DAP Health

What DAP Health does

DAP Health is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) operating 25 fixed clinical locations and 9 mobile health units across Riverside and San Diego counties in Southern California. Founded in 1984 as Desert AIDS Project in response to the HIV/AIDS epidemic and rebranded in 2021, the organization provides comprehensive, culturally competent care spanning primary and family medicine, urgent care, pediatrics, OB-GYN, senior health, dental, mental health, HIV specialty care, hepatitis C, harm reduction, sexual and reproductive health (including free PrEP/PEP and free STI testing), and pharmacy services, alongside wraparound social services (housing, food, transportation, utilities) and wellness programs.

The underlying technology platform is administrative and regulatory rather than proprietary software: DAP Health operates under the Federal Tort Claims Act with PHS deemed status, accepts Medi-Cal, Medicare, and Denti-Cal, runs three in-house pharmacies (leveraging 340B economics), uses the OCHIN MyChart patient portal, and integrates with Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program and ADAP funding streams. The 2023 acquisition of Borrego Health materially expanded the system into the San Diego coast region. Revenue is generated through a hybrid of patient service revenue, federal and state health center grants, Ryan White funding, philanthropic donations via the Partners for Life tiered major-donor program, and a social-enterprise retail arm operating four Revivals thrift stores. Services are provided regardless of insurance status or ability to pay, using sliding-scale fees and financial assistance.

Name

DAP Health

Legal name

DAP Health

Website

https://daphealth.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1984

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

DAP Health is a nonprofit Federally Qualified Health Center operating 25 fixed sites and 9 mobile units across Southern California's Riverside and San Diego counties, delivering comprehensive primary, HIV, behavioral, dental, and wraparound social services to LGBTQ+, uninsured, and underserved populations regardless of ability to pay.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Palm Springs

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices10 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Patient Care Services: Revenue generated from providing healthcare services to patients covered by Medi-Cal, Medicare, and private insurance. As a Federally Qualified Health Center, DAP Health receives FQHC reimbursement rates and has Federal Public Health Services deemed status.
2. Government Health Funding: Receives HHS funding and PHS deemed status as a Federally Qualified Health Center, qualifying for specific federal health program funding streams
3. Donations and Philanthropy: Partners for Life major donor program with annual contributions ranging from $1,500 to $100,000+ per year, plus event fundraising including the Steve Chase Humanitarian Awards
4. Revivals Thrift Stores: Four Revivals Thrift Stores in Palm Springs, Cathedral City, Palm Desert, and Indio generate revenue and support the mission

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

DAP Health is a Federally Qualified Health Center operating 25 fixed locations and 9 mobile units across Southern California, delivering comprehensive integrated healthcare including primary care, urgent care, HIV specialty care, dental, mental health, OB-GYN, pediatrics, pharmacy, harm reduction, and social services. The organization serves all patients regardless of insurance status or ability to pay through sliding-scale fees, Medi-Cal/Medicare acceptance, and free prevention programs (PrEP, PEP, STI testing, emergency contraception).

