Our Story
Community Health Center
Dedicated to serving our community, Sunshine Community Health Center was founded with a vision to provide quality healthcare for all. Inspired by Jessica Stevens' compassion, our team is committed to delivering holistic care to every individual. Learn more about our journey on our blog.
Awards & Recognitions
Sunshine Community Health Center is a Federal Qualified Health Center that participates in State and Federal programs to provide funding and quality of care.
2025 APCA
APCA proudly honors Joshua and Daphne for their exceptional leadership and dedication to advancing community health in Alaska. Join us in celebrating their impact and service to our communities.
2024 APCA
In 2024 Sky Pride, HR Generalist, received the Tom Taylor Award from the Alaska Primary Care Association, honoring her as a future leader in advocating for accessible, affordable healthcare for all Alaskans.
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2024 NOSORH
In 2024 Sunshine Community Health Center, Inc. was awarded the Community Star award from the National Organization of State Offices of Rural Health recognizing exceptional dedication and innovation for rural communities across the nation.
2024 NACHC
In 2024 Sierra Winter Smith, Community Relations Manager, was awarded a scholarship to Sunshine CHC on behalf of the National Association of Community Health Centers for Powering Communities Through Caring Connections.
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2023 apca
In 2023 Sunshine Community Health Center's Ryan Romans was awarded the Rainbow Award by the Alaska Primary Care Association for his contributions to Alaska's population health.
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2023 apca
In 2023 Sunshine Community Health Center's Sierra Winter and Catherine Stankowitz were awarded the Superstar Award from the Alaska Primary Care Association for going beyond their roles and responsibilities for our organization and communities.
2023 HRSA
In 2022 Sunshine Community Health Center was an awardee from the Health Resources and Services Administration for reducing health disparities in our northern valley communities.
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2022 HRSA
In 2022 Sunshine Community Health Center was an awardee from the Health Resources and Services Administration for Advancing Health Information Technology (HIT) for Quality.
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2022 HRSA
In 2022 Sunshine Community Health Center was an awardee from the Health Resources and Services Administration for enhancing access to care in our northern valley communities.
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2022 HRSA
In 2022 Sunshine Community Health Center was an awardee from the Health Resources and Services Administration for reducing health disparities in our northern valley communities.
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2019 APCA
In 2019 Sunshine Community Health Center's Catherine Stankowitz was awarded the Rainbow Award by the Alaska Primary Care Association for her contributions to Alaska's population health.