Minority Health Consortium

What Minority Health Consortium does

Minority Health Consortium, Inc. (MHC) is a Virginia-incorporated nonprofit community health organization headquartered at 208 East Clay Street, Suite B, Richmond, VA. It advances health equity for minority and underserved populations in the Richmond metropolitan area, with an explicit focus on Black, Brown, LGBTQ+, and low-income communities affected by health disparities and the HIV epidemic. The organization delivers an integrated portfolio of HIV prevention, testing, care, and support services, including free STI screenings (Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, Syphilis, HIV), Hepatitis C screening, PrEP navigation for both daily oral and long-acting injectable regimens, Ryan White Part B Unified Eligibility Assessments, non-medical case management, psychosocial support (the +Queens and Positive Brotherhood support groups), and linkage to HIV care through Rapid Start partners.

Technically, MHC operates with a deliberately simple stack: client intake, screening registration, eligibility assessments, PrEP navigation requests, support group sign-ups, volunteer applications, and grievance filings are all routed through HIPAA-compliant JotForm digital forms, hosted on a Wix-based public web property. There is no proprietary software platform, no disclosed API, and no mobile application. Service delivery runs primarily through in-person walk-ins and scheduled appointments during Tuesday through Saturday business hours, supplemented by online booking.

Commercially, MHC is a grant-funded nonprofit with no disclosed pricing. All HIV and STI testing is provided free of charge, and revenue derives principally from the federal Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program (Part B), administered through the Virginia Department of Health, augmented by other grants and community partnerships. The go-to-market model is community-led, relying on social media (Facebook, Instagram), an editorial blog, in-person community events, and partnerships with local healthcare providers, community organizations, and consumer/statewide advisory bodies (VACAC, Consumer Advisory Board). The customer base is exclusively individual consumers and grant-funders rather than enterprise buyers.

Name

Minority Health Consortium

Legal name

Minority Health Consortium, Inc.

Website

https://mhcprevents.org

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Minority Health Consortium is a Richmond, Virginia-based nonprofit providing free HIV and STI testing, PrEP navigation, and Ryan White Part B care and support services to minority and underserved populations in Central Virginia.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Community Health Services

NAICS

All Other Ambulatory Health Care Services (62199), Social Assistance (624), Other Individual and Family Services (624190)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Health Services (8000)

akta.pro primary industry

Community Health Centers (FQHCs & Look-Alikes) (HLAFAGAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Sexual Health & STI/HIV Prevention Health Departments (HLAJAAAL), Public Health & Health Equity Organizations (BPAGACAL)

Keywords

• HIV prevention services
• STI testing programs
• PrEP navigation support
• Ryan White case management
• Community health outreach

Headquarters

HQ city

Richmond

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Others, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program Funding: Federal Ryan White HIV Program funding (Part B) administered through Virginia Department of Health to support HIV care and supportive services for underserved populations.
2. Free Healthcare Services: All HIV and STI testing services are provided completely free of charge. Services are funded through federal grants and program funding rather than patient fees.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Minority Health Consortium provides free HIV and STI screening (Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, Syphilis, HIV), Hepatitis C screening, PrEP navigation, and a full Ryan White Part B service line including Unified Eligibility Assessment, non-medical case management, psychosocial support groups (+Queens, Positive Brotherhood), and linkage to HIV care. All services are delivered at no cost to minority, LGBTQ+, and underserved individuals in the Richmond metropolitan area and Central Virginia.

