Our Vision
We envision a community of Arlington Public Schools students in which their health outcomes are not impacted by their income level and insurance status.
About Us
Working together to help uninsured and underinsured students
The Marjorie F. Hughes Fund for Children is a 501(c)(3) organization founded in 1992 to honor the work of public health physician Marjorie F. Hughes. Dr. Hughes dedicated her career to working with public school students in Arlington, Virginia, and to addressing the health needs of underserved children.
The Marjorie Hughes Fund is made up of Public Health School Nurses, School Health Aides, Arlington Public Schools (APS) staff, and community stakeholders including pediatric office staff, dental providers, family shelter coordinators, and mental health providers. We work together to help uninsured and underinsured students obtain needed medications and vaccines, cover doctor visit fees, pay for dental treatments, and receive other necessary medical care.
The Marjorie Hughes Fund assists Arlington Public Schools children with medical expenses as well as partnering with local organizations such as Doorways (https://www.doorwaysva.org/ ) and VHC Pediatrics ( https://www.vhchealth.org/find-a-location/locations-profile/vhc-pediatrics-3401-columbia-pike-suite-200/) to provide additional medical and mental health assistance to children in need.
Our Mission
The Marjorie F. Hughes Fund for Children promotes the health and well-being of Arlington Public School students through the thoughtful collaboration with public health nurses, APS staff, and community organizations. The fund provides financial resources to support the health care needs of uninsured and underinsured students.