (BPAGAEAB)

Keywords

• Community health services
• Federally qualified health center
• Homeless healthcare
• Primary medical care
• Behavioral health services

Headquarters

HQ city

Houston

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Others

Revenue model

1. Grant Funding & Donations: Healthcare for the Homeless - Houston is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (EIN: 76-0647934) funded through federal grants (Grant Number: H80CS00300), individual donations, corporate sponsorships, and fundraising events. Services are provided completely free of charge to patients regardless of insurance status.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Healthcare for the Homeless - Houston is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) that delivers free, barrier-free comprehensive healthcare services to individuals affected by homelessness in Houston. The organization operates the Reed Family Clinic and Cathedral Clinic, offering primary medical care, women's health, pediatrics, dental, pharmacy, mental and behavioral health, vision, podiatry, case management, transportation, and clinical education. Services are provided at no cost regardless of insurance status or ability to pay.

Product overview

Healthcare for the Homeless - Houston is a federally qualified health center exclusively providing care to those affected by homelessness. The organization operates as a single, unified healthcare service delivery model rather than a platform with modules. Services are provided across multiple specialties including Primary Medical Care, Well Women's Care, Pediatric Medicine, Comprehensive Dental, Pharmacy, Integrated Mental Health, Behavioral Health, Vision and Ophthalmology, Podiatry, Case Management and Care Coordination, Transportation, and Clinical Education. Insurance is not required, and services are provided free of charge. The organization also offers a Patient Portal for appointment management.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Primary Medical Care Comprehensive and accessible medical treatments promoting wellness and continuity of care within a supportive setting for individuals affected by homelessness.
• Well Women's Care Essential medical services, reproductive health support, and a safe space for whole-person wellness for homeless women.
• Pediatric Medicine Comprehensive medical care, developmental guidance, and psychosocial services for children and young adults at the Reed Family Clinic.
• Comprehensive Dental Dental clinic providing exams, cleanings, fillings, extractions, and restorations alongside oral hygiene education and personalized treatment plans.
• Pharmacy Accessible, patient-centered medication management supporting safe dispensing, adherence, and care coordination to improve health outcomes.
• Integrated Mental Health Emotional and practical support through counseling, therapy, and psychiatry, fostering well-being for individuals affected by homelessness.
• Behavioral Health Compassionate counseling and resources to empower individuals on their path to stability and recovery.
• Vision and Ophthalmology Weekly vision screenings and eye exams, prescription glasses, and specialized care for more serious eye conditions.
• Podiatry Bi-monthly podiatry clinic providing treatment, preventive care, and footwear solutions to promote mobility and overall well-being.
• Case Management and Care Coordination One-on-one support and connection to essential resources, medical care, and social services for whole-person care.
• Transportation City's only bus program providing access to 23 health centers, service agencies, and shelters exclusively for individuals affected by homelessness.
• Clinical Education Medical student training program offering hands-on experience while providing healthcare services to homeless individuals in a compassionate environment.
• Patient Portal Online portal (powered by Harris Health System) enabling patients to access their health records and manage appointments.

Quantifiable outcome

• Connected 23 health centers, service agencies and shelters via exclusive transportation bus program
• +1 more outcomes

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• United HealthcarecoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026United Healthcare is a Community Champion sponsor of the 2026 Health + Housing Summit, supporting the annual convening of healthcare professionals, social workers, housing organizations, and advocates. The sponsorship signals corporate commitment to the health-housing nexus serving Houston's homeless population.
• TrustmarkminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Trustmark is a Neighborhood Builder sponsor of the 2026 Health + Housing Summit, supporting the organization's annual health and housing advocacy event.
• HCLQminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026HCLQ is a Health Advocate sponsor of the 2026 Health + Housing Summit.
• Molina HealthcarecoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Molina Healthcare is a Health Advocate sponsor of the 2026 Health + Housing Summit. Molina Healthcare is a managed care organization focused on serving vulnerable populations including homeless individuals.
• UTHealth Docside ClinicminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026UTHealth Docside Clinic is listed as a summit partner, collaborating on the health and housing summit to advance systems change in the Houston community.
• CFTH (Coalition for the Homeless Houston)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026CFTH is a lead partner for Homeless Success Day and conducts the annual Point-in-Time (PIT) Count for Houston's homelessness data. HHH's CHANGE Committee references CFTH's data in community impact assessments.
• The BeaconminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026The Beacon is a Homeless Success Day partner and co-host venue for the 2026 Homeless Success Day event at 1212 Prairie St., Houston.
• Five Major Electronic Health Record (EHR) VendorscoreTechnology or IntegrationHHH participates in a CDC initiative working with the five most-used electronic health record vendors to enable electronic case reporting (eCR) capabilities across FQHC sites. This integration reduces reporting burdens for healthcare staff and improves data availability for marginalized populations.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Boston Health Care for the Homeless Program: One of the largest and longest-running healthcare-for-the-homeless programs in the U.S., operating as a multi-site FQHC serving homeless individuals in Boston with integrated primary, mental health, dental, and case management — directly comparable to HHH's service model and FQHC positioning.
• Circle the City: Phoenix-based nonprofit FQHC exclusively serving individuals experiencing homelessness, offering integrated primary care, behavioral health, substance use treatment, and respite services — directly comparable to HHH in mission, population, and integrated-care delivery.
• Camden Coalition of Healthcare Providers: National leader in providing complex care to high-need, often homeless and housing-insecure populations; uses a coalition-based care model with strong partnerships and case management, comparable to HHH's integrated, partnership-driven homeless-services approach.
• Los Angeles Christian Health Centers: FQHC serving Skid Row and greater Los Angeles, providing integrated medical, dental, mental health, and social services specifically to homeless and low-income populations — directly comparable to HHH in mission and service mix.
• Christ Community Health Services: Faith-affiliated FQHC operating multiple clinics serving medically underserved populations, including homeless individuals, with integrated medical, dental, and behavioral health — comparable to HHH in FQHC status and integrated-care delivery.

Broad incumbents

• NYC Health + Hospitals: Large public hospital system with dedicated homeless-services programs (e.g., NYC H+H Gotham Health), operating at much greater scale than HHH but serving overlapping populations and addressing many of the same social-determinants-of-health challenges.
• Hennepin Healthcare: Minnesota's largest safety-net health system operating a flagship hospital and FQHC-like ambulatory network serving homeless and underserved populations; a broader incumbent with overlapping mission but wider scope than HHH.

Others

• National Health Care for the Homeless Council: National advocacy and research organization supporting 200+ HCH grantees and FQHCs serving people experiencing homelessness; comparable as the industry-body peer that shapes policy, training, and funding for HHH and its direct peers.
• Coalition for the Homeless (Houston): Houston-based lead advocacy partner of HHH that conducts the annual Point-in-Time Count and drives systems change for homeless services; comparable as a regional ecosystem peer rather than a direct clinical competitor.

Emerging players

• AmeriCares: Health-focused nonprofit providing free care, medications, and services to uninsured and vulnerable populations including the homeless; overlaps with HHH in free-care mission but operates at broader geographic and program scale.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/HHH_Health
• Facebookfacebook.com/HealthcarefortheHomelessHouston
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/healthcareforthehomelesshouston

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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M&A

Investments

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