Product overview

Minority Health Consortium (MHC) operates as a community health organization providing a unified portfolio of HIV prevention, care, and support services in Richmond, Virginia. The offering is structured as an integrated service ecosystem rather than a software product. Core services include STI/STD screenings (Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, Syphilis, HIV) and PrEP Navigation Services for prevention, alongside Ryan White Program Services for those living with HIV—including eligibility assessment, non-medical case management, psychosocial support groups (+Queens, Positive Brotherhood), linkage to HIV care, and access to medical care and insurance assistance. The organization also provides HEP C screening and maintains client-facing HIPAA-compliant digital forms through JotForm integration. Advisory services include the Ryan White Consumer Advisory Board (CAB) and participation in the statewide VACAC committee.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• STI Screenings Free STI screening for Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, Syphilis, and HIV provided in 30-minute appointments at MHC's Richmond office, targeting minority, LGBTQ+, and underserved community members.
• Syphilis Screening Dedicated syphilis screening offered Tuesday through Thursday evenings and Saturdays, combined with Gonorrhea, Chlamydia, and HIV testing as part of MHC's free STI testing lineup.
• PrEP Navigation Services Free, confidential support helping individuals understand and access PrEP, including daily pills and long-acting injectable options, with navigators connecting clients to PrEP-friendly healthcare providers.
• Ryan White Eligibility Assessment Ryan White Part B Unified Eligibility Assessment (UEA) that determines client eligibility for Ryan White Program services in Virginia following Virginia Department of Health standards.
• Ryan White Program Services Comprehensive HIV/AIDS support services for individuals across Central Virginia, including non-medical case management, psychosocial support, linkage to HIV care, and access to medical care, medications, and insurance assistance.
• HEP C Screening Hepatitis C screening service available by appointment at MHC's Richmond office, with intake handled via a HIPAA-compliant JotForm intake link.
• +Queens Support Group Monthly in-person support group for women living and thriving with HIV, meeting every 2nd Thursday, offering connection, wellness discussions, and empowerment through open conversations, guest speakers, and supportive activities.
• Positive Brotherhood Support Group Evening support group for men living with HIV, providing a judgment-free space for honest conversations about relationships, mental health, family, healing, and masculinity through interactive discussions, music nights, and creative sessions.
• Non-Medical Case Management Client-centered case management that guides clients through the Unified Eligibility Assessment, identifies unique needs, and connects them to HIV medical care, medications, insurance assistance, and supportive services.
• Psychosocial Support Services Support services including support groups, educational sessions, and community-centered events designed to empower people living with HIV through connection, stigma reduction, and emotional well-being promotion.
• Linkage to HIV Care Connects clients to quality HIV medical care and provides ongoing support to stay engaged in treatment, maintain viral suppression, and protect overall health, including Rapid Start partners for newly diagnosed individuals.

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and major.

• Virginia Department of Health (VDH)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMHC serves as a Ryan White Part B service provider under partnership with Virginia Department of Health. VDH provides federal Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program funding oversight and sets eligibility standards including the Unified Eligibility Assessment (UEA) process.
• Just BU Inc.coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborative partnership with Just BU Inc. to co-host the +Queens Support Group, a safe empowering space for women living and thriving with HIV. Jointly organized community support programming.
• Local Healthcare ProviderscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration with local healthcare providers for HIV medical care, PrEP services, and treatment. Rapid Start partners for immediate linkage to care for newly diagnosed individuals.
• Community OrganizationscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with community organizations to address health disparities, improve access to resources, and reduce stigma surrounding HIV and sexual health in minority communities.
• VACAC (Virginia Quality of Care Consumer Advisory Committee)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerStatewide advisory body formed under the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program ensuring people living with HIV shape quality of HIV services and programs. MHC participates as a Central Virginia representative.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• NAESM (National AIDS Education & Services for Minorities): Community-based organization focused on HIV prevention, education, and care for Black communities, particularly Black gay and bisexual men—closely aligned with MHC's mission to address HIV impact on minority populations.
• Whitman-Walker Health: Washington, D.C.-based federally qualified health center specializing in LGBTQ+ and HIV care, offering free/affordable testing, PrEP navigation, Ryan White services, and community programs—directly comparable to MHC's service mix and target population.
• San Francisco AIDS Foundation: San Francisco-based AIDS service organization delivering HIV testing, PrEP navigation, case management, and community programs for people living with and at risk for HIV—directly comparable in service portfolio and grant-funded nonprofit structure.
• Thrive SS: Atlanta-based nonprofit serving Black men living with HIV through support groups, linkage to care, and community programs—directly comparable to MHC's Positive Brotherhood support group and minority-focused community work.
• APLA Health: Los Angeles-based nonprofit offering HIV prevention (including PrEP), Ryan White–funded care, support groups, and community-based programs targeting Black, Brown, and LGBTQ+ communities—closely aligned with MHC's status-neutral service ecosystem.
• Fenway Health: Boston-based community health center specializing in LGBTQ+ care, HIV prevention, and Ryan White services with strong research and training programs—comparable integrated service model with similar target populations.
• Vivent Health: Multi-state HIV-specialty provider operating across the Midwest, offering Ryan White–funded medical care, case management, and prevention services—comparable in service scope and Ryan White program participation.
• Callen-Lorde Community Health Center: New York City-based community health center serving LGBTQ+ and underserved populations with HIV prevention (including PrEP), primary care, and supportive services—mirrors MHC's mission, target segments, and integrated service delivery model.
• Howard Brown Health: Chicago-based LGBTQ+ community health organization providing HIV/STI testing, PrEP, case management, and support services with a focus on minority and underserved populations—comparable scope, mission, and Ryan White funding model.

Broad incumbents

• Virginia Department of Health (HIV Prevention & Care Programs): State public health agency that administers Ryan White Part B funding, sets eligibility standards, and operates HIV prevention programs statewide—MHC operates under VDH's oversight as a sub-recipient, making VDH a key counterparty and broader market shaper.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/MHCprevents
• Instagraminstagram.com/minorityhealthconsortium

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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