Partners for World Health (PWH) is a non-profit 501(c)3 based in Portland, Maine. PWH collects medical supplies and equipment from healthcare facilities, manufacturers, other organizations, and individuals. We sort, evaluate, repackage, and prepare these supplies and equipment for distribution to individuals, communities, and healthcare facilities in need.
Our work limits the impact on the environment by diverting materials from landfills; lowers healthcare costs by lowering disposal fees; and provides healthcare resources to those in need. PWH aims to improve health conditions by sending medical personnel on medical missions to the developing world and educating New England communities about global health issues.
The success of PWH depends upon the hard work of our volunteers (believe it or not, 98% of our staff are volunteers). The primary task of volunteers is to sort through and organize the thousands of pounds of medical supplies that we collect. We welcome both individuals and groups to come to our warehouse and assist us with this important work.
Want to get involved and learn more? Join our Volunteer Orientation on Zoom! You can register by clicking here.
