named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Consultations
Personalized pharmacy consultations to help patients understand prescriptions and treatment plans
Forest Bathing
Guided forest therapy walks led by a certified Forest Therapy Guide to promote mental and physical well-being through nature connection
Health Coaching Group
Group program led by a certified integrative health coach focusing on nutrition and lifestyle habits for cognitive and metabolic health
Wellness Education and Reports
Produces educational content on herbal teas, magnesium, processed foods, Lyme disease, Long COVID, and other public health topics
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Pharmacy Access and Medication Assistance 2 activities
- Operation of a Patient Assistance Fund for pharmacy and wellness servicesRuns a Patient Assistance Fund to support individuals in need by providing access to pharmacy and wellness services, ensuring affordability and continuity of care within the community.
- Operation of the first nonprofit community pharmacy in the United StatesOperates the first not-for-profit community pharmacy in America, established on April 7, 2023, in Phoenicia, NY, serving as the official pharmacy for the Town of Shandaken. The pharmacy integrates traditional pharmaceutical services with wellness initiatives and is part of the transition from Wellness Rx to the nonprofit model of Pharmacy for the Public Good.
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Plant-Based Nutrition Education & Support Programs 1 activity
- Health coaching for cognitive and metabolic healthProvides health coaching through individual guidance and group sessions focused on nutrition and lifestyle habits to support cognitive and metabolic health, led by a certified integrative health and nutrition coach, offering accountability and support to help individuals achieve their health goals.
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Nonprofit Internship Programs 1 activity
- Providing internships, training, and community health education initiativesOffers internships and training opportunities for local students and supports community development through public speaking events, informational reports, and partnerships in education, community planning, healthcare, and wellness.
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Community Health Fairs and Screenings 1 activity
- Provision of free or low-cost wellness programs and health support servicesOffers free or low-cost wellness programs including nutritional counseling, vaccinations, mental health and substance abuse referrals, blood pressure screenings, and free consultations and triage for minor health issues such as rashes, bug bites, burns, and wounds. These services are integrated into the pharmacy’s community health model.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Conducting research on CBD oil effectivenessConducted a controlled study of 20 patients over 60 days to evaluate the effectiveness of CBD oil, representing a formal research initiative into integrative health treatments.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$221K
Contributions & grants$45K20%
Program service revenue$156K70%
Investment income$20%
Other revenue$20K
expenses
Total expenses$193K
Program expenses100%
Admin / overhead0%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$66K
Grants paid out$1K
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$335K
Cash$12K
Investments$0
Liabilities$348K
Net assets$-13K
Liquid reserves0.8 mo
3 years on record · 2022–2024 · YoY revenue +26.3%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| EDWARD ULLMANN | EXECUTIVE DI | 56 | $17K |
board members · 2
- NICHOLAS KRAFT — SECRETARY
- RONALD LIPTON — TRUSTEE
relationships · 7
Who they work with
- Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Services Partner — Ed Ullmann serves as an Adjunct Experiential Faculty member and is a member of the President’s Advisory Council.
- Ed Ullmann Partner — Pharmacist and key staff member referred by customers for personal care and expertise.
- Town of Shandaken Government — Designated as the official pharmacy for the Town of Shandaken.
- Ulster County Community College Partner — Presented on Lyme disease at Ulster County Community College
- Wellness RX Partner — Pharmacy for the Public Good operates through the existing infrastructure of Wellness RX in Phoenicia and Tannersville, NY.
- Wellness Rx Pharmacy for the Public Good Partner — Implied primary organizational identity of the reporting entity in the context of community initiatives
- community Partner — Engages the local community as an integral part of the pharmacy's mission and experience.
strategies · 5
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Community Partnership Modelmethodology: community-partnership_modelBy collaborating with partners across healthcare, education, and planning sectors, we amplify community health impact because integrated services across systems address root causes of poor health and strengthen local resilience.
- Health Coaching for Behavior Changemethodology: health-coachingBy offering health coaching, we support individuals to achieve their health goals because personalized guidance, accountability, and emotional support increase motivation and adherence to wellness plans.
- Integrative Pharmacy Modelmethodology: integrative_pharmacyBy integrating traditional pharmacy services with natural medicine and holistic care, we improve community health outcomes because this blended approach addresses both clinical and wellness needs in underserved populations, fostering deeper patient engagement and trust.
- Nonprofit Transformation Modelmethodology: nonprofit_transformation_modelBy transforming for-profit pharmacies into nonprofit entities, we sustain access to essential pharmacy services in underserved communities because this model prioritizes public health over shareholder returns and enables hybrid financing through donations, grants, and retail revenue.
- Proactive Health Screening and Referralmethodology: proactive_health_screening_and_referralBy conducting proactive health screenings in a pharmacy setting, we identify urgent health concerns early and connect individuals to care because personalized, low-barrier interventions increase the likelihood of follow-through and improve health outcomes.