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Empowering Maternal Health: A Community-Driven Initiative
Help us reach our $120,000 goal to support our culturally sensitive maternal health program for Black and African families in Oregon
AFHHO is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization, tax ID #47-3225048.
Gifts up to $2,500* can be claimed as a credit on your Oregon state taxes if made by Dec 31 in the same calendar year. For questions or to learn more, contact us at fundraising@afhho.org.
*Up to $500 for individuals, $1,000 for couples filing jointly, and $2,500 for class C-corporations.
Want to donate via check? Please make it out to "AFHHO" and mail it to our Main Office with "AFHHO / Donations" in the memo field.
Make an Impact with Your Donation
$50 – Keep the Joy of Reading Alive!
Your gift sustains our weekly Child Reading Program, creating memorable bonding moments for families with storytime, snacks, and books for children to enjoy at home.$100 – Essential Care for New Moms
Help a mother provide for her baby’s basic needs by funding diapers and wipes every month until her child reaches 18 months.$150 – Open Doors with Education
Support a week of English classes for immigrant and refugee community members, covering classroom supplies and qualified teaching to boost language skills.$250 – Celebrate Motherhood with Us
Sponsor a baby shower for an immigrant or refugee mother with a gift kit of essentials, food, and family-centered festivities.$500 – Safety and Mobility for New Moms
Empower a mother by providing her with a car seat and stroller, ensuring her baby travels safely and comfortably.
Each contribution helps us uplift families and create lasting change in our community. Thank you for being so supportive!
Your Support Can Save Lives
Investing in maternal health equity is not just a moral imperative; it is a social and economic necessity. Black mothers face disproportionate risks, including higher rates of maternal mortality, preterm births, and postpartum depression, primarily due to systemic disparities in healthcare. With your help, AFHHO can expand the Watoto Wetu program and provide the culturally competent care that Black and African families urgently need.
The economic impact of addressing these disparities is profound. Research shows that reducing maternal mortality and associated health issues could save over $30 million annually by decreasing hospital readmissions and neonatal care costs. But the real impact goes beyond numbers—it's about saving lives, reducing suffering, and fostering healthy families who contribute to our communities.
Every dollar raised directly supports initiatives like mental health counseling, maternal health education, and advocacy training for mothers navigating complex healthcare systems. Together, we can dismantle the barriers to equitable healthcare and ensure every family has the opportunity to thrive. Join us in creating a future where no mother is left behind.
Works Cited
"Addressing Racial and Ethnic Disparities in Maternal Health." International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, vol. 20, no. 13, 2023, doi:10.3390/ijerph20136283.
“Improving Care for Black Mothers.” Monitor on Psychology, American Psychological Association, Oct. 2022, www.apa.org/monitor/2022/10/better-care-black-mothers.
Darity, William A., et al. "Structural Racism and Its Effects on Maternal and Infant Health." BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth, vol. 22, no. 51, 2023, doi:10.1186/s12884-022-05100-4.
Geronimus, Arline T. "The Weathering Hypothesis." Wikipedia, 2023, en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Weathering_hypothesis.
“The Economic Burden of Maternal Health Disparities.” American Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology, vol. 229, no. 6, 2023, pp. 561.e1-561.e10, doi:10.1016/j.ajog.2023.08.014.