The foundation paid special attention to critical feedback and suggestions for improvement and made significant changes.

An architect of state health reforms says they will be effective if policy leaders stay committed to the programs.

By bridging the worlds of traditional news gathering and community service, Madeleine Bair established an innovative participatory journalism model.

The fellows program supported the foundation's efforts to address systemic health inequities in California.

Federal funds cover more than 60% of California’s low-income health insurance plan. Losing even part of that money could result in cutbacks on care for kids or state tax hikes.

UC Davis has worked diligently for 15 years to increase the racial/ethnic diversity of its medical students, with the goal of improving health care for underserved populations in California.

An innovative startup removes obstacles that have slowed the licensing of sorely needed therapists. Listen to the Making Waves in Health Tech podcast to hear the full story.

Working with Medi-Cal managed care plans, PACE programs are offering a wider range of social supports to new populations.

The state's health insurance marketplace is investing $15 million in a population health initiative to improve the overall well-being of 1.8 million enrollees.

County residents support this low-barrier entry point to substance use treatment and mental health care.

The company uses an app to connect unhoused people to financial and social resources. Listen to the Making Waves in Tech podcast to learn more.

Eight visionary organizations are partnering with the California Health Care Foundation to create a safer, stronger health system for Black Californians.

An open letter to the CHCF community from Sandra R. Hernández, the foundation's President and CEO, about the impact of the election.

Sweeps cause patients to lose critical medications, identity documents, personal belongings, and even durable medical equipment. They harm people’s health, take an enormous emotional toll, and waste valuable health care resources, experts say.  

When more people vote, it leads to a more representative democracy that can better address the diverse health needs of all Californians.