About the Foundation

To improve access to quality health care for all North Carolinians through clinician leadership, partnership, and purpose-driven investment.

Who We Are

The North Carolina Medical Society Foundation (NCMSF) is the philanthropic arm of the North Carolina Medical Society. Established in 1966, the Foundation was created to complement the advocacy and professional support work of NCMS by focusing on long-term solutions that expand access to care and strengthen the clinician workforce.

Grounded in the trust of North Carolina’s clinician community, NCMSF connects medicine, philanthropy, and community impact to address healthcare challenges statewide.

What We Believe

Health and well-being should be within reach for every North Carolinian. By supporting clinicians and their health care teams through education, leadership, and collaboration, we expand access to quality health care, strengthen communities, and advance health equity across our state.

Our Mission

To improve access to quality health care for all North Carolinians.

Our Vision

A healthier North Carolina where all people have access to quality health care and clinicians are supported as leaders in advancing community well-being.

A Legacy of Impact Since 1966

Since its founding, the Foundation has invested in educational loan repayment, developed leadership programs for healthcare professionals, and incubated initiatives that respond to emerging health care needs across North Carolina.

As the health care landscape evolves, NCMSF continues to serve as a catalyst — identifying gaps, piloting solutions, and building partnerships that create sustainable, long-term impact.

How We Improve Access to Care

Our work is guided by clear priorities that strengthen health care across North Carolina:

Expanding access to quality care statewide

Advancing health equity and addressing disparities

Investing in the clinician workforce through scholarships and loan repayment

Developing health care leaders at every stage of their careers

Building partnerships that drive innovative, community-centered solutions

Our Values

Equity

We address disparities and advance fair access to care

Integrity

We act ethically, transparently, and responsibly.

Service

We commit to improving North Carolinians’ health.

Collaboration

We work alongside clinicians, communities, and partners.

Excellence

We pursue excellence in medicine, education, and leadership.

Stewardship

We steward resources responsibly in service of North Carolinians.

Improving Access to Quality Health Care Across North Carolina

The Foundation fulfills its mission through a combination of ongoing Signature Programs and targeted Strategic Initiatives. Together, these efforts strengthen the clinician workforce, support health care practices, and expand access to quality care statewide.

Across both Signature Programs and Strategic Initiatives, the Foundation remains focused on one outcome: improving access to quality health care for all North Carolinians.

Signature Programs

Our Signature Programs are ongoing, clinician-focused efforts that provide direct support, leadership development, and long-term investment in North Carolina’s health care system.

Through scholarships, educational loan repayment, leadership training, and collaborative partnerships, our Signature Programs deliver measurable impact year after year.

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Strategic Initiatives

In addition to our ongoing programs, the Foundation advances targeted initiatives that reflect emerging needs and long-term priorities in education, leadership, and community health.

Through these initiatives, NCMSF serves as a catalyst — identifying gaps, piloting solutions, and helping build sustainable models that advance health equity and community well-being.

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