Our Partners
The work of the UP Initiative wouldn’t be possible without the incredible partnerships we’ve built along the way. From local businesses and nonprofits to faith groups and community volunteers, every partnership strengthens our ability to serve the unhoused and underhoused in Madison County. These collaborations help us provide essential resources, expand our impact, and create sustainable solutions for those in need. Together, we are building a stronger, more compassionate community—one where everyone has the support they deserve.
Mountain Comprehensive Care Center
MCCC has a satellite behavioral health counseling office on site at UP Initiative’s Drop-In Center. MCCC has providers on site at several area inpatient facilities. Additionally, their company provides pulmonary services, radiology services, laboratory services, and other ancillary services.
Kentucky River Foothills
This vital partnership allows UP Initiative volunteers to provide free transportation to our neighbors so they can access the services available at our Drop-In Center. KRF aims to uplift communities by aiding low-income families and individuals to attain self-sufficiency. Providing direct services and collaborating with partners, they strive to reduce poverty and create opportunities.
Madison County Health Department
Madison County Health Department’s Harm Reduction Services are available weekly at UP Initiative’s Drop-In Center! The MCHD operates a Syringe Services Program (SSP) to reduce the spread of blood borne diseases such as Hepatitis C and HIV among people who inject drugs (PWID) by providing a scientifically proven public health service that adopts and utilizes the best practices established for harm reduction in this population.
UK Target 4 Prevention
Information coming soon…
Berea Food Bank
The staff at the Berea Food Bank is instrumental in ensuring our shelves are always stocked! At the food bank, individuals or families may receive a week's worth of groceries each month.
Kynectors
Kynectors are individuals in the community who can help residents apply for Medicaid/KCHIP. We are fortunate to have CaraGrace Cain at our Drop-In Center monthly to assist our neighbors with their benefits!
Madison County Tenants Union
MCTU’s Union Hall is located on site at UP Initiative’s Drop-In Center. MCTU believes housing is a human right. They stand against eviction, abuse from landlords, & homelessness.
White House Clinics
WHC’s HIV Mobile Outreach visits UP Initiative’s Drop-In Center every other week to offer health care to our neighbors. White House Clinics are proud to offer quality healthcare to all members of our community. They are a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation, and as a Federally Qualified Health Care Center, they receive federal funding to offset costs for uninsured and low-income patients.
Madison County ASAP
Madison County Agency for Substance Abuse Policy (ASAP) strives to build the base to a better future and prevent the use of alcohol, drugs, and tobacco. Thanks to their grant funding, UP Initiative’s Drop-In center can provide hygiene supplies to our neighbors in an effort to establish norms and prevent the abuse of alcohol, drugs, and tobacco.
