Our Partners
We are proud to work alongside a diverse and dedicated group of corporate partners who share our commitment to advancing healthcare, education, and community well-being. These companies understand the profound impact that quality medical education and healthcare access have on shaping a healthier future for all.
Our partners are integral to Meharry Medical College’s success, providing vital resources, expertise, and opportunities for our students, faculty, and community. Together, we are not only advancing the field of medicine but also contributing to a more equitable and inclusive healthcare system.
Ascension is a faith-based healthcare organization focused on transforming care through innovation. Its care teams empower individuals by creating personalized care plans that address the body, mind, and spirit. Guided by its mission and values, Ascension provides compassionate care, particularly to those in need. Through various subsidiaries, Ascension offers healthcare services and solutions to improve health outcomes and support personalized care.
Baxter is driven by a clear purpose and destined to transform healthcare. Their work centers around the crucial intersection where life-saving products meet the healthcare professionals and caregivers who bring them to life. By supporting more patients at every stage of their journey, Baxter offers a wide range of solutions that empower healthcare professionals to deliver smarter, more personalized care. Together, they are transforming healthcare through bold innovations, striving to fulfill their shared promise of improving care for all.
The de Beaumont Foundation was established in 1998 by Pierre S. (Pete) de Beaumont, the founder of Brookstone Company, with the mission of relieving human suffering. Aiming to make a significant impact on public health, the foundation focuses on advancing policy, creating partnerships, and strengthening public health systems to foster thriving communities. Built on Mr. de Beaumont’s vision for innovation and entrepreneurial problem-solving, the foundation continues to support bold solutions for improving public health across the nation.
Delta Dental is the nation’s leading provider of dental benefits, with over 70 years of experience advancing the oral and overall health of its customers, partners, and consumers through access to care and philanthropic efforts. As a not-for-profit national association, Delta Dental Plans Association represents 39 independent Delta Dental companies, offering dental coverage in all 50 states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, and other U.S. territories. Delta Dental protects the oral health of more Americans than any other dental benefits provider, with a vast network of dentists and a commitment to personalized service and care.
First Horizon Corporation provides capital market services, regional banking, and wealth management through its family of companies. FHN Financial, a leader in fixed income sales, trading, and strategies for institutional customers, offers investment services and balance sheet management solutions, contributing to First Horizon’s business model by offering countercyclical benefits. With a substantial daily trading volume, FHN Financial works with a significant portion of U.S. banks with large portfolios and operates under multiple entities across offices throughout the United States.
For over four decades, Oracle has been a global leader in cloud computing and enterprise technology, driving innovations that transform industries. It pioneered the world’s first autonomous database and offers the industry’s most comprehensive suite of AI-powered cloud applications. Oracle also supports one of the largest electronic health record implementations, serving beneficiaries across multiple regions. With a vast network of customer and developer communities and independent user groups worldwide, Oracle continues to empower businesses, partners, and communities through cutting-edge technology.
The United Methodist Church plays a pivotal role in making quality education accessible through the Black College Fund (BCF). This fund supports 11 historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs) affiliated with the church, marking it as the largest church-backed initiative funding black colleges and universities in the United States. The UM-related black colleges and universities, far beyond proportion to their numbers and financial resources, are responsible for educating some of the world’s most effective and recognized leaders.
Together for CHANGE works to address historical inequities in health, healthcare, education, and training that have left Black communities underrepresented in health awareness, disease prevention education, and treatment development. The initiative focuses on building sustainable partnerships to support impactful programs in global Black communities.