Our Team
FILLING IN GAPS TAKES ALL OF US
From our staff and board to health care providers, community organizations, volunteers, and donors across Wake County, we bring people and resources together to help our neighbors get the care they need with dignity.
MEET OUR TEAM
STAFF
ANN C. THOMAS
Executive Director
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
DIANE LAHTI
President
TERRY DORN
Vice President
W. MARC GILFILLAN, CPA
Treasurer
SABRA FAIRES, JD
Secretary
AMY CLARKE, PHARMD
Board Member
DELON DOVE, RPH
Board Member
BETH EVERLY
Board Member
MYRA FISHER
Board Member
GEORGE PURRINGTON
Board Member
PAULA QUIRIN
Board Member
MARSHA RUSSELL, MD
Board Member
BRENT TALLEY, PHARMD
Board Member
EMERITUS BOARD
JEAN CAMPBELL BEAL
MYRA BRICKELL, RPH
MARY JANE BRYANT
SANDY HATTAWAY, MD
WARD PURRINGTON, JD
FIGS’ first collaborative relationship began with Wake County Social Services in 1982. In 1992, the prescription assistance program transitioned to Urban Ministries, beginning the next chapter of a partnership model that continues to grow today.
MEET OUR PARTNERS
By building on the expertise, services, and trusted relationships already in our community, FIGS can reach more people while making every resource go further. Our partners connect neighbors with the support they need, and FIGS helps fill the gaps when essential medications and health supplies are out of reach.
Together, we make Wake County’s safety net stronger.
URBAN MINISTRIES
Partner Since 1992
ALLIANCE MEDICAL MINISTRY
Partner Since 2015
NEIGHBORUP
Partner Since 2017
UNC SCHOOL OF NURSING
Partner Since 2018
NEIGHBORHEALTH
Partner Since 2020
OAK CITY CARES
Partner Since 2021
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN OUTREACH PROGRAM
Partner Since 2023
CENTRO PARA FAMILIAS HISPANAS
Partner Since 2023
KING’S RIDGE (CASA)
Partner Since 2025
WAKE RELIEF FOOD PANTRY
Partner Since 2026
PARTNER WITH FIGS: PRESCRIPTION VOUCHER PROGRAM
FIGS’ Prescription Voucher Program allows qualified community organizations to connect eligible Wake County residents experiencing financial hardship with short-term prescription assistance. If you are a nonprofit seeking prescription voucher assistance for the people you serve, please review the qualifications listed below.
QUALIFICATIONS FOR NONPROFITS SEEKING PRESCRIPTION VOUCHER ASSISTANCE FOR THE PEOPLE YOU SERVE
Qualifications:
- Be a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit with a valid North Carolina charitable solicitation license
- Serve Wake County residents who are uninsured or underinsured and unable to afford needed medication
- Have qualified staff who can screen clients, confirm eligibility, and verify Wake County residency
- Maintain all applicable licenses and certifications when providing health care services
- Ensure prescriptions are written by a licensed health care provider
- Use participating pharmacies within the FIGS Pharmacy Network for FIGS-funded prescriptions
- Follow FIGS requirements for eligible medications, documentation, reporting, and voucher authorization
- Enter into a partnership agreement with FIGS and designate a primary program contact
If you meet the criteria, reach out today and let’s make an impact together! Email ann@figsofwake.org for more information.
The Prescription Voucher Program is designed to provide short-term support during periods of financial hardship and is not a replacement for health or prescription insurance. Vouchers are generally limited to generic medications and cannot be used for controlled substances. Partnerships are considered based on community need, available funding, and an organization’s ability to meet FIGS program requirements.
PARTNER WITH FIGS
If you’re interested in expanding your impact with us, let’s talk!