The African Family Holistic Health Organization (AFHHO) is a nonprofit dedicated to supporting Portland's African diaspora communities through culturally sensitive maternal health programs. By employing a trauma-informed, systems-thinking approach, AFHHO empowers families to identify their unique needs and improve their overall well-being. We wrap around Portland’s African Diaspora communities and help each family identify their unique needs and ways to improve their lives.
History and Mission
The founding of the African Family Holistic Health Organization was inspired by a deep commitment to positively changing the lives of the African community in Portland in 2014. With a history of four years dedicated to community organizing and direct service work within Portland's vibrant African community, our passionate community health workers observed the pressing issues of social isolation, limited self-empowerment, and the underrepresentation of Swahili-speaking families, especially African women.
Services and Impact
Since its inception, AFHHO has served over 900 families, providing essential services such as housing assistance, wage relief, and childbirth support. The organization aims to foster healthier families and communities by addressing physical, mental, emotional, and financial health challenges.
Here are a few testimonials from people who have received help from AFHHO:
Frantzy Nazaire: "When I got to Portland, I was so relieved that AFHHO helped my family find a home in just a month! They’ve also helped us get some essentials for the house."
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Mereste Polite: "I left Haiti in 2014, and the journey has been tough. AFHHO has really stepped up to help me, especially with housing."
Key People
BOARD PRESIDENT: ORCHWA’s Region 5, Parks & Recreation, and DHS’s African Advocacy Council.
BOARD CHAIR: Chief Operating Officer for Justice + Joy National Collaborative.
BOARD MEMBER: Community Health Council of the Multnomah Health Department, African Women Coalition (AWC), AFHHO, Medical Interpreter; State licensed mental Health Peer Support Specialist.
Organizational Details
AFHHO files various forms to maintain transparency and accountability.
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- Filed on Nov. 2016.
- Have to file form 990-EZ.
- Raw filing data.
- Exempt Organization profiles. Includes organization names, addresses, etc.
- Form 990 documents as XML files (officers, tax schedules, etc.) in machine-readable format, available for electronically filed documents.
The financial information from 2011-2018 fiscal years, but may include older records.
Here is a table summarizing some key aspects of AFHHO:
| Aspect | Description |
|---|---|
| Mission | Supporting Portland's African diaspora communities through culturally sensitive maternal health programs. |
| Approach | Trauma-informed, systems-thinking. |
| Services | Housing assistance, wage relief, childbirth support. |
| Impact | Served over 900 families. |
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