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Published: January 29, 2026

Innovators removing barriers to health care, accelerating impact on communities in need

The American Heart Association recognizes Mammha, a perinatal mental health platform, and ThriveLink, an AI-powered benefits access platform, for scalable, unique solutions that connect people and make “Impact with Heart”
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Maureen Fura speaking on Mammha impact

Mammha based in Miami, a Social Impact Funds portfolio company transforming perinatal mental health care. Founded and led by CEO Maureen Fura, Mammha’s text- and web-based platform streamlines maternal mental health screening, referral and treatment in clinics and remotely to help more mothers who may be experiencing depression and anxiety receive timely, culturally relevant support.

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Maureen Fura speaking on Mammha impact

Mammha based in Miami, a Social Impact Funds portfolio company transforming perinatal mental health care. Founded and led by CEO Maureen Fura, Mammha’s text- and web-based platform streamlines maternal mental health screening, referral and treatment in clinics and remotely to help more mothers who may be experiencing depression and anxiety receive timely, culturally relevant support.

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Kwamane Liddell speaks on ThriveLink's impact

ThriveLink headquartered in St. Louis, an EmPOWERED to Serve Business Accelerator alumnus using AI-powered voice technology to enroll families in essential programs like Medicaid, food assistance and utility support. Founded and led by CEO Kwamane Liddell, ThriveLink removes internet and literacy hurdles so people can complete complex applications by voice, reducing paperwork barriers and connecting families to life-changing resources. A recent investment by the Social Impact Funds is accelerating ThriveLink’s reach.

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Kwamane Liddell speaks on ThriveLink's impact

ThriveLink headquartered in St. Louis, an EmPOWERED to Serve Business Accelerator alumnus using AI-powered voice technology to enroll families in essential programs like Medicaid, food assistance and utility support. Founded and led by CEO Kwamane Liddell, ThriveLink removes internet and literacy hurdles so people can complete complex applications by voice, reducing paperwork barriers and connecting families to life-changing resources. A recent investment by the Social Impact Funds is accelerating ThriveLink’s reach.

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