PATH is an international, nonprofit organization that creates sustainable, culturally relevant solutions, enabling communities worldwide to break longstanding cycles of poor health.
Mission
PATH’s mission is to improve the health of people around the world by advancing technologies, strengthening systems, and encouraging healthy behaviors.
Founded
PATH was originally founded as the Program for the Introduction and Adaptation of Contraceptive Technology (PIACT) in 1977. PIACT transitioned to PATH in 1980.
Headquarters
1455 NW Leary Way
Seattle, WA 98107
Phone: 206.285.3500
Fax: 206.285.6619
Web: www.path.org
Offices
PATH has 32 offices in 18 countries. These countries are Belgium, Cambodia, China, France, India, Indonesia, Kenya, Nicaragua, Peru, Senegal, South Africa, Tanzania, Thailand, Uganda, Ukraine, Vietnam, Zambia, and the United States.
Leadership
Christopher J. Elias, MD, MPH
President and CEO
Employees
Approximately 670
Funding
PATH is supported by foundations, the US government, other governments, multilateral agencies, corporations, and individuals. Unrestricted funding provided by individual donors is essential to PATH’s work. Unrestricted funding allows us the flexibility to explore opportunities, test new strategies, and invent early prototypes before seeking grant funding, which we typically must use for specific activities.
Programs
PATH works on a wide array of emerging and persistent global health issues, including: