Fort Wayne Urban League to Break Ground on Transformational Health Clinic Project

By Isiah Hall , National Urban League
Published 02 PM EDT, Wed Apr 15, 2026
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The Fort Wayne Urban League (Fort Wayne, IN), in partnership with Weigand Construction, will host a groundbreaking ceremony to mark the beginning of a major renovation project at its facility. This milestone initiative will reconstruct the lower level of the Urban League building, made possible through a generous $400,000 grant from the Windswell Foundation, formerly known as AWS Foundation.

Once completed, the newly renovated space will house Alliance Health Centers (AHC), which will operate a comprehensive developmental health clinic serving children and families across the region. The clinic will provide critical services including screenings and diagnoses for autism and other developmental disorders, as well as a broad range of integrated medical, behavioral, rehabilitation and therapeutic services.

“Upon completion of the renovation, having a health clinic available to a very underserved population of people will be extremely valuable to the health and wellness of those we serve,” said Aisha R. Arrington, President & CEO of the Fort Wayne Urban League.

Expanding Access to Comprehensive Care
The developmental clinic, operated by Alliance Health Centers, will be maintained within the Fort Wayne Urban League facility for a minimum of five years. The clinic will offer a comprehensive, multidisciplinary range of services, including:

  • Developmental pediatric evaluations and diagnostic services
  • General pediatric care and family medicine
  • Midwifery and prenatal services
  • Mental health counseling and psychiatry
  • Physical, occupational, and speech therapy services
  • Intervention services tailored to children’s developmental needs
  • Collaborative partnerships with local school districts, including Fort Wayne Community Schools (FWCS) and East Allen County Schools (EACS), through bi-annual meetings with special education directors
  • A formal referral relationship with First Steps for early intervention services
  • Parent and caregiver education programming to support families

This integrated model is designed to meet patients and families where they are, reducing barriers to care and improving long-term outcomes through coordinated, whole-person services.

Commitment to Accountability and Measurable Impact
This project represents a significant step forward in addressing gaps in access to developmental healthcare services in Northeast Indiana. By bringing essential diagnostic, medical, behavioral, and rehabilitative services into a trusted community-based organization, the Fort Wayne Urban League and Alliance Health Centers are advancing health equity and improving access for historically underserved populations.

Alliance Health Centers is proud to collaborate with regional partners, including health systems and community organizations, to ensure patients receive seamless, high-quality care across the continuum.

“This project shows what’s possible when trusted partners come together to expand access to care,” said Nikki King, CEO of Alliance Health Centers. “By bringing comprehensive developmental and behavioral health services into the Urban League, we are removing barriers and ensuring children and families can get the care they need close to home.”

Groundbreaking Event Details
Date: Wednesday, April 15

Time: 9:30am

Location: Fort Wayne Urban League, 2135 S Hanna

Community members, partners, and stakeholders are invited to attend and celebrate this important milestone.