Community First Celebrates Three Decades of Putting Their Community First

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“30 Over 30” Honors Individuals and Organizations Creating Lasting Change

SAN ANTONIO, TX (September 3, 2025) – Community First Health Plans, Inc. (Community First), the only local non-profit health plan serving Bexar County and the surrounding seven counties, is proud to celebrate 30 years of putting the community first. In recognition of this significant milestone, the non-profit is launching a “30 Over 30” recognition initiative to recognize 30 other local organizations and individuals with 30 or more years of service who share in Community First’s mission and vision to make a positive, profound impact on the health and well-being of their community.

Since its founding in 1995, Community First has touched the lives of more than 3.5 million individuals by expanding access to health care for low-income families and investing in initiatives that address food insecurity, education, and other critical needs. To mark 30 years of service, Community First made the decision to not only reflect on their own history, but also shine a light on its partners, advocates, and the changemakers who have walked alongside them, also putting their community first.

“For three decades, Community First has prioritized our community’s well-being, deeply rooted in the belief that health care is about more than just coverage. We live here, we work here, and we remain dedicated to serving this community,” said Theresa Rodriguez Scepanski, Community First Health Plans President & CEO. “30 Over 30 is our way of honoring organizations and individuals who share in our mission. We are proud to celebrate these changemakers and look forward to continuing this work together for the next 30 years and beyond.”

About “30 Over 30”

Community First’s “30 over 30” initiative recognizes 30 individuals and organizations with a tenure of 30+ years of service to the San Antonio community and surrounding areas. A twist on Forbes’ popular annual “30 under 30” list that recognizes 30 exceptional individuals under the age of 30 for their achievements, Community First’s “30 over 30” honors established nonprofits with a long history of improving community health, delivering compassionate care, and transforming lives through education, housing, and advocacy.

The following organizations have been named the inaugural “30 Over 30” awardees:

In addition to these noteworthy organizations, Community First is also recognizing individuals within its own organization and its subsidiaries who have been instrumental in putting the “community first” through their collaborative leadership and dedicated service to the community. The “30 Over 30” individual awardees are:

Charles Kight, former President and CEO of Community First Health Plans, and now principal of Charles Kight and Associates
Glen Medellin, pediatrician specializing in palliative medicine and founder of the Comprehensive Care Clinic at University Health
George B. Hernandez, President and CEO of University Health (retired)
Mary Helen Gonzalez, Executive Director of Member Services at Community First Health Plans
Rene Escobedo, Attorney at Law, and Vice Chair and longest-running board member at Community First Health Plans
Ashley Green and Veronica Simpkins, co-founders and co-executive directors of Latched Support

Through collaboration, investment, and servant leadership, the “30 Over 30” honorees are expanding health care access across our communities. Together, these organizations and individuals are advancing outcomes, reinvesting in neighborhoods, and affirming that health care goes beyond coverage, reinforcing that people and community come first.

Learn more about the honorees at CommunityFirstHealthPlans.com/30-over-30. They will be formally recognized at a celebration ceremony this October.

For more information on Community First Health Plans and its “30 Over 30” initiative, please contact:

JUDY RAZO
Community First Health Plans
Phone: (210) 358-6396
Email: jrazo@cfhp.com

About Community First Health Plans

Community First Health Plans is dedicated to improving health outcomes and reducing disparities for diverse, historically underserved populations. Through innovative partnerships and community-driven initiatives, Community First continues to be a leader in providing quality healthcare solutions in the Texas region.