ABOUT US
Who We Are
The Health, Hope & Hip-Hop Foundation is a 501c3 committed to helping Black Americans eliminate the healthcare disparities that are taking their lives in disproportionate numbers.
MEET OYA
Time for Change
On December 26th, 2017 Oya Gilbert was diagnosed with Multiple Myeloma, an incurable blood cancer that impacts Black Americans 2x more than other ethnicities.
Since his stem cell transplant in 2018, he’s lived with constant reminders of his cancer and a daily dose of chemo. He’s also turned his pain into power.
In 2024, Oya founded the Health, Hope & Hip-Hop Foundation to spread awareness among black and brown communities about their propensity for certain types of cancer and what they can do to improve their odds of survival.
LEADERSHIP
Our Team
GOVERNANCE
Board of Directors
We’re honored to have a board of leaders and experts who understand the urgency of our mission and how best to support it.
OUR PROGRAMS
Powered by
Hip-Hop
LOCAL BLOCK PARTIES
Urban street parties in underserved communities that combine hip-hop culture with trusted experts to empower health literacy
PODCAST SERIES
A series for survivors featuring Grand G and special guests, who've all been touched by serious illness and perservered
PRODUCTION COMPANY
A vehicle to produce and distribute hip-hop collaborations featuring legends and up-and-coming local artists
HOW YOU CAN HELP
Join the Party
GIVE
Donate Now
Help us to bring essential health literacy programs and resources to communities in need.
VOLUNTEER
Get Involved
Join a Block Party Planning team in your community and make a difference in your own back yard.
FUND
Partner with Us
Fund our initiatives by providing a grant or sponsoring a program that aligns with your company’s goals.