Birth Equity Matters
The Nurturing Company’s Birth Equity Fund
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What is it?
We believe that doula support is critical, especially for BIPOC birthing people who face much higher health and safety risks in the American hospital birth system.
The Birth Equity Fund was formed in order to supplement our service rates so that we are able to offer a sliding scale. The fund is designated for BIPOC birthing people who express a need and choose to hire us.
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Why is it set up this way?
Our fund is set up this way for two reasons:
1. We desire to expand access to our birth doula and postpartum support for BIPOC birthing people.
2. We want to ensure that our doulas, and any future doulas on our team, are paid what they are worth and no less, so that this work continues to be sustainable.
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How is it funded?
Our Birth Equity Fund is financed both by donor contributions and by a percentage of all our full-rate bookings.
If you would like to contribute to the fund, please follow the link below. Your generosity is deeply appreciated and will make a real impact in the lives of a local BIPOC family.
HOW ARE RECIPIENTS OF THE FUND DETERMINED? WHAT IS THE PROCESS?
If you are a BIPOC birthing person interested in hiring The Nurturing Company, your first step is to fill out the form below and express a need for financial support from the Birth Equity Fund.
Next, a time will be set up to meet with Bri & Randi for a free consultation. The consultation is a chance for us to get to know one another, hear about your hopes for your upcoming birth, and ask questions about our services.
If we determine that we are a good fit for working together and feel comfortable with one another, we’ll present you with the sliding scale options.
Provided that funds are available, the amount you pay for Nurturing services will be reduced, and the difference will be funded by The Nurturing Company’s Birth Equity Fund.
