About Us

It is an African Swahili word that translates as, “Let’s pull together to improve our community.”

The Harambee Health Center. Inc. was awarded 501 (c) 3, non-profit organization, founded in 2002 to help reverse the longstanding, dire health circumstances of a low-income, urban community.

To improve health, we provide affordable, holistic, health services that are located in, and guided by, the community.  

Health programs include:

1. A wellness clinic for residents in need of access to care for common acute & chronic health problems and preventive care
2. Targeted health promotion and wellness programs that address community health needs

To prepare for the future, we also provide:

1. Clinical experiences for nursing and other health care students so they will be prepared to  contribute to the health of underserved communities
2. Discover new avenues of effective health services in underserved communities

Go to the Program and Services page for more information about programs and services.

Founding Members: Presbyterian Community Center, University of Louisville Health Sciences Center, Second Presbyterian Church, Good Samaritan Foundation

The National Nursing Center Consortium, Inc. (NNCC) iserves as a support agency for Harambee. Information can be found at http://www.nncc.us.   See also Providers/Organizational Information.

Harambee is a member of the Center for NonProfit Excellence.

This nurse-led, non-profit health care organization was created to improve health equity for low income, underserved residents living in Louisville KY.  

Program Recognition
The innovative structure of Harambee led to designation of the health program as an Edgerunner, by the American Academy of Nursing.  Edgerunners are innovative programs that have the potential to improve the health of the nation. 

Video About Harambee
 In 2010, the American Academy of Nursing produced a video that highlights the history of Harambee, community need and financial stresses of Harambee. (See Sterner Turner video below).  We are happy to report that due to the strong support of several organizations, Harambee is in a stronger position currently.