Virginia Health Care Foundation

02/12/2026

🏆Call for 2026 Cheers for Health Care Champions Award Nominations

VHCF is celebrating more than 30 years of expanding access to primary care for uninsured and medically underserved Virginians, and we are excited to celebrate those who make that work possible at our 2026 Cheers for Champions award event this spring!

We are looking for nominees who go above and beyond to increase access to health care or improve patient health and meet the following criteria:

✅ Licensed oral, behavioral health or medical professionals employed by or volunteering at the nominating organization
✅Individuals employed by the nominating organization who support or lead oral, behavioral, or medical care programs
✅Nominees must work/volunteer in an organization that serves uninsured or medically underserved Virginians

Each winner receives a $5,000 award shared between the nominee and their organization and is recognized at our special event in Richmond this spring.

Submit your nominations by February 27: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ZSFVZXQ

02/11/2026

The Virginia Health Care Foundation is honored to serve as an implementation partner for Virginia Rural Vitality, leading CareIQ investments for provider interoperability and provider productivity across rural Virginia.

We have released an Assessment and Technical Assistance RFP to identify statewide needs, engage stakeholders, and help prepare rural providers for upcoming CareIQ interoperability and provider productivity funding opportunities.

View the full RFP and learn how to apply here: https://www.vhcf.org/rural-health/

02/10/2026

VHCF was delighted to join Senator Mark Warner, key partners, and health leaders for an energizing conversation about access to care across the Commonwealth.

Many thanks to Virginia Health Catalyst for convening a fantastic panel, and to VHCF’s Director of Health Insurance Initiatives, Joanna Fowler, for sharing valuable insight and expertise.

02/09/2026

VHCF's SignUpNow workshops cover the “ins and outs” of the eligibility requirements, application procedures, and post-enrollment information for Virginia’s Medicaid/FAMIS programs for children and families as well as for Virginia's Aged, Blind, or Disabled (ABD) Medicaid covered groups.

View the training schedule and reserve your spot: https://www.vhcf.org/workshops/

02/05/2026

📣 Health Care Champions Awards: Call for Nominations NOW OPEN!

VHCF is celebrating more than 30 years of expanding access to primary care for uninsured and medically underserved Virginians, and we will be honoring those who make that work possible at our 2026 Cheers for Champions award event this spring!

Do you know someone who goes above and beyond to increase access to health care or improve patient health? Nominate them for a Health Care Champion Award!

Eligible nominees include:

✅ Licensed oral, behavioral health or medical professionals employed by or volunteering at the nominating organization
✅Individuals employed by the nominating organization who support or lead oral, behavioral, or medical care programs
✅Nominees must work/volunteer in an organization that serves uninsured or medically underserved Virginians

💰 Award: $5,000 (shared between the nominee and their organization)
📍 Event: Awards presented at an in-person event in Richmond
📅 Application Deadline: February 27

Submit your nominations today: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ZSFVZXQ

02/04/2026

VHCF staff had a wonderful legislative day thanking our state partners and legislators for their support of the Virginia Health Care Foundation. We even delivered a special umbrella to symbolize the many ways VHCF works to keep Virginians covered!

VHCF remains deeply grateful for the state’s support of VHCF and our work to ensure that all Virginians have access to the healthcare they need.

02/03/2026

Virginia's Insurance Marketplace now offers a Special Enrollment Period for pregnant individuals! See details below ⬇️

A new special enrollment period on the Marketplace allows eligible pregnant Virginians to enroll in health coverage anytime during their pregnancy. You do not need to lose coverage or experience a different qualifying life event to enroll in a new plan. Once you begin the process, you will have 60 days to enroll in coverage.

Get access to prenatal care with a Marketplace health plan. A navigator can help you review your options and apply. Help from a navigator is always free and unbiased. Make an appointment by calling 888-392-5132 or visiting enrollva.org.

01/29/2026

The Women's Center (TWC) is a long-established behavioral health provider, dedicated to meeting the diverse mental health needs of its community. TWC was eager to expand its services to meet the unique needs of pregnant and postpartum Virginians as an It Takes a Village grantee.

The Women’s Center offers virtual appointments to pregnant and postpartum Virginians as well as in-person appointments, serving those in Fairfax. TWC accepts all Medicaid health plans and commercial health insurance plans.

Make an appointment or a referral: (571) 385-1625

It Takes a Village is a special initiative of the Virginia Health Care Foundation made possible through the generous support of the Virginia General Assembly.

01/28/2026

The Pharmacy Connection's 2026 training dates are live! Reserve your spot to learn best practices from your peers and keep up with PAP changes and alternative medications.

See the schedule and register 👉https://www.vhcf.org/for-those-who-help/the-pharmacy-connection/training/

Interested in exploring if The Pharmacy Connection is right for your organization? Learn more here: https://www.vhcf.org/for-those-who-help/the-pharmacy-connection/purchasing-tpc/

01/26/2026

Get quarterly updates on Medicaid/FAMIS enrollment, upcoming workshops, and new resources delivered straight to your inbox.

➡️ Sign up today for Sign Up Now Outreach newsletter: https://bit.ly/4qHztaX

Read the latest newsletter here: https://bit.ly/3O4n5Dg

01/23/2026

“Boost! supported me tremendously throughout the licensure process by reducing stress, removing barriers, and increasing access to essential resources.”

Nyrisha Hall, LPC, a recently licensed Boost! participant, shared how the Boost! program supported her ability to focus on achieving licensure and enhancing her clinical skills to best serve her clients navigating grief, anxiety, trauma, career transitions, and life reinvention.

“I am deeply grateful for this experience, as it played a critical role in my ability to successfully navigate the licensure process.”

Join VHCF in congratulating Nyrisha on her professional achievement.

Boost! is made possible by funding from the Virginia General Assembly and the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services, as well as private donors. To learn more, visit: https://www.vhcf.org/boost200/

01/20/2026

It Takes a Village grantee, Health Brigade, is not new to providing comprehensive behavioral health services but has expanded its behavioral health services to now serve pregnant and postpartum Virginians.

Health Brigade is currently taking pregnant and postpartum clients and can provide services in both English and Spanish. Appointments are available virtually statewide and in-person in Richmond for Medicaid clients (accepts all Medicaid plans) and uninsured clients.

To make a referral or schedule a telehealth or in-person appointment, call (804) 773-7310 or email itav@healthbrigade.org.

https://www.healthbrigade.org/patients-and-clients/mental-health-and-wellness/

It Takes a Village is a special initiative of the Virginia Health Care Foundation made possible through the generous support of the Virginia General Assembly.