Merck for Mothers, known as MSD for Mothers outside the U.S. and Canada, was founded as a 10-year, $500 million initiative by Merck, a global healthcare company based in Kenilworth, New Jersey. The core mission of Merck for Mothers is to improve maternal health and end preventable maternal mortality worldwide. Leveraging Merck's business and scientific expertise, the initiative offers programs and partnerships aimed at enhancing healthcare systems and increasing access to quality maternal care in over 30 countries.

Notable affiliated individuals include executives from Merck who oversee the initiative, along with key partnerships with global health organizations. Significant investors include Merck itself, which has committed substantial funding. Key achievements include impactful collaborations that have led to improved maternal health outcomes and strengthened healthcare infrastructures globally. The overall impact of Merck for Mothers is seen in its contribution to reducing maternal mortality rates and advancing maternal health on a global scale.