Men's Health Week.com is maintained by Men's Health Network. Men's Health Network worked with Members of Congress to create Men's Health Week.

Men's Health Network (MHN), is a non-profit educational organization specifically focused on improving the health and wellbeing of men, boys and their families. With a network of chapters, affiliates and health partners, MHN has a presence in every state and over 25 foreign countries. Complimenting this effort is an advisory board of over 800 physicians, researchers, public health workers, and other key thought leaders on men's and family health.

MHN is dedicated to enriching men's health and wellness through a broad spectrum of national screening and educational campaigns. Those programs are provided through partnerships with religious institutions, health care providers, retailers and other private entities, fraternal organizations and workplace health programs. Our culturally sensitive educational materials accommodate various ethnic groups, addressing health concerns for specific populations.

You can support men, boys and families by helping our activities such as:

Free educational materials and speakers are provided at:

• Small religious institutions*
• Community volunteer outreach efforts
• Other venues who do not have the financial ability to pay for these services

MHN was founded in 1992 by a group of men's activists, therapists, and writers interested in improving the health and well-being of men, boys and families. It is a nonprofit incorporated in the District of Columbia. MHN has also been designated as a tax exempt organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the U.S. Internal Revenue Service code. Donations to MHN are tax deductible. MHN's Federal taxpayer identification number is 52-1855419.

MHN has received the highest rating (4 stars) from Charity Navigator.
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