Building a better future for All

Welcome to Now Start Community Foundation

Join us in our journey to provide education and healthcare to those who need it most, fostering a future where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

Our Story and Values

Founded with a vision to transform lives, the Now Start Community Foundation has been dedicated to serving the underserved communities of San Antonio, TX. Our core values are rooted in compassion, integrity, diversity, and inclusion, driving us to deliver impactful educational programs and healthcare services. We believe in the power of community and strive to create sustainable change through collaboration and empowerment.

Our Mission

Commitment to Community

Now Start Community Foundation (NSCF) is a non-profit organization dedicated to educating & providing quality healthcare to underserved communities. Our organization works in partnership and collaboration with San Antonio and local organizations, providing education, healthcare and life skills development.

Our Vision

Shaping Tomorrow Together

The purpose of Now Start Community Foundation, for which the corporation is organized, shall be exclusively charitable and educational, including, but not limited to educational programs, recreational programs, health information, and life skills training for children, youth, and adults.

Our Journey Through Time

Since our inception, Now Start Community Foundation has been dedicated to making a difference in the lives of underserved communities. Our timeline highlights the significant milestones and achievements that have shaped our organization.

The purpose of Now Start Community Foundation, for which the corporation is organized, shall be exclusively charitable and educational, including but not limited to educational programs, recreational programs, health information, and life skills training for children, youth, and adults. Being community-minded and desiring to be philanthropic in 2023, Now Start Community Foundation (NSCF) was launched as a non-profit organization dedicated to communicating, educating, and providing high-quality healthcare to underserved communities.

The major endeavor the foundation is focusing on currently is the iCovenant Care Clinic (iC3), a free clinic in Northeast San Antonio. In response to a growing and critical demand, iC3 will host periodic health and wellness education forums to close the gap with health disparities and improve health literacy in the community. It also provides sustainable mental health counseling and therapy which is in critical demand in the city of San Antonio and surrounding areas to maintain productive families.

NSCF has a phased strategic plan committed to transitioning iC3 from a voluntary cadre to a full-time staff clinic over the next 18-36 months. This fixed facility will operate 6 days a week and support access to high-quality, compassionate care in Bexar County. NSCF plans to host fundraisers, accept financial donations—both public and private—from businesses and community leaders, and partner with local organizations to raise funds to sustain this endeavor. This funding will support laboratory studies, radiology imaging modalities, and pharmacy prescriptions for those individuals without health insurance and limited resources.

2010

First Educational Program Launched

We launched our first educational program, offering free tutoring and resources to local students, significantly improving their academic performance.

2015

Healthcare Initiative Introduced

Our healthcare initiative began, providing free medical check-ups and health education workshops to promote wellness in the community.

2020

Expansion of Services

We expanded our services to include vocational training programs, equipping individuals with the skills needed for sustainable employment.

Meet Our Leadership Team

Our Board

Keith Graham

Keith Graham

President

Derrick Varner

Derrick Varner

Vice President

MyEsha Soukup

MyEsha Soukup

Secretary

Jennifer Dunem

Jennifer Dunem

Treasurer

Christopher Shipp

Christopher Shipp

Board Member

Ty Fountain

Ty Fountain

Board Member

Paula Johnson

Paula Johnson

Board Member

Board of Advisors

Lionel Lyde

Lionel Lyde

Advisor

Debra Jordan

Debra Jordan

Advisor

Bill Johnson

Bill Johnson

Advisor

Tommy Milam

Tommy Milam

Advisor

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