About Us
Strengthening Oregon’s Safety Net Since 2007
Project Access NOW (PANOW) was founded in 2007 to fill gaps in the healthcare system and provide a “safety net to the safety net.” We have continually adapted to changes in the healthcare landscape, focusing on connecting individuals to care and resources and advocating for systemic solutions.
Mission and Work
Our Mission
Our mission is to create equitable access to whole person care and social services, and to advocate for systemic change.
Why Our Work Matters
Data show that over 80% of what makes up an individual’s health outcomes is determined by what happens outside of a traditional healthcare setting.
Project Access NOW maintains a network of community resources and partners to connect individuals to the social supports they need to get and stay healthy. This work has involved facilitating donated care, assisting with health insurance enrollment, providing premium assistance, and addressing social determinants of health in community settings.
People First
PANOW has always been focused on providing culturally-responsive services and support for communities traditionally underserved by healthcare. A vital factor in the organization’s success has been that staff are representative of those served.
Meet Our Team
Leadership / Executive Team
Program Management
Meet Our Board
Executive Committee
At-Large Members
Board and Committee Service
Project Access NOW believes we can improve the health of our communities and more effectively serve our population if we more accurately reflect those we serve. Therefore, the board and committees strive for diversity in representation including employment background, special skills, and demographic factors (race, age, gender, etc.).
With this goal in mind, we encourage applications from people of color, women, and those in the LGBTQIA+ community. The Board Capacity Committee evaluates the current composition of the board and each committee when recommending new members each year.
