Arlington Free Clinic

What Arlington Free Clinic does

Arlington Free Clinic (AFC) is an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit healthcare home founded in 1994 and headquartered at 2921 11th St. South, Arlington, Virginia, providing comprehensive medical, dental, pharmacy, behavioral health, and women's health services at no cost to uninsured adult Arlington County residents with household incomes below 200% of the federal poverty level. Services are delivered by a hybrid model of 48 paid staff members and approximately 326-400+ clinical and non-clinical volunteers (physicians, nurses, dentists, pharmacists, interpreters, scribes, and counselors) practicing side-by-side at a single co-located facility; specialty care (gastroenterology, cardiology, optometry, podiatry, etc.) is sourced through a pro bono volunteer provider network and partner VHC Health. In FY2025 AFC served 1,639 unduplicated patients through 9,829 clinical visits, dispensed 27,111 prescriptions (30-day equivalents) through its on-site licensed pharmacy, delivered 2,700+ dental visits to about 700 patients in a three-chair dental clinic open six days a week, recorded 1,042 behavioral health appointments, and provided women's health services to approximately 1,000 women. The technology stack is anchored on the Epic electronic medical record (with a nurse-led patient empanelment system and social-determinants-of-health screening/referral workflow), BetterImpact for volunteer management, and JustGiving/Eventbrite for fundraising — all integrated through a community-linked service delivery model rather than a proprietary platform.

Revenue mechanics are entirely donation- and grant-funded with no patient fees. The development stack comprises seven streams: individual tax-deductible donations, corporate and foundation grants (Kaiser Permanente, Campbell Family Foundation, Susan G. Komen), special events including a Hilton-sponsored Trip Raffle (raised $45,600 in 2026) and an Annual Benefit Gala at The Ritz-Carlton Tysons Corner, planned giving and estate gifts, securities and appreciated-asset donations, workplace giving (United Way NCA #8247 and CFC #86926), and in-kind contributions of medical supplies and equipment. Patients access care through self-referral (in-person or phone), referrals from VHC Health and Arlington County Department of Human Services, and 15+ community safety-net partnerships (AFAC, Bridges to Independence, PathForward, Just Neighbors, Doorways, SEEC, NAFC). Following Virginia's 2014 Medicaid expansion the patient base shifted primarily to immigrants, and the 2023 mission expansion added an upstream social-determinants advocacy mandate under new executive leadership.

Name

Arlington Free Clinic

Legal name

Arlington Free Clinic

Website

https://arlingtonfreeclinic.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1994

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Arlington Free Clinic is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 1994 that provides free comprehensive medical, dental, pharmacy, behavioral health, and women's health services to 1,600+ uninsured, low-income adult residents of Arlington County, Virginia, through 48 paid staff and 326-400+ volunteers using Epic EMR in a single co-located facility.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Community Health Services

NAICS

Offices of Physicians (except Mental Health Specialists) (621111), Offices of Physicians, Mental Health Specialists (621112), Offices of Mental Health Practitioners (except Physicians) (621330), Other Individual and Family Services (62419)

SIC

Services-Offices & Clinics Of Doctors Of Medicine (8011), Services-Specialty Outpatient Facilities, Nec (8093), Services-Misc Health & Allied Services, Nec (8090)

akta.pro primary industry

Primary Care for Underserved Populations (e.g., migrant, homeless, refugee clinics) (HLAFAGAN)

akta.pro secondary industry

Community-Based Preventive & Health Promotion Clinics (HLAFAGAO)

Keywords

• Free healthcare services
• Community health clinic
• Primary medical care
• Dental care services
• Behavioral health programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Arlington

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Individual Donations: Tax-deductible charitable donations from individuals supporting the nonprofit mission of providing healthcare to uninsured Arlingtonians
2. Corporate and Foundation Grants: Grant funding from organizations such as Kaiser Permanente, Campbell Family Foundation, and Susan G. Komen for specific programs and operational support
3. Special Events: Annual Benefit Gala, Trip Raffle, and third-party fundraising events generating significant revenue ($45,600 raised through 2026 Trip Raffle)
4. Planned Giving and Estate Gifts: Planned giving vehicles including bequests, trust beneficiary designations, and other estate planning instruments for long-term support
5. Securities and Appreciated Assets: Donations of stocks, mutual fund shares, and appreciated assets held for more than one year providing tax benefits to donors
6. Workplace Giving: Corporate matching gift programs and workplace giving campaigns including United Way NCA (Code #8247) and CFC (Code #86926)
7. In-Kind Donations: Donations of medical supplies, equipment, and other in-kind contributions from individuals and corporations

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Arlington Free Clinic provides free, comprehensive healthcare services to uninsured, low-income adults aged 18+ who are Arlington County residents earning less than 200% of the federal poverty level. Its core offering is an integrated healthcare home combining primary care, dental, pharmacy, women's health, and behavioral health services, delivered by a hybrid staff and 300+ volunteer provider model. Specialty care (cardiology, gastroenterology, orthopedics, optometry, etc.) is accessed through a pro bono referral network, and patients are also connected to social services for housing, food, employment, and legal needs.

