–––– Health & Wellness • Pillar One
Healthy Communities Build
Strong Economies
Good health is more than medical care. It shapes our families, our businesses, our workforce, and our future.
At the Metro Black Expo in the Charlotte metropolitan area, the Health & Wellness experience connects residents with trusted organizations, health professionals, free screenings, education, and resources that support healthier lives.
free
On-site health screenings
10+
Care & wellness categories
Saturday Session
June 12, 2027
Why This Matters
Health access is an economic issue as much as a medical one.
When Charlotte-area families have access to quality healthcare, preventive services, mental health support, healthy food, and places to move their bodies, entire neighborhoods get stronger. The effect compounds.
Healthy individuals build
healthy businesses.
Healthy businesses strengthen
local economies.
Strong local economies fund
healthier communities.
Challenges We Face
The health gaps holding
Charlotte families back
Preventive care access
Too few residents get the annual screenings that catch problems early and cheaply.
Mental health stigma
Silence around therapy and counseling keeps people from care that works.
Nutrition education
Knowing what to eat — and where to buy it affordably — is a learned skill.
affordable wellness
Gyms, coaching, and healthy groceries price out the families who need them most.
Chronic disease burden
Diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease affect Black communities at higher rates.
Healthcare disparities
Outcomes still vary by ZIP code, income, and who you know in the system.
Solutions & Opportunities
Ten ways to get care, coaching,
and answers under one roof
Visitors connect directly with vetted
Charlotte-area organizations across
every category below.
Health Screening
Mental Health Resources
Nutrition Education
Fitness Programs
Senior Services
Veterans Services
Children’s Wellness
Women’s Health
Men’s Health
Four audiences, one shared return
Individuals
Improve health knowledge. Find trusted local providers. Access free resources
Healthcare Organizations
Reach communities directly. Educate the public. Expand outreach and trust.
Employers
Promote employee wellness. Reduce healthcare costs. Support healthier workplaces.
Sponsors
Show real community commitment. Increase brand visibility. Build lasting relationships
Become a Health Partner
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