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The Miles Foundation

 

Catalyzing Compassionate Care For The Hands That Hold Us

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About The Miles Foundation

The Miles Foundation is a philanthropic initiative dedicated to resourcing the front-line caregivers of maternal health. We center the healing, leadership, and longevity of Black and Brown doulas, midwives, business owners and community birth workers.

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    Black Birth Equity

     Black midwives play an important role in ensuring Black mothers and birthing people can access prenatal care that makes them feel secure and cared for. Especially Black mothers and birthing people, who experience negative birth and pregnancy outcomes at higher rates than other racial and ethnic groups. 

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    The Miles Foundation in Action

    The Miles & Miles Recognition Award!

     

    We know that true support for those impacted by trauma and loss goes beyond the extra mile! 

    The Miles Foundation recognizes the birth workers, midwives, doulas, and providers who have embodied resilience, compassion and grit beyond all expectations. We want to know who in the community is going "Miles and Miles" to support women in the impacted by loss, bereavement or trauma. Send a message to Anisha@themilesfoundation.org ! 


    Upcoming Events

     The 3rd Annual Boob-e-Que hosted by Breast Friends Lactation and Support Services takes place on Friday, August 28, 2026, from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM at Mosswood Park, located at 3612 Webster Street in Oakland, California. This free community event celebrates Black Breastfeeding Week and Black Breastfeeding Month with food, family activities, and local resources . 

    The Circle of Care Fund

    Our Vision

     The Miles Foundation’s Circle of Care Fund is designed to directly close the gap by providing whole-person, autonomous care—including traditional midwifery, postpartum doula support, and professional training—to this vulnerable demographic. By empowering trusted community providers and case managers with direct funding, we ensure that healing and dignity are accessible at the moment they are most needed. 

    Our Approach

      The fund prioritizes:

    1. Black/BIPOC Birthworkers, doulas and midwives of color who have experienced maternal loss (miscarriage, stillbirth, SIDS, SUDC, infertility) or significant birth trauma.

    2. Birthworkers who have established panels, events, speaking engagements, etc and are in need of self-love support to attend, feel present and beautiful! 

    Our Impact

       A single grant through the Circle of Care Fund transitions a doula or midwife from exhaustion and burnout to deep, intentional restoration. 

    Support the Circle of Care fund

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    The Miles Foundation

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    When we pour into our doulas and midwives, we protect the heart of community birth.

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    We'd love to hear from you! If you have any questions, suggestions, or would like more information about The Miles Foundation, please reach out to us. Our team is here to assist you and provide the necessary information to help you get involved. Together, we can make a difference in our community.

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    There are many ways to get involved with The Miles Foundation. 

     

    1. Direct Donations: Individuals and organizations can donate directly to the Miles Foundation to support their programs and initiatives. 

    • Fund a Self-Care Grant: Donate directly to the Circle of Care Fund to sponsor hair care, bodywork, and restorative pampering for an active doula or midwife.
    • Become a Brand Partner: Provide wellness products, beauty services, or corporate matching to stock self-care packages for front-line birth leaders.
    • Sponsor a Midwife or Doula: Fund professional scholarships, certification pathways, and business launch grants for emerging Black and Brown practitioners.
    • Host or Facilitate a Space: Partner with us to offer retreat venues, somatic workshops, or restorative wellness experiences for community birthworkers.
    • Advocate & Amplify: Share our mission, highlight the sustainability gap in maternal healthcare, and connect our work to values-aligned funders.

    Become Involved in our Mission

    Discover The Miles Foundation's mission of Midwifery!

    In order to address the Black maternal health crisis, we must invest in more midwives! Join us in making a difference in the lives of those in need. At The Miles Foundation, we are dedicated to providing support and resources to our community.


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