Support the UK Salvation Army Clinic with these fun events
LEXINGTON, Ky. (Oct. 20, 2025) — The University of Kentucky Salvation Army Clinic has been helping people in Lexington since 1986. It started as a small corner in the Salvation Army dining room and has grown into one of the oldest student-run, free clinics in the country.
The clinic is located at 736 W. Main St. and is open on Tuesday and Thursday evenings. Patients can get basic medical care, lab and pharmacy services, nutrition counseling, and support for quitting smoking. Once a month, the clinic also offers special care in pediatrics, dermatology and eye health.
UK medical students run the clinic, with doctors and faculty always there to give care. About 30 students volunteer each year, handling everything from welcoming patients to managing supplies. Up to eight patients are seen on a regular evening. The clinic can even provide short-term medication at discounted prices, which helps people while they wait to get regular care or insurance.
Fundraising events
There are three upcoming fundraisers hosted by the UK College of Medicine students to benefit the Salvation Army Clinic: Casino Night, Miles for Medicine and a Pickleball Tournament. The clinic depends on donations and events to keep its doors open.
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Pickleball Tournament: Thursday, Oct. 23, 6-10 p.m. at PKL Lex. Teams can sign up for $40, with the winning team earning free tickets to Casino Night. Proceeds directly benefit clinic operations.
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Miles for Medicine 5K: Saturday, Oct. 25, 8 a.m.-Noon. Sign up to run or walk at scenic Coldstream Park to raise funds to support the University of Kentucky College of Medicine Salvation Army Clinic.
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Casino Night: Friday, Nov. 7, 7-10:30 p.m. A fun evening with blackjack, Texas Hold ’Em, raffles and silent auctions at Limestone Hall, 215 W. Main Str. Ticket sales and donations from the event go directly to the clinic. Financial assistance options are available for those who might struggle to afford tickets.
These events not only raise money but also build community engagement and awareness of the clinic’s mission.
The Salvation Army Clinic is part of the bigger mission of the Salvation Army in Central Kentucky, which also offers food, shelter, addiction recovery programs and youth services. Every donation, event ticket or volunteer hour helps the clinic continue to provide free care to people in the community.
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