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Equalhealth Inc

EIN 27-3645742 · Brookline, MA

Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthGood85 out of 100GovernanceGood86 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

EqualHealth builds critical consciousness and collective action globally, in the pursuit of health equity for all.

Income
$415,758
Spending
$531,696
Spent on programs
73%
Reserves
13.3 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 98%
Employees
6
Volunteers
35
Highest pay
$45,600, director

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Good: 85 out of 100. Higher than 62% of charities in its peer group (international, $250k to $1m).

  • Reserves

    35 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 13.3 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 0% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    0 of 15

    Spending exceeded income by 28% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 121% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    73% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 13 cents.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Good: 86 out of 100. Higher than 75% of charities in its peer group (international, $250k to $1m).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    13 of 13 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    15 of 15

    Has a written conflict of interest policy.

  • Whistleblower policy

    8 of 8

    Has a written whistleblower policy.

  • Record keeping policy

    7 of 7

    Has a written policy on keeping and destroying records.

  • Board minutes

    5 of 5

    Keeps minutes of board meetings.

  • Board sees the tax return

    10 of 10

    Gave the board a copy of this return before filing it.

  • Pay set independently

    0 of 5

    Reports no independent review process for its chief executive's pay.

  • Independent check of accounts

    6 of 15

    Its accounts were not audited or reviewed by an independent accountant.

  • No reported misuse

    10 of 10

    Reports no diversion of assets, excess benefits or loans to insiders.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Impact evidence

Describes programs. Its tax return describes what it does but we have found no measurable results in it.

Programs described in its return (3)
  1. $246,965 spent. Campaign Against Racism(CAR): The CAR is a network of 17 active chapters in 10 different countries. Each chapter declares a strategic goal aligned to addressing upstream issues that contribute to poor health outcomes directly affecting their communities and commits to be a part of the collective campaign with support from the CAR organizers. Chapters engage together and share experiences around social medicine praxis. To date,the campaign has at least 2000 people on its listserv and social media platforms. CAR chapters and members also collaborate across common themes through working groups focusing on key issues. Last year CAR partnered with at least three US based academic institutions which included hosting webinars for health professionals and support in person conferences for Health professionals. These activities benefitted hundreds of American and international health professionals. The CAR team also supported health professionals at international conferences outside the USA . The team also made a presentation at a United Nations forum in Geneva joining global partners in a continued efforts to improve health outcomes of most vulnerable groups globally. In addition to webinars and convenings the CAR team also supported one of its chapters in submitting a case for publication in the Lancet journal . In October 2024 about 40 international health professionals and community met in Knoxville Tennessee which was the first in person convening after lifting of travel restrictions due to the Covid -19. This was an opportunity for them to network and explore opportunities for international collaboration.
  2. $133,692 spent. Social Medicine course: In 2024, EqualHealth conducted educational training courses in social medicine for thirty-six (36) students drawn from marginalized communities in Haiti and Uganda. This four-month transnational program utilizes a transformative education model aimed at equipping the upcoming generation of healthcare providers with the essential tools and knowledge required to address health inequities and power structures. Furthermore, it prepares participants to effectively lead interventions that are tailored to local contexts. The curriculum covers a range of topics, including social determinants of health, colonialism, and narrative medicine. The course was delivered in a hybrid format, comprising both in-person and online sessions. It was led and implemented by EqualHealth staff, who possess diverse backgrounds and extensive field experience, supplemented by the contributions of international experts, professors, and researchers. In our ongoing effort to evolve our teaching methods through capacity-building initiatives, we conducted three faculty development sessions for our teaching team on June 13 and 25. Bringing together faculty staff from our locations in Haiti, Minnesota, and Uganda, the sessions delved into key topics such as diversity, Narrative Medicine, Story and Writing as pedagogy, and Global Solidarity. These sessions provided an invaluable opportunity for self-reflection on power and privilege, sharing pedagogical strategies across sites, and identifying pathways for enhancing the quality and impact of our courses.
  3. $6,820 spent. Mutual Aid: EqualHealth is committed to strengthening the capacity of Haitian healthcare providers operating in resource-constrained environments. We continue to provide financial support for their local activities and offer strategic consultations focused on sustainability and capacity building. In June 2024, our dedicated team in Haiti, in partnership with the Social Medicine Association of Healthcare Providers in Haiti (SMAH) and local chapter members, organized a vibrant community-building gathering. This event not only allowed participants to connect with one another but also aimed to strengthen the collaborative bonds essential for addressing the numerous challenges they face in their work. Around 15 participants engaged in thoughtful discussions about the complexities of delivering healthcare in demanding conditions. These conversations addressed obstacles such as limited resources and logistical difficulties, while also exploring the innovative strategies and solutions they have developed to improve patient care.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Legitimacy checks

  1. Is it registered with the IRS? Passed.

    Listed in the IRS master file of tax-exempt organizations as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  2. Has the IRS revoked its tax-exempt status? Passed.

    Not on the IRS automatic revocation list.

    Source: Automatic revocation of exemption list, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  3. Are donations tax-deductible? Passed.

    On the IRS list of organizations eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions.

    Source: Publication 78 data: organizations eligible for tax-deductible contributions, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  4. Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.

    Most recent return on file covers the year ending December 2024.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  5. How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.

    Recognized by the IRS since June 2011.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  6. Is it in good standing with state regulators? Passed.

    Not on California's list of charities barred from soliciting. Other states are not yet checked.

    Source: May Not Operate or Solicit for Charitable Purposes list, California Attorney General, Registry of Charities and Fundraisers, file dated October 21, 2026.

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