As Featured in TIME Magazine's 50 Most Influential in Healthcare

The Nation's First Barbershop Health Clinic

Meeting Black men at the intersection of access and trust.

Our Impact in the Community

Every number represents a life touched, a health condition detected early, and a step toward health equity in Madison.

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National Awards

Part of Rebalanced Life

Perry Family Free Clinic

The Perry Family Free Clinic provides comprehensive healthcare to uninsured and underinsured Black men in Madison. We believe healthcare is a right, not a privilege.

  • Primary Care with culturally competent providers
  • Mental Health counseling with Black male therapists
  • Dental Care at our Boys and Girls Club location
  • Physical Therapy and diabetic footcare services

Am I Eligible?

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Uninsured or Underinsured

No insurance or limited coverage

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Income Below 200% Poverty Level

We serve those who need it most

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Black Men in Madison Area

Culturally competent care for our community

Not sure if you qualify? Contact us and we'll help you figure it out.

Community Prevention Initiative

Barbers United to Prevent Sexual Violence

Our barbershops are more than places for haircuts—they are trusted community spaces where we lead conversations about consent, respect, and accountability. When barbers lead, our community follows.

Consent Education

Open conversations about healthy relationships and boundaries

Bystander Training

Empowering men and boys to intervene and support safely

Safe Spaces

Barbershops with zero tolerance for harassment

Survivor Support

Confidential referrals to local advocacy and counseling

Upcoming Health Screenings

Join us at a barbershop near you for free health screenings

January 15, 2026

Classic Cuts Barbershop

584 Grand Canyon Drive, Madison

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Blood PressureDiabetesMental Health
January 22, 2026

Fresh Fades Barbershop

1234 Park Street, Madison

9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Blood PressureCholesterolHIV Testing
February 5, 2026

The Cutting Edge

567 State Street, Madison

11:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Full Health ScreeningFlu Shots

Voices from Our Community

Real stories from the men we serve

The barbershop screening saved my life. I had no idea my blood pressure was so high until they caught it during a haircut. Now I'm on medication and feeling better than ever.

Marcus J.

Program Participant Madison, WI

Recognized for Excellence

Our innovative approach to community health has earned national recognition

TIME Magazine

50 Most Influential in Healthcare

2018

Jefferson Award

Outstanding Public Service

2018

Wisconsin Innovation Award

Healthcare Innovation

2018

Your donation directly funds health screenings, clinic operations, and community programs that save lives. Together, we can reduce health disparities and build trust in healthcare.

$25

Health screening supplies for 5 men

$50

One complete health screening

$100

Follow-up care for 2 patients

$250

One month of mental health counseling

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We're a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization

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Trusted by Healthcare Leaders

Dean Health Plans
Focus for Health Foundation
UW Health
SSM Health
Madison Community Foundation