Minority Health Institute, Inc. is a California-based nonprofit organization founded in 1987 by cardiologist Dr. Richard Allen Williams to eliminate healthcare disparities and improve the quality and longevity of life for people of color. The Institute conducts research, education, advocacy, and community engagement initiatives focused on advancing health equity and elevating standards of care for underserved populations.
Health equity and disparity reduction, minority health research, cardiovascular and chronic disease prevention, equitable access to care, Medicare and insurance policy reform, and culturally competent healthcare delivery
Charitable donations, foundation grants, research partnerships, and support from healthcare and pharmaceutical partners
Association of Black Cardiologists, National Medical Association, American Heart Association, NAACP, UCLA School of Medicine, Drew University of Medicine and Science
Non-profit organization (501(c)(3))