Product overview

Arlington Free Clinic is a nonprofit healthcare home offering a coordinated system of comprehensive healthcare services for uninsured Arlingtonians. The organization operates a multi-service model centered on Primary Care as the cornerstone, supported by co-located Dental, Pharmacy, Women's Health, and Behavioral Health services. Specialty care is provided through a network of pro bono specialists. The clinic also addresses social determinants of health through case management and community resource navigation. Beyond direct patient care, AFC offers volunteer programs including a Scribe Program (cohort-based, 3x yearly) and Summer Internship Program (10-week, clinical/non-clinical tracks). All services are provided at no cost to patients who meet eligibility requirements (uninsured adults 18+, Arlington County residents, income-based).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Primary Care Services Comprehensive primary care including preventive care, routine screenings, treatment for acute illnesses, and chronic disease management for uninsured Arlingtonians. Serves as the first point of contact and ongoing medical home for patients with complex health conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease.
• Dental Services Three-chair dental clinic providing basic oral health care (cleanings, extractions) and major restorative treatments (crowns, bridges, root canals, dentures). Open six days a week, delivering over 2,700 visits annually to approximately 700 uninsured Arlington County patients.
• Pharmacy Services Onsite licensed pharmacy providing free medications to all patients for managing complex medical issues including hypertension, heart disease, diabetes, and cancer. Dispensed over 25,000 prescriptions (30-day equivalents) in the most recent fiscal year.
• Women's Health Program Provides essential women's care, breast and cervical cancer screenings, breast cancer survivorship groups, and education to approximately 1,000 women annually. Holds up to four women's health clinics monthly with volunteer physicians and nurse practitioners providing Pap smears and clinical breast exams.
• Behavioral Health Program Integrates behavioral health screenings into every medical appointment. Provides psychiatric evaluations, medication management, individual counseling, and support groups. Over half of AFC's patients screen positive for behavioral health conditions; the program delivered 1,042 behavioral health appointments in FY2025.
• Specialty Care Referrals Access to a network of specialty providers through pro bono medical professionals, including anesthesia, behavioral health, cardiology, dentistry, dermatology, gastroenterology, neurology, orthopedics, podiatry, psychiatry, radiology, and urology.
• Community Resource Navigation Community Resource Navigator connects patients with resources beyond healthcare including housing, food insecurity, employment, transportation, and legal services. Conducted 806 meetings for needs assessments and referrals in FY2025.
• Social Determinants of Health Programs Holistic programs addressing Social Determinants of Health including case management, social services, health education, and wellness programs. Connects patients with housing assistance, food programs, employment support, and legal aid, and provides education on nutrition, exercise, smoking cessation, and chronic disease management.
• Volunteer Scribe Program Cohort-based volunteer medical scribe program where scribes document patient encounters and manage administrative tasks in Epic. Onboarded three times yearly (spring, summer, fall) with one-year weekly service commitment through a competitive application process.
• Summer Internship Program 10-week summer program (early June to mid-August) offering opportunities in clinical care, finance, fundraising, and community resources. Clinical internships require Spanish fluency.

Quantifiable outcome

• 9,829 total clinical visits provided in FY2025
• +6 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration6 records

Feature2 records

Partnerships

18 partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and secondary.

