What Desert Aids Project does

DAP Health, legally known as Desert Aids Project and operating under the DBA name DAP Health since its 2022 rebrand, is a non-profit Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) headquartered at 1695 N. Sunrise Way in Palm Springs, California. Founded in 1984 to provide HIV/AIDS care and support services, the organization has expanded into a comprehensive integrated healthcare platform serving communities across Southern California from the Coachella Valley to the San Diego coast.

The organization delivers a broad portfolio of clinical services including primary and family care, urgent care, HIV and Hepatitis C treatment, mental health services, dental care, pharmacy, pediatrics, OB-GYN, diabetes care, senior health and wellness, LGBTQ+ affirming healthcare, harm reduction, and free sexual and reproductive health services including STI testing, PrEP/PEP, and emergency contraception. Underlying technology is centered on OCHIN's MyChart patient portal, which supports online appointment scheduling, medical records access, bill payment, and prescription refills. The organization also operates a retail fundraising arm through the Revivals Stores thrift partnership.

DAP Health's business model is structured as a non-profit FQHC receiving HHS funding and holding Federal Public Health Service deemed status under the Federal Tort Claims Act, which confers malpractice protection to providers as federal employees. Revenue is generated through billable patient services reimbursed via Medicare, Medi-Cal, and other insurance programs, supplemented by federal grants, philanthropic donations, and retail fundraising. The go-to-market approach is community-led, relying on community outreach, events, the Partners for Life donor/volunteer program, and a direct service-delivery model across multiple physical locations rather than traditional commercial sales channels.

Name

Desert Aids Project

Legal name

DAP Health

Website

https://desertaidsproject.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1984

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

DAP Health is a non-profit Federally Qualified Health Center founded in 1984, providing comprehensive integrated healthcare—including primary care, HIV care, mental health, dental, pharmacy, and LGBTQ+ services—to diverse communities across Southern California's Coachella Valley and San Diego coast.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Community Health Services

NAICS

Health Care and Social Assistance (62), Offices of Physicians (62111)

SIC

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

akta.pro primary industry

Health Systems Strengthening & Universal Health Coverage (UHC) (BPADAIAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Health Systems Strengthening & Universal Health Coverage (UHC) Partnerships (HLAJAOAL), Sexual & Reproductive Health & Family Planning (SRH/FP) Programs (BPADAIAD)

Keywords

• Federally qualified health center
• Community health services
• HIV and hepatitis care
• LGBTQ affirming healthcare
• Sexual health services

Headquarters

HQ city

Palm Springs

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, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Healthcare Services Revenue: DAP Health generates revenue through patient care services as a Federally Qualified Health Center. The organization receives HHS funding and has Federal Public Health Service deemed status. Revenue is generated through billable healthcare services including primary care, specialty care, pharmacy, mental health, dental, and other clinical services. The FQHC designation allows for reimbursement through Medicare, Medi-Cal, and other insurance programs.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

DAP Health is a Federally Qualified Health Center that delivers comprehensive, integrated outpatient healthcare across Southern California. Its offerings span primary and family care, urgent care, HIV and Hepatitis C treatment, mental health, dental, pharmacy, OB-GYN, pediatrics, diabetes management, senior wellness, LGBTQ+ affirming care, and free sexual-health services including STI testing, PrEP/PEP, and emergency contraception. Social services and a MyChart patient portal support access, case management, and care continuity.

