Boston will soon channel $5 million into local coalitions working to tackle longstanding health disparities that have contributed to shorter life spans in parts of the city.

The investments, part of the city’s Live Long and Well agenda , are slated to go to four coalitions of three organizations each. They were announced at a press conference, held at Codman Square Health Center, July 28.

“We believe how long you live should not depend on your race, your ethnicity or your ZIP code. All Bostonians should live long, healthy lives,” said Dr. Bisola Ojikutu, the city’s public health commissioner, at the press conference.

The $5 million, the first of two bundles of money being invested by the Atrius Health Equity Foundation through the city’s agenda, is slated to go to four coalitions. Eac

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