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DISCLAIMER STATEMENT: FIT Clinic program is a fiscally sponsored program of VOTE, (Federal Tax ID: 16-1695266), a Louisiana charitable trust with federal tax-exempt status as a public charity under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Contributions to FIT Clinic are tax-deductible to the fullest extent of the law.

If you prefer to donate by mail, please make check payable to “Voice of the Experienced”, add '“FIT Clinic” in the memo section, and mail to:

VOTE
PO Box 13622
New Orleans, LA 70185

The United States incarcerates more of its population than any other country in the world. And within the United States, Louisiana and more specifically New Orleans, leads in the number of people behind bars or under supervision. Nearly 120,000 people, 2.6% of Louisianians are impacted by the justice system. People of color are disproportionately affected by the criminal justice system. Even though the Black population only makes up about 1/3 of the general population, it makes up 2/3 of the prison population. In New Orleans, 1 in 7 Black men is justice-involved.

Incarceration takes a toll on people's bodies and minds and individuals are particularly vulnerable during the re-entry period. In fact, studies show that there is a 12-times increased chance of death in the first 2 weeks after release. We at the FIT Clinic wish to change these statistics by ensuring patients have ready access to medications and health services. However, patients still face multiple challenges, including lack of insurance or funds to pay for medications, transportation and communication barriers leading to delays in accessing services.

The FIT Clinic provides financial assistance to cover the cost of medications, critical diagnostic studies, transportation to and from clinic and
co-pays when necessary.

Please consider donating today so we can continue providing this essential service.