Product overview

DAP Health is a Federally Qualified Health Center offering a comprehensive, integrated healthcare platform providing primary care, specialty services, pharmacy, and wellness programs. The organization operates a multi-module service architecture including core clinical services (Primary Care, Urgent Care, HIV/Hepatitis Care, Mental Health, Dental), preventive care programs, sexual health services (STI testing, PrEP/PEP), pharmacy services, and social support resources. The portfolio integrates patient-facing digital tools including MyChart portal for scheduling, medical records, and billing access. Services span from Coachella Valley to the San Diego coast, serving diverse communities with affirming, accessible healthcare since 1984.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Primary & Family Care Comprehensive primary and family care services providing personalized health screenings, early detection, and ongoing medical care for patients of all ages.
• HIV Care Specialized care for HIV patients including treatment, prevention, and support services.
• Hepatitis C Treatment Medical treatment and management services for Hepatitis C patients.
• Mental Health Services Counseling, therapy, and psychiatric services for mental health support.
• Dental Care Comprehensive dental services including preventive care, restorative procedures, and oral health maintenance.
• Urgent Care Immediate care for non-life-threatening conditions requiring prompt attention.
• Pharmacy Services On-site pharmacy providing prescription medications and refills for patients.
• Senior Health & Wellness Health services tailored for seniors including preventive care and chronic disease management.
• OB-GYN Services Women's health services including prenatal care, gynecological exams, and reproductive health services.
• Pediatrics Medical care for children from infancy through adolescence including well-child visits and immunizations.
• Diabetes Care Specialized management and treatment services for patients with diabetes.
• LGBTQ+ Health Services Affirming healthcare services specifically designed for the LGBTQ+ community.
• HPV & Anal Health Specialized care for HPV-related conditions and anal health concerns.
• Harm Reduction Services Support services focused on reducing risks associated with substance use.
• Free STI Testing & Treatment Confidential testing and treatment services for sexually transmitted infections at no cost.
• Free PrEP & PEP Services Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) and post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) services to prevent HIV transmission.
• Free Morning After Pill & Pregnancy Testing Emergency contraception and pregnancy testing services provided at no cost.
• Preventive Care Personalized health screenings and early detection services to help patients maintain wellness.
• Social Services Resources and support services addressing social determinants of health including housing assistance and case management.
• MyChart Patient Portal Online patient portal enabling appointment scheduling, medical records access, and bill payment.

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Core technology

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Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Revivals StoresminorGTM or Marketing PartnerRevivals Stores is a thrift retail operation that supports DAP Health's mission through fundraising. The partnership provides an additional channel for community donations and generates revenue supporting DAP Health's charitable care programs.
• OCHINcoreTechnology or IntegrationOCHIN provides the MyChart electronic health record and patient portal platform used by DAP Health. Patients access medical records, appointment scheduling, bill payment, and prescription refills through this integrated technology platform.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• San Fernando Community Health Center: California FQHC providing comprehensive primary care, behavioral health, and supportive services with a similar sliding-scale, culturally competent model serving diverse and underserved communities.
• AltaMed Health Services: Large Los Angeles-based FQHC network providing primary care, dental, behavioral health, HIV services, and senior care to underserved Latino and LGBTQ+ communities. Directly comparable in mission, payer mix, and integrated service model to DAP Health's Coachella Valley footprint.
• Equitas Health: Ohio-based FQHC serving LGBTQ+ and HIV-affected communities with primary care, behavioral health, and pharmacy services. Highly comparable in service mix, FQHC funding model, and population focus.
• Howard Brown Health: Chicago-based FQHC providing LGBTQ+ affirming primary care, behavioral health, and HIV services. Comparable in mission, patient population, and integrated community health center model.
• Borrego Health: Southern California FQHC network with rural and underserved community focus across Riverside and San Diego counties — geographic overlap with DAP Health and similar integrated primary care, dental, and behavioral health delivery.
• APLA Health (AIDS Project Los Angeles): California-based FQHC originating in HIV/AIDS care that has expanded into primary care, behavioral health, and LGBTQ+ services. Highly comparable to DAP Health in rebrand journey, service mix, and target populations.
• San Francisco AIDS Foundation / Strut: Long-standing AIDS service organization that has expanded into broader sexual health, primary care, and harm reduction. Closely comparable in legacy HIV mission, service evolution, and community health orientation.
• Whitman-Walker Health: Washington D.C. FQHC with a legacy HIV/AIDS mission now providing primary care, behavioral health, and gender-affirming care. Closely mirrors DAP Health's rebrand trajectory and integrated service portfolio.
• Callen-Lorde Community Health Center: New York-based FQHC specializing in LGBTQ+ primary care, HIV care, and sexual health. Directly comparable in affirming-care model, HIV prevention services, and community-rooted GTM.

Emerging players

• Planned Parenthood of the Pacific Southwest: Regional reproductive and sexual health provider offering PrEP/PEP, STI testing, and primary care. Overlaps meaningfully with DAP Health's sexual and reproductive health service line, though narrower in primary care scope.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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

Compliance1 record

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Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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