Leaders and Adolescents Uniting to Navigate Careers in Healthcare, Inc.
The only early-exposure healthcare pipeline program in our metropolitan area
Leaders & Adolescents Uniting to Navigate Careers in Healthcare (LAUNCH Augusta), founded in 2017, is a nonprofit organization committed to opening doors for students by providing early exposure to healthcare careers, academic support, mentorship, and real-world workforce experiences. Our work is rooted in equity, access, and preparation – ensuring students have the knowledge, confidence, and support needed to pursue meaningful careers in healthcare. All LAUNCH programs are offered at no cost to students and families and are made possible through an all-volunteer based team, donors, and community partners.
LAUNCH offers a unique approach to improving diversity throughout healthcare professions. Unlike other pipeline programs of its caliber, LAUNCH focuses on early and repeated exposure to healthcare professions (Kindergarten – College).
LAUNCH programs are provided at no-cost to the student.
Grades: K–12
Immersive day camp introducing students to healthcare through hands-on simulations and healthcare professional engagement.
Grades: 9–12
4 month exploration program for high school students featuring clinical skills practice, hospital shadowing, and professional development.
Grades: K-Postsecondary & Preprofessional
(Formerly LAUNCH Afterschool) Engages students, families, and the broader community through workshops, events, and hands-on healthcare experiences.
Grades: 6–8
Middle school students explore healthcare careers, leadership skills, and academics on a college campus learning directly from medical students and faculty.
Grades: Postsecondary & Pre-Professional
Provides career preparation, mentorship, and workforce connections, while ensuring
long-term support as students transition into college, technical training, and the healthcare workforce.
Awards funding to students pursuing healthcare-related education and training after high school.
LAUNCH is one of the few programs where our students are both having fun and learning skills that could actually shape their future careers. Our students look forward to LAUNCH days.
Attending LAUNCH Camp helped me decide on my future. It was one of the best programs I have been a part of. I would suggest all children take part in it.