Product overview

DAP Health is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) operating as a unified platform of comprehensive healthcare services spanning 25 fixed locations and 9 mobile units across Southern California (Coachella Valley to San Diego coast). The organization offers an integrated suite of core clinical services including Urgent Care, Primary & Family Care, Senior Health & Wellness, OB-GYN, Pediatrics, HIV Care, Diabetes Care, Dental Care, Mental Health, and LGBTQ+ Care. These are complemented by specialized services such as Hepatitis C Care, HPV & Anal Health, Harm Reduction, Free STI Testing & Treatment, Free PrEP & PEP Services, and Free Morning After Pill & Pregnancy Testing. Support services include Pharmacy Services, Mobile Clinic, Telehealth, Wellness Services, Social Services, AIDS Drug Assistance Program, and Enhanced Care Management. The organization was founded in 1984 as Desert AIDS Project (D.A.P.) and rebranded to DAP Health in 2021, later acquiring Borrego Health in 2023 to expand its integrated healthcare system. Donor programs include Partners for Life major donor initiative and Revivals Stores thrift retail locations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Urgent Care Same-day access for non-life-threatening illnesses and injuries with walk-in availability, board-certified clinicians, and extended hours at multiple locations across Riverside and San Diego counties. Designed for patients needing immediate care without an emergency room visit.
• Primary & Family Care Award-winning team of primary care providers offering annual physicals, routine checkups, wellness screenings, preventive care, vaccinations, and chronic disease management across 25 locations. Aimed at individuals and families seeking a long-term medical home.
• Senior Health & Wellness Inclusive programs centering on the needs of older adults including physical health, mental health, social well-being, chronic disease management, memory evaluation, and osteoporosis care. Targets seniors and older adults requiring comprehensive geriatric support.
• OB-GYN Comprehensive women's health services including prenatal care, perinatal education, postpartum support, annual well-woman exams, birth control, STI/HIV testing, menopause therapy, and onsite mammography. Serves women of all identities, ages, and backgrounds.
• Pediatrics Expert pediatric care from newborn checkups to teen wellness exams up to age 18, including well-child visits, developmental screenings, vaccinations, and chronic condition management. Aimed at children and adolescents and their families.
• HIV Care Comprehensive HIV care including antiretroviral therapy (ART), case management, mental health support, on-site pharmacy, housing/transportation/food assistance, and a status-neutral clinic model. Aimed at people living with HIV and those seeking prevention services.
• Diabetes Care Comprehensive diabetes services including screening, personalized care planning, education, insulin pumps, continuous glucose monitors, and coordinated treatment for Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes. Targets patients requiring ongoing diabetes management.
• Dental Care Preventive and restorative dentistry including cleanings, exams, X-rays, fluoride treatments, sealants, fillings, crowns, bridges, partials, dentures, and emergency care. Includes a mobile school-based dentistry program serving elementary school children.
• Mental Health Outpatient mental health services including psychiatric evaluation, medication management, psychotherapy, and counseling for anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, bipolar disorder, OCD, and psychotic disorders. Available in-person and via telehealth.
• LGBTQ+ Care Affirming, compassionate care for LGBTQ+ individuals including primary care, HIV specialty care, PrEP/PEP access, STI testing, mental health, gender health, social services, and substance use support. Aimed at LGBTQ+ patients seeking culturally competent care.
• Hepatitis C Care Comprehensive hepatitis C testing, treatment, and ongoing support. Free screening at all locations with treatment referrals to specialty centers in Palm Springs, Cathedral City, and Escondido. Aimed at patients needing hepatitis C screening or treatment.
• HPV & Anal Health Comprehensive anal wellness services including HPV testing, anal Pap testing, high-resolution anoscopy (HRA), vaccination, and follow-up care for individuals at elevated risk. Targets patients needing anal health screening and treatment.
• Harm Reduction Nonjudgmental harm reduction services providing education, risk reduction tools, syringe exchange, naloxone distribution, overdose reversals, and connections to recovery support. Aimed at people who use drugs and their communities.
• Free STI Testing & Treatment Free, confidential testing and treatment for syphilis, gonorrhea, and chlamydia at sexual wellness clinics. Includes rapid results, on-site treatment, DoxyPEP, and prevention counseling. Aimed at sexually active individuals seeking no-cost STI services.
• Free PrEP & PEP Services Free or low-cost access to PrEP (daily pill and long-acting injectable) and PEP (emergency medication within 72 hours) for HIV prevention. Includes DoxyPEP for STI prevention. Aimed at individuals seeking HIV prevention medications.
• Free Morning After Pill & Pregnancy Testing Free emergency contraception (morning after pill) and pregnancy testing available confidentially without prescription, ID, or insurance. Aimed at individuals needing immediate reproductive health support.
• Pharmacy Services Three in-house pharmacies providing prescription services, home delivery, insurance coverage support, daily medication packaging, and pharmacist consultations. Includes chronic disease management, immunization, and Medicare Open Enrollment support.
• Mobile Clinic Mobile health services bringing vital care directly to communities, eliminating barriers and expanding access to inclusive, high-quality care across Southern California via 8 mobile units and 1 Sprinter van. Aimed at patients with transportation or geographic access barriers.
• Telehealth Virtual video and telephone visits for therapy, psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and general healthcare consultations from home or clinic. Aimed at patients preferring remote care access.
• Wellness Services Holistic wellness programs including yoga, meditation, reiki, acupuncture, massage therapy, support groups, creative activities, diabetes education, and smoking cessation programs. Aimed at patients seeking complementary whole-person wellness support.
• Social Services Comprehensive social services including housing assistance, food assistance, transportation support, utility assistance, insurance enrollment, and connections to community resources. Aimed at patients addressing social determinants of health.
• AIDS Drug Assistance Program Program helping patients access medications for HIV/AIDS treatment, providing financial assistance and support services. Aimed at people living with HIV/AIDS needing medication access support.
• Enhanced Care Management Care coordination services helping patients navigate healthcare systems, connect with providers, and access comprehensive support. Aimed at patients needing help coordinating complex care needs.

