Virginia Health Care Foundation

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

03/03/2026

Augusta Resources for Resilience, Opportunity, and Wellness- ARROW Project's Executive Director Sabrina Burress was featured on 29News WVIR this week highlighting the importance of mental health services for pregnant and postpartum individuals across the Commonwealth. As an It Takes a Village grantee, the ARROW Project provides both in-person and virtual counseling services as well as therapeutic and peer-led support groups to ensure pregnant and postpartum Virginians can find a resource that best meet their needs.

📺See the full story: https://www.29news.com/2026/03/01/doctors-advocates-work-improve-maternal-mental-health-across-virginia/

To make a referral to The ARROW Project: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScVfdRTMV-nlbfi9e_8wIvfhl2zbT7DVdbG1zOQifMlG2EPdw/viewform

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.

To see a full list of It Takes a Village providers: https://www.vhcf.org/ittakesavillage/

03/02/2026

March is Social Work Month!

VHCF is grateful for social workers and the meaningful impact they have on individuals, families, and communities across the Commonwealth. From the pre‑licensees in the Boost! program motivated to obtain licensure and provide mental health services, to leaders strengthening our safety net, to practicing Licensed Clinical Social Workers serving underserved Virginians, we appreciate all that you do. We’re proud to count one among our own staff, too!

Learn more about Boost!: https://www.vhcf.org/boost200/