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COMMUNITY IMPACT
At Sunshine Community Health Center, our impact extends far beyond the walls of our clinics. While we are proud to provide high-quality medical, behavioral health, dental, pharmacy, and support services to the rural communities of Trapper Creek, Talkeetna, Willow, and surrounding areas, our commitment to community health reaches wherever our patients live, learn, work, and play. From delivering services within local schools to building strong partnerships with community organizations, we continuously seek innovative ways to improve access to care. As a community-driven health center, we are often among the first to pilot new programs, outreach initiatives, and service models designed to meet the unique needs of rural Alaska. Each year, our partnerships grow stronger, our reach expands, and our dedication remains the same: increasing access to quality healthcare and strengthening the health and resilience of the communities we serve.
ANNUAL REPORTS
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OUR AWARDS
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In 2025 Joshua Gilmore and Daphne were given an award from the Alaska Primary Care Association (APCA) for their exceptional leadership and dedication to advancing community health in Alaska.
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In 2023 Sunshine Community Health Center's Sierra Winter and Catherine Stankowitz were awarded the Superstar Award from the Alaska Primary Care Association (APCA) for going beyond their roles and responsibilities for our organization and communities.
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In 2019 Sunshine Community Health Center's Catherine Stankowitz was awarded the Rainbow Award by the Alaska Primary Care Association (APCA) for her contributions to Alaska's population health.
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In 2024 Sky Pride received the Tom Taylor Award from the Alaska Primary Care Association (APCA), honoring her as a future leader in advocating for accessible, affordable healthcare for all Alaskans.
In 2022 Sunshine Community Health Center was an awardee from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) for reducing health disparities in our northern valley communities.
In 2024 Sunshine Community Health Center, Inc. was awarded the Community Star award from the National Organization of State Offices of Rural Health (NOSORH) recognizing exceptional dedication and innovation for rural communities across the nation.
In 2022 Sunshine Community Health Center was an awardee from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) for Advancing Health Information Technology (HIT) for Quality.
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In 2024 Sierra Winter was awarded a scholarship to Sunshine CHC on behalf of the National Association of Community Health Centers for Powering Communities Through Caring Connections.
In 2022 Sunshine Community Health Center was an awardee from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) for enhancing access to care in our northern valley communities.
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In 2023 Sunshine Community Health Center's Ryan Romans was awarded the Rainbow Award by the Alaska Primary Care Association (APCA) for his contributions to Alaska's population health.
In 2022 Sunshine Community Health Center was an awardee from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) for
reducing health disparities in our northern valley communities.
Community Partners
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