Free Medical Clinic of Newberry County, Inc.

07/18/2025

By Ariana Gordillo De Vivero and Harley JonesJuly 18, 2025
Gordillo De Vivero is senior director of strategic initiatives at the National Association of Free and Charitable Clinics. Jones is U.S. program director at Project HOPE.

“It will be years before the U.S. feels the full weight of the recent sweeping Medicaid cuts. But the free and charitable clinics that act as the last line of defense for the health and well-being of uninsured Americans are already preparing to pick up the pieces.

These nonprofit clinics are the backbone of America’s health care safety net. They deliver high-quality, free, or low-cost care to uninsured and underserved Americans through a blended staff-volunteer model. According to the National Association of Free & Charitable Clinics (NAFC)’s 2025 report, these patients represent some of the most vulnerable populations in the country: Eighty-four percent were uninsured, and 59% were employed but still unable to afford or access health insurance. Seventy-six percent lived at or below 200% of the federal poverty level, underscoring the economic barriers facing too many Americans.”

05/07/2025

Thank you all who donated during Midlands Gives Campaign! It’s not too late to give if you haven’t already. Last year the clinic provided over $1.9 million in direct and indirect services on a budget just over $187,000 and served 916 patients who had no health care. These services included eye care, dental care, labs, X-rays, health education, surgical procedures, life-saving medications, mental health and the list goes on, depending on patients’ needs. We are so very grateful for all of the clinics’ volunteer physicians and support staff. Please continue to support the clinic so we can continue our mission of serving the underserved in Newberry County. Thank you!

05/06/2025

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05/05/2025

Midlands Gives is here and we encourage everyone to consider making an online donation. Please visit Midlandsgives.com, enter Free Medical Clinic of Newberry County Inc. in the search bar, and our organization will appear on the screen. Your support will help us meet our goal. Additionally, please note that the clinic has expanded its poverty level from 250% to 300% of the Federal Poverty Level, enabling us to assist more individuals without health insurance and a medical home. We appreciate your help in enabling us to support others and extend our gratitude in advance, as well as to those who have already donated.

Support nonprofits across the Midlands region. Join Midlands Gives to make a difference in your community through donations, events, and partnerships.