Named customers5 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, core and minor.

• Desert Care NetworkflagshipGTM or Marketing Partner · 21 February 2026Desert Care Network presents the annual Steve Chase Humanitarian Awards, one of the desert's most anticipated galas. This major fundraising event supports DAP Health's mission to provide comprehensive healthcare services.
• WIC (Women, Infants and Children)coreOthersPrenatal care services include referrals to WIC for nutritional support, food banks, dental care, shelters, and additional community resources for expectant mothers.
• Revivals StorescoreOthersFour Revivals Thrift Stores in Palm Springs, Cathedral City, Palm Desert, and Indio featuring designer resale items and new merchandise, with proceeds supporting DAP Health's mission.
• Self-Help Legal AccessminorOthersPartnership to provide free PrEP and PEP services through programs that help patients access medications without cost barriers.
• CARS (Charitable Adult Rides & Services)minorOthersVehicle donation program allowing donors to contribute cars, boats, RVs, or motorcycles to DAP Health through CARS, with proceeds supporting the organization's mission.
• Desert Sands and Coachella Valley Unified School DistrictscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMobile school-based dental services program bringing dental care to elementary school children, including X-rays, exams, cleanings, fluoride treatments, and dental sealants.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves12 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• APLA Health: Los Angeles-based nonprofit FQHC providing HIV care, primary care, and LGBTQ+ services. Closest analog to DAP Health: same FQHC-under-FTCA model, same LGBTQ+ and HIV-affirming focus, similar wraparound clinical and social services.
• Howard Brown Health: Chicago-based LGBTQ+ FQHC offering primary care, HIV care, behavioral health, and case management. Highly comparable business model, patient population, and clinical differentiation strategy.
• Fenway Health: Boston-based FQHC serving the LGBTQ+ community with primary care, behavioral health, dental, and HIV services. Closest East Coast analog in mission and integrated service model.
• Callen-Lorde Community Health Center: New York City FQHC specializing in LGBTQ+ primary care, HIV/STI services, and mental health. Direct peer in mission scope (LGBTQ+ affirming, HIV-specialty, integrated medical + behavioral).
• Whitman-Walker Health: Washington DC-based FQHC focused on LGBTQ+ care, HIV/AIDS, and community health. Direct peer in clinical offering and patient demographic focus.
• Chase Brexton Health Services: Maryland-based FQHC providing LGBTQ+ affirming primary care, HIV specialty, and behavioral health across multiple sites. Comparable multi-site community health delivery model.
• TrueCare (San Diego): San Diego County-based FQHC with multiple clinic sites offering primary, dental, and women's health. Overlaps with DAP's post-Borrego San Diego footprint and similar FQHC-economics model.
• Vista Community Clinic: Southern California FQHC with multi-site primary care, dental, and behavioral health. Regional FQHC peer with overlapping patient base and service mix.
• Neighborhood Healthcare: Inland Empire/Riverside County FQHC providing primary, dental, and behavioral health. Overlaps directly with DAP's Riverside County footprint; same FQHC reimbursement model.
• CrescentCare: New Orleans-based FQHC providing primary care, HIV/Hep C care, and LGBTQ+ services. Direct peer in HIV specialty and community-health center structure.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/c/daphealth
• Facebookfacebook.com/DAPHealth
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/daphealth
• Instagraminstagram.com/dap_health
• Xx.com/DAPHealth

Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles19 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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