WHAT WE DO

ICS Foundation strengthens the infrastructure surrounding people and communities by connecting resources, developing programs, supporting community organizations, and building systems that improve access, coordination, stability, and quality of life.

Systems Navigation and Care Coordination at ICS Foundation.

Systems Navigation & Care Coordination

Helping individuals and families navigate complex systems, connect to resources, and coordinate the supports needed for greater stability.

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Community & Program Development

Developing and strengthening community-based programs, partnerships, and initiatives that address identified needs, expand community capacity, and build sustainable infrastructure for long-term impact.

Training and Facilitation at ICS Foundation.

Training & Facilitation

Building knowledge and capacity through practical training, facilitation, and learning experiences that strengthen people, organizations, and communities.

Organizational Systems Design and Alignment at ICS Foundation.

Systems Design & Alignment

Designing practical, sustainable systems, workflows, and infrastructure that help organizations coordinate resources, strengthen operations, increase community impact, and support effective CCBHC planning.

ICS Foundation community systems framework connecting healthcare, housing, education, food, economic stability, social connection, and community partners.

Community development happens through relationships, shared resources, and showing up. ICS Foundation works alongside residents, community organizations, government agencies, and institutions to strengthen the connections and infrastructure that help communities thrive.

HCBS waiver participant Anthony Murray visiting the Maryland State House while ICS Foundation provides systems navigation and coordination support.

HCBS waiver participant Anthony Murray visiting the Maryland State House in Annapolis while engaging around DDA-related legislation, with ICS Foundation providing systems navigation and coordination support.

COMMUNITY IN ACTION

ICS Foundation participating in a DC Department of Behavioral Health Mental Health Awareness Month community panel.

ICS Foundation participating in DBH’s Mental Health Awareness Month panel alongside DBH leadership, including the Director of DBH and the Director of Consumer and Family Affairs, supporting community dialogue around behavioral health, access, and stronger systems of support.

ICS Foundation leadership with Dr. Mary Roach of the JJ Center and Cornerstone Care Coalition during DC Mental Health Awareness Month.

Tonya Hawkins with Dr. Mary Roach of the JJ Center and Cornerstone Care Coalition during DBH Mental Health Awareness Month, representing ICS Foundation’s work in sustainable coalition infrastructure and community behavioral health systems.

ICS Foundation supporting DC Department of Behavioral Health Mental Health First Aid instructors during an Adult Mental Health First Aid certification training for the Office of the Attorney General.

ICS Foundation supporting DBH Mental Health First Aid instructors during an Adult Mental Health First Aid certification training for the Office of the Attorney General, providing facilitation support and instructor coaching to help maintain course fidelity, pacing, and effective delivery.