named programs · 1 · from sources
What they call their work
James Casey Scholarship for Health Equity
Travel award supporting emerging and early-career clinicians, trainees, researchers, and advocates presenting health equity-focused work at national conferences. Covers registration, travel, and lodging costs.
activities · 4 groups
What they do
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Liver Disease Research and Support 2 activities
- Advancing research on health inequities in gastroenterology and hepatologyConducts and shares scholarly research and publications on health inequities affecting the Black community in digestive and liver diseases. Provides financial support for individuals presenting health equity-focused research at national and specialty conferences.
- Providing patient education and resources on digestive health for the Black communityOffers culturally tailored patient resources including a Doctor Discussion Guide, educational websites, and a Find a Physician tool with a map-based interface to help patients locate doctors experienced in digestive and liver health. Also provides access to scholarships and community initiatives aimed at improving gut health in African American communities.
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Cancer Awareness and Education Initiatives 2 activities
- Hosting public and professional events on digestive health and health equityOrganizes webinars, conferences, and public events such as the ABGH Summit and the NEXUS Conference to connect the Black community and medical professionals with experts and current developments in gastroenterology. Events include continuing medical education components and public forums for questions on gut health and cancer prevention, including a medical education event held at Buddy Guy's Legends in Chicago.
- Raising public awareness about colorectal cancer screeningProduces and distributes public service announcements to increase awareness and promote colorectal cancer screening within the Black community.
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Professional Conference Support 1 activity
- Providing travel awards and scholarships for trainees and early-career professionalsOffers annual scholarships and travel awards to support trainees, fellows, early-career physicians, researchers, and advocates presenting health equity-focused work at professional conferences and ABGH-sponsored events.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Supporting professional development and mentorship for Black gastroenterologists and hepatologistsOperates the ABGH Rising Mentorship Program and a year-round initiative focused on mentorship, connection, and leadership development for Black physicians and scientists in gastroenterology and hepatology. Prepares participants for leadership roles within ABGH and the broader medical community.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$1.30M
Contributions & grants$1.30M100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$1.01M
Program expenses84%
Admin / overhead9%
Fundraising6%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$1.33M
Cash$1.13M
Investments$0
Liabilities$2K
Net assets$1.33M
Liquid reserves13.5 mo
4 years on record · 2021–2024 · YoY revenue +18.9%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 11
- ADJOA ANYANE YEBOA — MEMBER
- ALEXANDRA GUILLAUME — MEMBER
- DARRELL M GRAY II — MEMBER
- FOLA MAY — MEMBER
- PASCALE M WHITE — MEMBER
- RACHEL ISSAKA — MEMBER
- RENEE WILLIAMS — VICE PRESIDENT
- ROTONYA M CARR — MEMBER
- SOPHIE M BALZORA — PRESIDENT
- UGO IROKU — SECRETARY
- VALERIE ANTOINE GUSTAVE — TREASURER
relationships · 16
Who they work with
- ABGH Network — B.O.N.D. is a program of ABGH and serves as a leadership pipeline into the organization.
- AbbVie Partner — Platinum Event Sponsor for the Bustin' a Gut 2026 event.
- American College of Gastroenterology Partner — Collaborates with ABGH co-founders who have held leadership roles, contributed to diversity initiatives, and received grant funding from ACG.
- American Gastroenterological Association Partner — ABGH co-founders are members of this organization, indicating professional alignment and collaboration.
- American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Partner — ABGH co-founders are members and serve in editorial or committee roles, indicating collaborative engagement.
- Chicago Partner — Hosts the ABGH Summit in Chicago, indicating a geographic and community partnership.
- Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center Partner — Hosts an ABGH co-founder as Director of the Population Health Colorectal Cancer Screening Program and supports her health equity research.
- Harvard Medical School Partner — Academic institution where ABGH co-founders hold faculty positions and conduct research on colorectal cancer screening and health equity.
- James Casey Partner — Colorectal cancer advocate honored through the establishment of the James Casey Scholarship for Health Equity.
- Meharry School of Global Health Partner — ABGH co-founder serves on the Founding Advisory Board, indicating institutional collaboration in global health and equity.
- NYU Grossman School of Medicine Partner — Employer of multiple ABGH co-founders and site of clinical and health equity programs linked to ABGH’s mission.
- Pfizer, Inc. Partner — Out of the B.A.G. Event Sponsor for the Bustin' a Gut 2026 event.
- University of Washington Partner — Employer and academic affiliate of ABGH co-founders, supporting colorectal cancer screening and health equity research initiatives.
- Web Excellence Awards Network — Recognized by Web Excellence Awards, indicating participation in or recognition by a professional network.
- existing national gastrointestinal organizations Partner — Collaborates with national gastrointestinal organizations to advance shared goals in health equity and professional development.
- www.blackingastro.org Network — Official website used for communication and dissemination of information
strategies · 4
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Culturally Tailored Access and Patient Empowermentmethodology: culturally_tailored_health_accessBy improving access to care through a digital health directory and providing culturally tailored education, the organization empowers Black patients to advocate for themselves because trusted, accessible resources increase engagement and health literacy in high-risk communities.
- Integrated Clinical and Professional Equity Modelmethodology: integrated-career-and-clinical-equityBy integrating clinical care, scientific research, and career advancement for Black gastroenterologists, the organization improves health outcomes in Black communities because equitable representation in medicine leads to more culturally competent care and targeted interventions.
- Mentorship-Driven Pipeline Developmentmethodology: pipeline development through mentorshipBy providing vertical and horizontal mentorship, education, and professional development, the organization builds a sustainable pipeline of Black gastroenterologists because identity-affirming, peer-supported training reduces isolation and increases retention in the field.
- Scholarly Advocacy for Systemic Changemethodology: scholarly-advocacyBy producing and disseminating research on health inequities, the organization advances systemic solutions because evidence-based advocacy influences academic discourse, clinical guidelines, and policy in gastroenterology and hepatology.