Virginia Health Care Foundation

04/06/2026

📣Calling all VHCF grantees, free clinics, FQHCs, and other health safety net organizations📣

Have you registered for the Virginia Hospital & Healthcare Association Emergency Preparedness Summit taking place on April 22, 2026 at The Westin-Richmond? VHCF is offering registration reimbursement to eligible organizations whose staff attend this important summit, helping them strengthen organizational readiness to respond to real-world threats like supply chain challenges, public health emergencies and cybersecurity threats.

Eligible organizations can seek reimbursement from VHCF by completing this form https://bbgm-apply.yourcausegrants.com/apply/auth/signin or can contact Kari Parkhurst with registration reimbursement questions: kari@vhcf.org.

Register for the Summit today: https://web.cvent.com/event/aa03e005-7ad9-4527-add3-7d9c10184d88/summary

Have you registered for the 2026 Virginia Healthcare Emergency Preparedness Summit, taking place on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, at The Westin Richmond? This year's theme “The Preparedness Crossroads: Integrating Legacy Challenges with Emerging Global Threats" reflects the evolving demands on Virginia's healthcare system and the need to stay ahead of disruptions, both familiar and emerging. Event highlights include featured remarks from The Honorable Stanley Meador, Virginia Secretary of Public Safety and Homeland Security, and Virginia Department of Health State Health Commissioner Dr. B. Cameron Webb.

See a preview of the agenda below and register here:

https://web.cvent.com/event/aa03e005-7ad9-4527-add3-7d9c10184d88/summary

04/02/2026

Join us for Tooth Talk: Capitol to Clinic, Drilling Down on Legislation on April 30 from 1:00–2:15 PM, co-hosted by Virginia Health Care Foundation and Virginia Health Catalyst.

This engaging session will break down the latest state and federal policy updates impacting oral health, including Medicaid changes and how recent legislation impacts providers and communities across Virginia.

Content Highlights:

📜 Legislative Breakdown: Overview of bills passed during the Virginia General Assembly and what it means for oral health providers
💰 Funding Updates: Rural health transformation + dental hygiene funding pool insight
🔎 Medicaid Focus: Latest updates on adult dental coverage and ongoing policy changes
🔭 Federal Outlook: Key developments (including HR1) and broader implications
🦷 Interactive Discussion: Live Q&A and provider listening session with Virginia Department of Medical Assistance Services and DentaQuest

Don't miss out, register today: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/-daxfOcESc6YTtao38LZxw #/registration

03/31/2026

Congratulations to Connect Health + Wellness, a current VHCF Health Access grantee, for hiring a dental hygienist to expand dental services offered to the community. See the article below for more information. ⬇️

Connect Health + Wellness is excited to announce the addition of a newly funded dental hygienist - the first in the organization’s history - through the Virginia Health Care Foundation (VHCF) program. This milestone stre...

03/30/2026

Last week, VHCF partnered with the Virginia Poverty Law Center to host a summit for our statewide networks of assisters and navigators to begin to prepare for upcoming federal changes to Medicaid. We heard from our partners at the Virginia Department of Medical Assistance Services and in-house policy experts from VHCF and VPLC, along with assisters and navigators, who shared their insights, expertise, and ideas for how to support Virginians as changes are implemented in late 2026 and early 2027.

We are grateful to VPLC, DMAS, and all of the Enroll Virginia and Project Connect teams for this incredible kick-off to get ready for these changes and ensure eligible Virginians can stay covered.

Want to learn more about upcoming changes to Medicaid? Subscribe to our SignUpNow email list where we will be regularly sharing updates: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/5bxMmZ6/signupnow

03/24/2026

Join us in welcoming Benjamin Barber, MPP, to the VHCF team!

He will serve as Chief Rural Health Officer, leading VHCF’s provider interoperability and productivity programs under the Virginia Rural Vitality initiative.

Ben is a health policy and programmatic leader with over a decade of experience advising senior leaders, shaping public policy, and managing programs across government, health systems, and mission-driven organizations. He has deep experience navigating legislative and budgetary processes, managing cross-sector stakeholders, and leading high-impact initiatives from concept through implementation.

He looks forward to bringing his experience to support the VHCF team and its extraordinary work to strengthen health care access for uninsured and medically underserved Virginians.

03/23/2026

Thank you Virginia Council of Nurse Practitioners for hosting another fantastic annual conference! Trinette Randolph enjoyed her time connecting with nurse practitioners from across the Commonwealth and sharing details about VHCF’s Psych NP Scholarship program.

Want to learn more about VHCF’ scholarship program but missed Trinette at the conference? Check out the scholarship details here: https://www.vhcf.org/for-those-who-help/resources-for-providers/psych-mental-health-np-scholarship/ or email PsychNP@vhcf.org for more information.

03/20/2026

VHCF is grateful for our partnership with Humana, helping us to bring school-based health care to communities across the Commonwealth. Check out this Becker's Payer Issues Podcast episode to learn more about Nurture Now and Humana’s investment in Virginia’s children and families.

The Becker's Payer Issues Podcast is the must-listen podcast exclusively created for health insurance executives. Two new 15-minute episodes are released weekly with the leaders who shape health insurance in America and the cost of care, policy and regula

03/18/2026

Stay in the know on all things behavioral health by joining VHCF’s Behavioral Health Hub listserv.

The listserv offers valuable information regarding new resources and professional education, while also allowing you to ask questions of your peers. The Hub is a great way to stay connected with 1000+ participants from across the Commonwealth while also receiving updates on the latest news and trends in behavioral health.

Subscribe today: https://www.vhcf.org/for-those-who-help/resources-for-providers/resources-for-behavioral-health-providers/behavioral-health-hub/

03/12/2026

We are growing!🪴 VHCF is searching for three new team members to help us expand our impact across the Commonwealth. Learn more about the roles and how to apply:

➡️ Program Officer - Health Coverage: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/4383247938/

➡️ Program Officer - Health Access: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/4383246849/

➡️ Workforce Development Coordinator: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/4383816539/

03/10/2026

Virginia Association of Free & Charitable Clinics recently announced the dates for their 2026 Annual Conference. See details below.

03/09/2026

Join us in welcoming Maureen Neal, CFRE to the VHCF team!

Maureen will serve as Advancement & Communications, Senior Consultant providing leadership and strategic expertise to strengthen the Foundation’s advancement strategy, communications, and cross-sector engagement.

She brings more than three decades of executive leadership in nonprofit advancement, health care strategy, and organizational governance. A CFRE-certified advancement executive, she is widely recognized for guiding mission-driven organizations through growth, transformation, and complex funding environments, particularly within community health and safety-net systems.

Maureen’s disciplined leadership, strategic insight, and deep commitment to healthcare access will be a tremendous asset to the VHCF team.

03/06/2026

National Health Service Corps (NHSC) Loan Repayment Program is accepting applications!

Who is eligible?
✔️ Licensed primary care providers in eligible disciplines who serve in a Health Professional Shortage Area
✔️ Licensed behavioral health within a Mental Health Professional Shortage Area
✔️ Oral health care providers within a Dental Health Professional Shortage Area
✔️ Maternity care health professionals in Maternity Care Target Areas, which are specific areas within primary care HPSAs that have a higher need for maternity care services

The application closes Tuesday, March 31 at 7:30 pm ET. Read the full application instructions, and sign up for an informational webinar on HRSA’s website: https://nhsc.hrsa.gov/loan-repayment/nhsc-loan-repayment-program

🔔 Save the date! We will notify all applicants of their status by September 30, 2026.

But first, submit your application before it’s too late: https://ow.ly/ZS7b50Y5HsK