Timika Simmons,
President & CEO
" TOMAGWA was founded by the community, for the community, as a ministry of humanity. With passion and humility, alongside my board of directors, we are dedicated to achieving health equity for everyone. TOMAGWA is a place where patients, staff, and volunteers experience the love of Jesus Christ through the care we provide, meaningful volunteer opportunities, the professional trainings we offer to students, and a nurturing culture for our employees to thrive in. We cherish our faith and take pride in serving our communities." - Timika Simmons
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With a 25-year background in healthcare administration, business development and a passion for community service, Timika has successfully fostered partnerships with local organizations and academic institutions, secured vital funding, established impactful legislative relationships, and built a strong, compassionate team. Her leadership continues to inspire TOMAGWA’s mission to provide holistic, patient-centered care that addresses the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of the community.
Under Timika's leadership, TOMAGWA has earned Gold Standard awards from the American Heart Association and American Medical Association as a Diabetes, Cholesterol and Hypertension center of excellence. TOMAGWA has also been recognized as one of Texas' few A+ rated immunization facilities through the Texas Vaccines for Children program and holds a multiyear Platinum Seal of Transparency from Candid and a coveted top ranking of 4 stars with Charity Navigator. In 2026, TOMAGWA was named HRSA's only Texas FQHC LAL to recieve the HIT Quality Award for advanced technilogical advancements increasing ease of access to care and health information for patients.
Ms. Simmons is a member of the American College of Health Care Executives and serves on the board of directors for First Community Cares Foundation, Tomball Pines Residential Development and serves on the Lone Star College Chancellor's Community Advisory Council, and UT Health's - Health Equity Collective. In addition, Ms. Simmons contributes to epidemiolgy studies across Texas for public health, acute care, and academic institutions.
Ms. Simmons is a native Texan, currently residing in Northwest Harris County. She has three daughters whom she loves dearly, with two attending colleges in Texas.
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Timika "Timi" Simmons, a proud Texan and President & CEO of TOMAGWA Ministries, Inc. since 2019, is a visionary leader with a steadfast commitment to providing accessible and compassionate healthcare to underserved communities. Under her dynamic leadership, after a vigorous 3 year pursuit, TOMAGWA achieved the prestigious designation as one of Texas' newest Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) LAL in 2024, significantly expanding the organization's capacity to serve patients regardless of their financial circumstances.
Timika’s dedication to healthcare equity is evident in her strategic initiatives that have enhanced TOMAGWA’s services, including primary care, maternal health, pediatrics, dental care, lab, diagnostics, cancer research and prevention, and in 2026, TOMAWGA Reach Mobile, expanding the "TOMAGWA Way" of providing care across the greater Houstonand Harris County region. Her efforts have not only increased the organization's reach but have also ensured the delivery of high-quality care rooted in Christian values.