The Fund supports networks of state health policy decision makers to help identify, inspire, and inform policy leaders.
A bipartisan group of state health policymakers from both the executive and legislative branches who are focused on improving population health.
Networks of state officials, advocates, and others aiming to invest in and transform primary care.
A program dedicated to advancing state-based efforts to make health care more affordable for residents, employers, and states.
The Milbank Memorial Fund supports two state leadership programs for legislative and executive branch state government officials committed to improving population health.
A leadership development program for early and mid-career state government officials who are committed to improving the health of all people in their communities.
A leadership program for senior state government officials who are committed to improving population health.
The Fund focuses on creating an affordable health care system built on strong primary care and partnerships that improve health outcomes for all.
Improving state leaders’ ability to enact and implement evidence-based health policies.
Advancing policies that create a more prevention- and primary care-oriented health system.
Improving population health through policies that contain health care cost growth.
Our state health policy resources offer relevant data analysis and best practices.
The Fund publishes reports, issues briefs, and case studies on state health policy issues.
Short takes on health policy issues from Milbank staff and guest authors.
Insights from Milbank President Debra Lubar on state health policymaking.
Reported articles and Q&As on timely health policy issues, as well as foundation updates.
Milbank Memorial Fund and Milbank Quarterly webinars featuring state health policymakers and researchers.
Updates and expert contact information for reporters.
The Milbank Memorial Fund is a private foundation that works to improve population health and health equity.
State Representative, Louisiana
Annie Spell, MS, PhD, is a member of the Louisiana House of Representatives, serving on the Health and Welfare, Transportation, and Retirement Committees, as well as the Louisiana Children’s Cabinet and Teacher Retirement System of Louisiana Board. Annie is an accomplished clinical psychologist, specializing in the care of children and adolescents. She is the co-owner of a Louisiana-based biotechnology company, Tides Medical, a market pioneer in amniotic-based skin substitutes. Deeply committed to community service, she serves as Chair of the Tides Medical Foundation and has served as a board member of the Louisiana East Texas American Cancer Society, Miles Perret Cancer Center, Autism Society of Acadiana, Hearts of Hope Center for Sexual Trauma, United Way of Acadiana, and countless other organizations. Annie lives in Lafayette, Louisiana with her husband, Joe, and their two sons, Foster and Tagg. She enjoys time with them one soccer field at a time across the Gulf coast.