The 30 Over 30 initiative, a local spin on Forbes’ “30 Under 30” list, pays tribute to established leaders and organizations with decades of service in San Antonio.
SAN ANTONIO — Community First Health Plans recognized 30 local organizations and individuals on Wednesday morning for their longstanding service to the San Antonio area, honoring those who have dedicated 30 years or more to improving the health and well-being of the community.
The recognition, part of Community First’s 30th anniversary celebration, took place during a ceremony highlighting what the organization called “changemakers” — individuals and nonprofits whose work aligns with its mission to expand access to care and address the root causes of health disparities.
“For three decades, Community First has prioritized our community’s well-being, deeply rooted in the belief that health care is about more than just coverage,” said Theresa Rodriguez Scepanski, president and CEO of Community First. “30 Over 30 is our way of honoring organizations and individuals who share in our mission. We are proud to celebrate these changemakers and look forward to continuing this work together for the next 30 years and beyond.”
The 30 Over 30 initiative, a local spin on Forbes’ “30 Under 30” list, pays tribute to established leaders and organizations with decades of service in areas such as education, mental health, housing, food security and community advocacy.
Honored organizations included:
- San Antonio Food Bank
- Clarity Child Guidance Center
- CentroMed
- YMCA of Greater San Antonio
- San Antonio Zoo
- AVANCE
- CommuniCare
- Big Brothers Big Sisters of South Texas
- The Arc of San Antonio
- Brighton Center
- Down Syndrome Association of South Texas
- House of Neighborly Service
- San Antonio MLK Commission
- The Carver Cultural Arts Center
- Project Mend
- Project Quest
- San Antonio AIDS Foundation
- National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) San Antonio
- Opportunity Home San Antonio
- Alamo City Arts
- Children Achieving Maximum Potential (CAMP)
- The Health Collaborative
- San Antonio Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
- Any Baby Can
Community First also recognized individuals from within its own network and partners, including:
- Charles Kight, former president and CEO of Community First
- Dr. Glen Medellin, pediatric palliative care specialist and founder of the Comprehensive Care Clinic at University Health
- George B. Hernandez, retired president and CEO of University Health
- Mary Helen Gonzalez, executive director of member services at Community First
- Rene Escobedo, attorney and long-serving board member at Community First
- Ashley Green and Veronica Simpkins, co-founders of Latched Support
“This initiative is about more than a milestone for us—it’s about shining a light on those who have walked with us, invested in our neighborhoods and served with heart,” Scepanski said.
For more information about the 30 Over 30 initiative or to view the full list of honorees, visit the website here.