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Find similar grantsUnsolicited Proposals is sponsored by California Health Care Foundation. The California Health Care Foundation (CHCF) accepts unsolicited funding requests from organizations working to improve health through health services and policy in California. Topics of interest include healthcare access, affordability, workforce, and Medi-Cal.
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Making an Unsolicited Request - California Health Care Foundation Making an Unsolicited Request - California Health Care Foundation For Grantees / Applicant Resources Making an Unsolicited Request Most of CHCF’s grants are solicited or awarded through a competitive request for proposals. However, unsolicited letters of inquiry are also accepted by the foundation.
If you are submitting an unsolicited request, please follow the instructions below. If you are interested in a program-related investment, please follow the application instructions outlined by the CHCF Innovation Fund . Review CHCF’s strategic goals , the list of what we don’t fund , and our previously awarded grants, to ensure that your request is aligned with the foundation’s work.
To submit a letter of inquiry (LOI), please send an email to CHCF Grants Administration and include the following: A brief description of the proposed project A description of how the project fits with the work of the foundation, including the specific strategic goal that applies There are no due dates for LOIs, and we will generally respond within six to eight weeks.
CHCF generally does not fund: Capital or endowment campaigns Construction, purchase, or renovation of facilities Annual appeals or fundraising events Basic biomedical research Requests that benefit an individual Organizations outside of the US Grantseekers may wish to continue their research for funding sources through the Foundation Center by Candid , which offers many resources, including a searchable foundation directory and online librarian.
These and many other resources are also available through the Foundation Center’s library in New York and at Funding Information Network locations around the US.
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Organizations working to improve health through health services and policy, with projects relevant to California healthcare delivery issues. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Not Disclosed (varies by project) Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is rolling deadlines or periodic funding windows. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
Federal grant success rates typically range from 10-30%, varying by agency and program. Build a strong proposal with clear objectives, measurable outcomes, and a well-justified budget to improve your chances.
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CHCF Health Care Leadership Program (Cohort 26) is a fellowship from the California Health Care Foundation that trains clinically trained health care professionals to become effective health system leaders. The two-year, part-time program provides the experience, skills, and network necessary for leadership in California's health care system. Up to 32 physicians, behavioral health professionals, nurses, and other clinicians are accepted per cohort. Eligible applicants are clinically trained health care professionals living and working in California with demonstrated leadership experience. The application deadline for Cohort 26 is June 30, 2026.
The California Health Care Foundation Unsolicited Proposals program accepts letters of inquiry from organizations working to improve health care access, affordability, workforce, and Medi-Cal in California. While most CHCF grants are awarded through competitive requests for proposals, the Foundation also considers unsolicited requests aligned with its strategic priorities. Focus areas include improving health care access and affordability, strengthening the health care workforce, and advancing Medi-Cal program quality. Organizations interested in program-related investments should follow the CHCF Innovation Fund application process. Eligible applicants are organizations working on California health care improvement with a strong track record of delivering specific outcomes.