CHC Foundation
The Community Health Clinic Foundation
Established in 2026, the CHC Foundation was created to promote and support the ongoing work of the Community Health Clinic, Inc. (CHC). The Foundation is responsible for raising, stewarding, and allocating charitable gifts that help ensure the Clinic’s services remain available to individuals and families for generations to come.
Through philanthropy and community partnerships, the Foundation helps to advance the world-class clinical care, research, education, and outreach already taking place at the CHC. Proptecting and preserving this work is critical for the individuals and families who depend on the CHC for hope, answers, and compassionate care.
Ways to Give
Your tax-deductible gift to The Community Health Clinic supports some of the most advanced genetic research in the world, while providing innovative treatment and prevention for people at risk for rare genetic illnesses.
The CHC was developed based on a budget evenly divided between patient fees, grants, and fundraising. While we strive to meet this model, the CHC’s current patient charges currently make up approximately 12% of the budget. Your donations will help eliminate this gap and ensure that patients and families can continue to access specialized care for a reasonable cost. Thank you!
Give to The CHC’s General Fund
The Community Health Clinic is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that works to provide specialized genetic medical care primarily to the Plain communities in northern Indiana. The purpose of the general fund is to support operational costs.
To contribute to the CHC, donate online via PayPal, or donations may be mailed to:
The Community Health Clinic
PO Box 329
Shipshewana, IN 46565
Give to The CHC’s Endowment Fund
The CHC Endowment is a dedicated fund currently housed at The Community Foundation of Elkhart County. All contributions to this endowment remain invested, allowing the principal to grow annually through earned interest. Each year, the CHC has access to up to 5% of the principal to support ongoing operational needs. This endowment was created to ensure long-term, sustainable funding for the CHC.
Contribute online to the CHC Endowment Fund, or funds can be mailed to the CFEC. Please specify “The Community Health Clinic” in the memo.
The Community Foundation of Elkhart County
PO Box 2932
Elkhart, IN 46515
Legacy Giving
When you include the CHC Foundation in your estate plan, your generosity improves the health of our communities by helping provide outstanding care. Thank you for ensuring that The Community Health Clinic can impact those we serve well into the future.
You can name CHC Foundation as a beneficiary of:
Your will or trust
IRA, 401(k), or other retirement accounts
Investment or stock accounts
Life insurance policies
Payable-on-death (POD) accounts
We encourage you to consult with your financial advisor, attorney, or accountant as you consider your legacy plans.
To discuss giving options, please contact us. Thank you for your support!
Clayton Miller, CHC Foundation Director
Mr. Miller leads fundraising efforts, cultivates relationships with donors and community partners, stewards charitable gifts, and helps to strengthen the long-term sustainability of the Community Health Clinic.
Contact: 260-593-0108
Help sustain hope for future generations
Your support will help sustain the Clinic’s mission, ensuring every patient continues to receive compassionate care, and each 1 in 21 person with a rare genetic disorder has a chance for a brighter future.