09/17/2026
Over the past year, CMU Street Medicine has significantly expanded its capacity and sustainability through investments, including the Free Clinic Funding Program, the Pulse3 Endowment for Community Cardiovascular Health, and the Strengthening the Safety Net Grant.
Michigan Department of Health and Human Services and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan have provided core support for our operations, including the use of Central Michigan University's mobile free clinic, as well as medical supplies and essential giveaway items. These resources include hygiene products, safe-sex kits, harm-reduction kits, cold-weather gear and many other necessities for individuals experiencing barriers to care. They have allowed us to host more clinic days, expand our mobility, improve accessibility and bring comprehensive services directly into the community.
The Pulse3 Endowment has expanded our cardiovascular health capabilities, including A1C and cholesterol screenings, cardiovascular education and preventive care. Together, these investments have strengthened our ability to provide accessible health care, preventive services and essential resources.
CMU Street Medicine is deeply grateful for the support of MDHHS, BCBS, Pulse3 and the Covenant HealthCare College of Medicine at Central Michigan University, and we are honored to have the opportunity to serve the people of mid-Michigan.
CMU Street Medicine leadership was also awarded the BCBS of Michigan Foundation Student Award to fund a needs-assessment survey of patients at student-run free clinics across mid-Michigan. The project is designed to better understand barriers to care and patient needs so free clinics can more effectively target resources and improve access to care. Data collection is currently underway, and preliminary findings have been accepted for presentation at the national Society of Student-Run Free Clinics conference and the Street Medicine of Michigan Symposium.
CMU Street Medicine members, from left: Tessa Mlinar, Joe Cummings, Isabel Young, Julia Forrest, Dr. Bernard Noveloso, Miranda Manzo, Anna Coleman, Hamdi Lababidi, Terry Krueger (mobile clinic driver), and Nate Brookshire.
