Non-profit Delivers Prescriptions at Fraction of Cost

Good Pill pharmacy partners with Maryland to address pharmacy deserts and medication affordability.

Published on Feb. 4, 2026

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Good Pill, a non-profit pharmacy, has partnered with the state of Maryland to deliver medications to people's homes at a fraction of the typical cost. The service is available to anyone, regardless of insurance status or income level, and aims to address the growing issue of pharmacy deserts across the country. Since launching the partnership last March, Good Pill has already dispensed nearly 5,000 prescriptions in Maryland.

Why it matters

As pharmacy deserts continue to expand, especially in underserved communities, access to affordable medications has become a major challenge. Good Pill's partnership with Maryland provides a creative solution to ensure people can get the prescriptions they need without having to travel long distances or pay high prices.

The details

Good Pill collects donations of unused medications and lists more than 600 types on its website. The organization then delivers these medications directly to people's homes for an average of $2 per month supply or $6 for a 90-day supply. While the service cannot address immediate medication needs since delivery typically takes 3-5 days, it does provide an affordable option for those who may live too far from a physical pharmacy.

  • The partnership between Good Pill and Maryland launched in March 2026.
  • Since the partnership began, Good Pill has dispensed nearly 5,000 prescriptions in Maryland.

The players

Good Pill

A non-profit pharmacy that collects donations of unused medications and delivers them to people's homes at a fraction of the typical cost.

SIRUM

The co-founder of Good Pill and a non-profit organization that collects donations of unused medications.

Kiah Williams

The co-founder of SIRUM and Good Pill.

Nancy Carr

The AARP Maryland Associate State Director for Communications.

Prescription Drug Affordability Board

The Maryland state agency that made the partnership between Good Pill and Maryland possible.

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What they’re saying

“Any time a senior or any individual has to go off their medication that should be done in consultation with their doctor and their healthcare provider, not because their access to the medication has been shut off.”

— Nancy Carr, AARP Maryland Associate State Director for Communications (wmar2news.com)

“It's the difference between can you work an extra hour, can you spend time with your family an extra hour? Can you rest an extra hour?”

— Kiah Williams, Co-founder of SIRUM and Good Pill (wmar2news.com)

“It's not going to solve the problem of a pharmacy desert, because you know that pharmacies provide myriad services beyond just their dispensing medication. But it's one thing that people can know about to at least address this one area of concern that they're facing.”

— Nancy Carr, AARP Maryland Associate State Director for Communications (wmar2news.com)

“How do we make sure getting that medication is as easy as possible, as convenient as possible? But I do think there is still a need for pharmacies to be accessible in person.”

— Kiah Williams, Co-founder of SIRUM and Good Pill (wmar2news.com)

“We aspire to get everywhere that needs us.”

— Kiah Williams, Co-founder of SIRUM and Good Pill (wmar2news.com)

What’s next

The partnership between Good Pill and Maryland is part of the state's 10-year 'Longevity Ready Maryland' plan to address the growing needs of its aging population. As the program continues, the organizations involved hope to expand the service to reach more people in need across the state.

The takeaway

Good Pill's partnership with Maryland demonstrates a creative solution to the growing issue of pharmacy deserts and medication affordability. By leveraging donated medications and a delivery model, the non-profit is able to provide essential prescriptions to those who may otherwise struggle to access or afford them, highlighting the potential for innovative approaches to tackle complex healthcare challenges.