Ozanam Charitable Pharmacy Receives a $75K Grand Award from Direct Relief’s Communities Routes: Access to mental Health Care

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Mobile, AL, March 5, 2025 – Ozanam Charitable Pharmacy today announced it is among 11 free and charitable clinics/pharmacies that received a grant from Direct Relief’s Community Routes: Access to Mental Health. The initiative continues to address the critical need for expanded mental health services in communities across Alabama, Mississippi, and Texas.

The grants, which were dispersed in December 2024 through January 2025, are funded by Teva Pharmaceuticals and implemented by Direct Relief and the National Association of Free and Charitable Clinics.

Ozanam Charitable Pharmacy has received $75,000 from Community Routes: Access to Mental Health Care to implement depression screening tools within its pharmacy services and connect patients with necessary resources. This grant enhances access to additional mental health resources for our patients. Shearie Archer, the Executive Director of Ozanam Charitable Pharmacy, expressed gratitude on behalf of Ozanam’s patients for the partnership with Teva Pharmaceuticals, Direct Relief, and the National Association of Free and Charitable Clinics. She stated that this collaboration will significantly improve the lives of our patients by providing additional mental health resources and support.

2024 Jazz Extravaganza

Join us for our new and improved 2024 Ozanam’s Jazz Extravaganza… An Rx for a Cause fundraiser on Friday, June 28th from 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. at The Grand Hall

  • Great music, dancing, a silent auction, raffle and wine pull.
  • Enjoy delectable dishes and drinks – free food and open bar
  • Support our Mission and leave with something great from our Silent Auction, Raffle and Wine Pull
  • Remember to bring your umbrella & hankie to wave as we Secondline with The Excelsior Band
  • Sponsorships Available!

Sponsorships & Tickets Available Now!

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In Kind Donation Form (PDF)

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For more information, contact: 251-432-4111

All proceeds benefit Ozanam Charitable Pharmacy’s mission of providing free medicine to uninsured patients in Mobile, Baldwin, Escambia and Washington Counties.
OCP is a 501(c) 3. EIN#: 72-1386236

2023 Ozanam’s Jazz Extravaganza

Join us for our new and improved 2023 Ozanam’s Jazz Extravaganza…An Rx for a Cause fundraiser on Friday, June 30th from 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. at The Grand Hall

  • Dance, dine and mingle to the sounds of Jarvis Wright & Keep It Live, Gabby Merz & The Swing Band
  • Enjoy delectable dishes and drinks – free food and open bar
  • Support our Mission and leave with something great from our Silent Auction, Raffle and Wine Pull
  • Remember to bring your umbrella & hankie to wave as we Secondline with The Excelsior Band
  • Sponsorships Available!

Tickets: $45 each

Purchase Tickets Now!

View Event Flyer (PDF) | In-Kind Donation Form (PDF)

Sponsorships AvailableSponsorship Form (PDF)
For more information, contact: 251-432-4111

All proceeds benefit Ozanam Charitable Pharmacy’s mission of providing free medicine to uninsured patients in Mobile, Baldwin, Escambia and Washington Counties.
OCP is a 501(c) 3. EIN#: 72-1386236

The 4th Annual Jazz & Cocktails

Join us for Ozanam Charitable Pharmacy’s 4th Annual Jazz & Cocktails, A Rx For A Cause fundraiser on Friday June 24th from 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. at The Grand Hall.

Jazz and Cocktails
  • Dance to classic and contemporary jazz with Gino Rosaria the Pianist and Swing Band
  • Enjoy tasty southern comfort fare and spirits – food, fun & open bar
  • Bring your fancy umbrella and Secondline with The Excelsior Band
  • Support a great cause during the Silent Auction, Raffle and Wine Pull
  • Sponsorships Available

Tickets: $45 each

Purchase Tickets Now!

In-Kind Donation Form (PDF)

Sponsorships AvailableSponsorship Form (PDF)
For more information, contact: 251-432-4111

All proceeds benefit Ozanam Charitable Pharmacy’s mission of providing free medicine to uninsured patients in Mobile, Baldwin, Escambia and Washington Counties.
OCP is a 501(c) 3. EIN#: 72-1386236

No Show Gala

Supporting Ozanam Charitable Pharmacy’s “No Show Gala,” from your secure space, help us provide medication to uninsured homeless and low wealth individuals at no cost.

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FREE Vaccine Clinic

Johnson & Johnson Vaccine – Single Dose

September 2nd; 10 am – 1 pm

No Appointment Necessary!

Ozanam Pharmacy’s Parking Lot, 109 S. Cedar Street, Downtown Mobile

Vaccinations help save lives. Help #stopthespread of Covid-19. For more information call: 251-432-4111.

2021 Jazz and Cocktails

jazz and cocktails

Jazz it up during Ozanam Charitable Pharmacy’s 3rd Annual Jazz & Cocktails, A Rx For A Cause fundraiser on Friday June 25th from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Grand Hall!  Come swing-out to live jazz performed by “Alvin King & 5th K’nection” and “Swing” featuring vocalist Gabby Mertz, along with great “southern comfort cuisine” and spirits. An incredible silent auction features diamond jewelry, designer handbags and fragrances, luxury watches, entertainment experiences and more! We’ll even end the evening with a rousing “Second Line” lead by Mobile’s iconic Excelsior Band! Proceeds will benefit Ozanam Charitable Pharmacy, Alabama’s only free medication safety net for the uninsured in south Alabama.

Tickets cost $45 each | Purchase NOW!

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For more information call 251-432-4111.