Physicians for a Healthy California (PHC), in partnership with the University of California, is pleased to announce that the FY 2025–26 CalMedForce and CalMedForce+ grant cycle is now open.

This year, thanks to new funding from Proposition 35, eligibility has expanded to include other high-need specialties , plus more funding for primary care programs (family medicine, pediatrics, internal medicine, obstetrics/gynecology, and emergency medicine) historically funded through Proposition 56. Residency and fellowship programs may apply for funding to support new, existing, or expanding positions (depending on specialty).

• Proposition 56 funding ($23M): Open to family medicine, internal medicine, pediatrics, OB/GYN, and emergency medicine residency programs. Eligible program types: new, expanding, and existing positions.
• Proposition 35 funding ($75M): Open to high-need specialties, including fellowships. Eligible program types: new and expanding positions.

Graduate medical education (GME) programs across California are encouraged to apply.

Applicants are urged to begin early and take advantage of available resources, including the Application Checklist at CalMedForce.org and our applicant webinars and office hours. Please share this opportunity with colleagues. To receive updates on funding opportunities, email CalMedForce@phcdocs.org with “subscribe” in the subject line.

Key Dates

• September 4, 2025: Application cycle opens – begin your application at CalMedForce.org.
• September 22, 2025: Applicant webinars – step-by-step guidance on the application.
• September 9 or October 3, 2025: Office Hours – one-on-one support from CalMedForce staff.
• October 8, 2025 (7 p.m. PT): Application deadline – late submissions will not be accepted.

For more information, visit CalMedForce.org.