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Become a member of the Ohio School-Based Health Alliance

The Ohio School-Based Health Alliance (“Ohio Alliance”) is the only nonprofit, independent, statewide organization created to advance and support the sustainability and expansion of school-based health care. Since 2010, the organization has been designated as the state affiliate of the national School-Based Health Alliance.

Building on its decades-long history of supporting school-based health care partners, the Ohio Alliance serves as the strategic voice, thought leader, resource center, and connecting entity on school-based health care in Ohio.

Become a member of the Ohio Alliance and a part of building a future where every child grows up healthy, ready to learn, and set up for future success.

Membership Benefits
As a member of the Ohio School-Based Health Alliance, you are part of a coordinated statewide effort to strengthen and expand school-based health care. Membership provides opportunities to stay informed, be connected, and help shape priorities that impact school-based health care across Ohio.

Advocacy. Amplify your voice as part of a statewide and national movement to advance school-based health care.

Member pricing. Receive discounted rates for the Ohio Alliance Annual Conference and educational opportunities.

National connection. Stay informed of national resources, tools, and opportunities through the Ohio Alliance’s partnership with the national School-Based Health Alliance.

Partnership network. Build relationships with providers, schools, and community partners across Ohio to support collaboration and shared learning.

Resource awareness. Have access to tools, resources, and opportunities to support and strengthen school-based health care programs.

Strategic engagement. Engage in statewide efforts and help shape priorities by informing the most pressing needs, challenges, and opportunities for school-based health care across Ohio.

Statewide visibility. Increase your visibility and recognition through Ohio Alliance communications, events, and statewide engagement opportunities.

Ohio Alliance memberships are annual from January 1 to December 31. Organizations that join at the beginning of each year are able to access membership benefits sooner.

Membership Categories

School-Based Health Center (SBHC) Operator
This category includes organizations that operate one or more school-based health centers (SBHCs) (i.e., run day to day operations). SBHCs provide regular access to, at minimum, comprehensive primary healthcare services to students and are co-located on a school campus. If your organization operates SBHCs, please choose this category even if you provide other school-based health care services.
Dues: Begin at $350; based on the number of SBHC sites operated
  • 1-3 SBHCs: $350
  • 3-7 SBHCs: $700
  • 8+ SBHCs: $1400
School Health Service Operator/Administrator
This category includes organizations that operate or administer other models of school-based health care. This also includes school district partners.
Dues: $350
  • Telehealth school spokes
  • Mobile health
  • School-linked
  • Behavioral, dental, or vision services
  • Other school health services (i.e., school nurse, behavioral health, prevention, etc.)
  • School district SBHC partner
Organizational Partner
Organizations that support the mission of the Ohio School-Based Health Alliance and share a commitment to advancing and prioritizing school-based health care. This category is intended for organizations that partner with or support the Ohio Alliance’s work but do not fall within the other membership categories.
Dues: $350
Organizations interested in membership but facing financial constraints may be eligible for a scholarship upon Ohio Alliance Board approval. Contact Silaka Lugo at silaka@osbha.com with questions or inquiries.
Please type the organization’s name as you would want to be identified in membership.(Required.)
Which membership best fits your organization? Please note that if you operate SBHCS, you should select SBHC operator even if you operate or administer other school health service models.
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