• VHC Health (formerly Arlington Hospital)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 11 January 1994VHC Health provides pro bono diagnostic services and accepts referrals from AFC for specialty care including mammograms. This partnership dates back to AFC's founding in 1994 when Arlington Hospital provided diagnostic services. VHC Health Outpatient Clinic also serves as a referral partner for patients needing advanced treatment or surgery.
• Arlington County Department of Human Services (DHS)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAFC works closely with Arlington DHS on the LINK (Linking Social Factors to Health in Arlington County) initiative, using collaborative data collection to understand community health needs. DHS also provides referrals and collaborates on addressing systemic barriers to health in the community.
• Shirlington Employment and Education Center (SEEC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSEEC assists day laborers in the Shirlington area to find temporary employment, connecting AFC patients with employment support services that address social determinants of health.
• Arlington ThrivecoreOthersArlington Thrive provides integrated support to neighbors in need to help them develop capacity for stability and security, offering financial assistance and support services.
• Arlington Food Assistance Center (AFAC)coreOthersAFAC provides dignified access to free, supplemental groceries for Arlington residents in need, addressing food insecurity among AFC patients.
• Bridges to IndependencecoreOthersBridges to Independence leads individuals and families out of homelessness and into stable, independent futures, providing housing assistance to AFC patients.
• PathForwardcoreOthersPathForward fosters stability and dignity through transformative services and housing solutions for homeless individuals and families.
• DoorwayscoreOthersDoorways provides services, shelter, and supportive housing for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault and their families.
• Just NeighborscoreOthersJust Neighbors provides high-quality immigration legal services to low-income immigrants, asylees, and refugees, supporting AFC's immigrant patient population.
• HiltonmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerHilton has been a longtime sponsor of AFC's Trip Raffle, contributing generously to fundraising efforts that generated $45,600 in 2026. The partnership exemplifies corporate support for the community health mission.
• Arlington Community FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAFC co-hosted the 'More than Medical: Exploring Social Determinants of Health' event with Arlington Community Foundation at Marymount University, bringing together safety-net partners to explore coordinated approaches to improving community health.
• National Association of Free and Charitable Clinics (NAFC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAFC is a member of NAFC, participating in a network of free clinics nationally. AFC holds the NAFC Gold Seal of Distinction recognition.
• United Way NCAcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerUnited Way NCA designation code #8247 allows workplace giving contributions to AFC through the United Way campaign.
• Lombardi Cancer Center at Georgetown UniversitysecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerAFC participates in the CONTIGO research study with Georgetown's Lombardi Cancer Center, researching how to best educate Latina women on breast and ovarian cancer.
• Dominion Anesthesia GroupsecondaryOthersPartner spotlight featured on AFC website highlighting volunteer anesthesia services provided to AFC patients.
• Nirschl Orthopaedic CentersecondaryOthersProvides orthopedic care to AFC patients, with Dr. Cassie Root serving as an elbow, forearm, wrist, and hand surgeon volunteer.
• Virginia Cancer SpecialistssecondaryOthersDr. Loren Friedman (retired palliative care specialist) and Dr. Patricia Rodriguez (oncologist) provide volunteer services to AFC patients.
• Northern Virginia Radiology ConsultantssecondaryOthersDr. Joseph A. Backer, AFC founder and radiologist, provided radiology volunteer services (retired).

Scale indicators15 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Culmore Clinic: Culmore Clinic is a free clinic in Falls Church, VA that provides primary care, behavioral health, and specialty referrals to uninsured low-income residents of the same Northern Virginia region. It is the most direct geographic and operational peer to AFC, mirroring the volunteer-based, donation-funded free clinic model.
• Loudoun Free Clinic: Loudoun Free Clinic provides free medical, dental, and behavioral health care to uninsured low-income adults in Loudoun County, VA. Operates under the same NAFC-member free-clinic model with volunteer providers and donor funding, directly comparable to AFC's integrated service approach.
• HealthWorks for Northern Virginia: HealthWorks is a Northern Virginia community health center providing primary care, dental, behavioral health, and pharmacy services to uninsured and underinsured residents across multiple counties. Directly comparable in service mix and target population to AFC's integrated model.
• La Clínica del Pueblo: La Clínica del Pueblo serves uninsured Latino immigrants in the DC metro area with primary care, mental health, and social services. Highly comparable patient demographic (predominantly Spanish-speaking immigrants without insurance) and community-based volunteer model, though located across the river in DC.
• Bread for the City: Bread for the City provides free medical, dental, and social services to low-income DC residents, including a substantial immigrant population. Comparable integrated care model and free-clinic donation-funded structure, though based in DC rather than Arlington.

Regional players

• Fredericksburg Area Regional Health Center (FAHEC): FAHEC operates as a free/safety-net clinic providing primary and specialty care to uninsured adults in the Fredericksburg region of Virginia. Comparable in mission and patient profile (uninsured low-income adults) but serves a different geographic footprint.

Broad incumbents

• Mary's Center: Mary's Center is a larger, federally qualified community health center serving the DC metro area with comprehensive medical, dental, behavioral, and social services for immigrant and low-income populations. A scaled comparable in terms of integrated service mix and SDOH focus, though at materially greater scale than AFC.
• Community Clinic, Inc. (CCI Health & Wellness): CCI Health & Wellness is a federally qualified health center serving Montgomery and Prince George's counties with primary, dental, behavioral, and pharmacy services for uninsured and underinsured residents. Larger-scale, multi-site comparable in service mix and safety-net mission.
• Inova Cares Clinic: Inova Cares for Women and Children, plus Inova's safety-net primary care clinics, serve uninsured and Medicaid patients across Northern Virginia with a broader hospital-system footprint. Overlaps in patient demographic and service mix, but as part of a much larger health system portfolio.

Others

• Virginia Health Catalyst: Virginia Health Catalyst is a statewide nonprofit supporting Virginia's safety-net dental and health providers with training, advocacy, and resources. Thematically related as an ecosystem participant rather than a direct service competitor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/Arlfreeclinic
• Facebookfacebook.com/ArlingtonFreeClinic

Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles14 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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