• Serve People. Improve the health of people living in high-need areas by strengthening fragile health systems and increasing access to quality health care.
• Lift from the Bottom, Pull from the Top. Focus on serving the most medically underserved communities in the U.S. and abroad, working with the world’s leading companies, greatest thinkers, and best institutions.
• Build Upon What Exists. Identify, qualify, and support existing healthcare providers over the long term and serve as a catalyst for other resources.
• Remove Barriers. Create transparent, reliable, cost-effective channels to contribute and to access essential medical resources (particularly medicines, supplies, and equipment).
• Focus on Activities with High-Impact on Health.
- Maternal and child health
- Primary care
- HIV/AIDS and chronic diseases
- Emergency preparedness and response
• Play to Strengths. Partner for Other Needs. Engage in activities that address a compelling need and align with our core competencies and areas of excellence. Ally with an expanded network of strategic partners who are working on related causes and complementary interventions in order to leverage resources.
• Ensure Value for Money. Generate efficiencies, leverage resources, and maximize health improvement for people with every dollar spent. Maintain modest fundraising and administrative expenses.
• Be a Good Partner and Advocate. Give credit where due, listen carefully, and respect those whom we serve and those contributing resources.
• Respond Fast While Looking Ahead. In emergencies, support the immediate needs of victims by working with local partners best situated to assess, respond, and prepare for the long-term recovery.
• Take the High Road. Deliver aid without regard to race, ethnicity, political or religious affiliation, gender, or ability to pay. Inspire participation by earning the trust and confidence of private parties and encouraging their participation in our mission.