Howard Brown Health has secured $115,000 in a recent funding round from investors. The organization, rooted in LGBTQ+ liberation, provides affirming healthcare and mobilizes for social justice, serving as an agent of change for individual well-being and community empowerment.
Established in 1974, Howard Brown Health stands as one of the nation鈥檚 largest lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) organizations. With an annual budget exceeding $145 million, it serves more than 40,000 adults and youth annually through a comprehensive health and social service delivery system. This funding underscores ongoing support for its crucial mission and significant community impact.
The newly raised capital will be strategically allocated to support Howard Brown Health's ongoing operations and future growth initiatives. The organization鈥檚 seven major programmatic divisions include primary medical care, behavioral health, research, HIV/STI prevention, youth services, elder services, and community initiatives, addressing the needs of diverse individuals across all ages and genders.
Howard Brown Health operates a multi-site network primarily based in Chicago, extending to Oak Park, encompassing numerous clinics such as Sheridan, Halsted, Clark, and the Broadway Youth Center, in addition to its Brown Elephant resale shops. This extensive infrastructure enables the agency to deliver a broad spectrum of care and support.
This investment strengthens Howard Brown Health's capacity to continue its vital work, reinforcing its ability to expand essential services and deepen its positive impact within the LGBTQ+ community and for public health more broadly. The organization remains dedicated to advancing health equity and social justice.
