ABOUT HBS
Who We are
Heart, Body & Soul, Inc. (HBS), a Brooklyn-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit was created to serve communities of color, particularly Black men in underserved communities, as it relates to their physical and mental health and to improve and increase communication between Black men, their healthcare providers, and their families regarding their overall health.
Through its annual signature event, “The Black Man’s Health Festival®”, virtual & in-person discussions, pop-up events, and health screenings, HBS provides a platform for members of the medical community, holistic practitioners, fitness professionals, food and nutrition experts as well as mental health professionals to speak with and engage Black men from the local community to ensure they are empowered to make the best health decisions for themselves and their loved ones.
Who We are
HBS continues to increase awareness through special events, video, web campaigns, and alliances with local and national healthcare organizations aimed at furthering these objectives. Additionally, HBS will be working with key partners to provide access to resources that can aid/assist those less fortunate or who are simply overwhelmed due to certain circumstances.
OUR MISSion
To serve communities of color, particularly Black men and make them more aware of their bodies, especially as it pertains to physical and mental health issues. Our goal is to encourage Black men to have open and honest conversations with their healthcare providers, friends, and families if something in their body doesn’t feel right and in turn empower them to become leaders in transforming the health of their respective communities.
OUR GOALS
To engage Black men and inspire them to take action and see a health care provider when something in their body doesn’t feel right.
Normalize open and honest conversations about physical and mental health issues.
Encourage Black men to select a primary care physician and get annual check-ups.
Host quarterly cooking demos teaching men to prepare healthy and affordable meals.
Gather data on hurdles faced when seeking healthcare to ensure better health outcomes in underserved communities.
Host frequent health screenings and health talks with various doctors and hospitals in underserved communities to reduce the number of disease related deaths.
Work with other organizations (hospitals, nonprofits, churches, fraternities, etc.) to ensure effective outreach to underserved communities is achieved and to ensure quality care is attained by those in need.
Dontate today to make a life changing contribution in the lives of Black men today!