HIMSS Foundation
Empowering future leaders to drive positive change.
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Supporting the next generation
Since 1996, The HIMSS Foundation has empowered the next generation of leaders, equipping them with educational and professional opportunities to drive positive change within the health tech ecosystem. Through $260,000+ in scholarships, two diversity-focused educational programs, grants, internships and externships, we’ve provided educational and professional opportunities to students pursuing their education in digital health, information and management systems.
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Our initiatives
Scholarships
We’re all about celebrating excellence in our student community. The HIMSS foundation offers scholarships that serve as stepping stones for future health information and technology leaders. These awards aren’t just about money — they’re about opening doors. Recipients receive financial awards and complimentary access to the HIMSS Global Health Conference and Exhibition (restrictions may apply). View previous recipients
For more information, email us.
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HIMSS Foundation Undergraduate and Graduate Scholarships
The HIMSS Foundation will award two $5,000 scholarships: one undergraduate and one graduate. Each recipient also receives paid registration to HIMSS27 (April 5–8, 2027, in Chicago) and travel support. Open to HIMSS student members enrolled in relevant accredited degree programs; undergraduate applicants must be at least first-term juniors when the award is made. Additional eligibility requirements apply.
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HIMSS chapter-specific scholarships
Many HIMSS chapters provide scholarships for HIMSS Student Members — contact your local chapter for availability and eligibility. Find your local chapter contact information here.
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Richard P. Covert, PhD, LFHIMSS Scholarship for Management Systems
We look forward to offering this scholarship in the future. Please check back for updates on upcoming opportunities and application details.
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Steve Lieber Innovator Scholarship
We look forward to offering this scholarship in the future. Please check back for updates on upcoming opportunities and application details.
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Internships
The HIMSS Foundation provides hands-on experiences for undergraduate and graduate students in areas like policy development, informatics and health association management to help advance their careers. Student applications are accepted on a rolling basis for the winter, summer and fall semesters.
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Public policy
The public policy internship program provides leadership and professional development experiences for undergraduate and graduate students interested in healthcare and public policy. Whether in the Washington D.C. office or remote, these internships offer unique opportunities to learn about federal and state governments and gain valuable work experience. For more information, email us.
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Grants
Through grant funding, the HIMSS Foundation provides opportunities for current and emerging professionals to diversify the digital health workforce.
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HIMSS Professional Certification Grant
The HIMSS Foundation and the HIMSS Global Health Equity Network have partnered to offer this grant to support underrepresented professionals, students, veterans, and veteran spouses in pursuit of health information and technology career advancement opportunities through the attainment of either the Certified Associate in Healthcare Information and Management Systems (CAHIMS®), the Certified Professional in Healthcare Information and Management Systems (CPHIMS®), or the Certified Professional in Digital Health Transformation Strategy (CPDHTS®) certification.
The application period for the 2027 HIMSS Foundation Professional Certification Grant Program is now open. Applications will be accepted through November 17 at 12pm CT.
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Featured news
November 4, 2026
Global Health Equity Week 2026: Turning Equity from Aspiration into Action
Since 2019, HIMSS has piloted Global Health Equity Week as an annual call to ensure that every advancement in digital health contributes to more equitable access, outcomes, and opportunity. On Nov. 9-13, HIMSS will unite leaders and advocates across the healthcare ecosystem to share knowledge and inspire collective action.
November 3, 2026
2027 HIMSS Scholarship Applications Now Open Through Nov. 17
Applications are now open for the 2027 HIMSS Scholarships, including the HIMSS Foundation Scholarships, providing students pursuing careers in health information and technology with financial support and opportunities to advance their education and professional development. Applications will be accepted through 12 p.m. CT on Nov. 17, 2026.
November 3, 2026
Fakeeh Care Group Achieves HIMSS EMRAM Stage 7 Validation Across All Four Hospitals
Fakeeh Care Group has achieved a significant milestone in its digital health transformation, with all four of its hospitals now validated at Stage 7 on the HIMSS Electronic Medical Record Adoption Model, the model's highest level of digital maturity.
October 29, 2026
Registration Opens for HIMSS27 Europe in Barcelona
Registration is now open for the 2027 HIMSS European Health Conference & Exhibition, taking place 8-10 June, 2027, in Barcelona, Spain, at the Barcelona International Convention Centre.
October 29, 2026
HIMSS Professional Certification Grant Member Spotlight: María Fernanda González Alvarez, MD, CPHIMS, Physician and Senior Manager, PwC México
We’re excited to feature Dr. María Fernanda González Alvarez, a recipient of the 2026 HIMSS Foundation Professional Certification Grant. In this spotlight, she shares what inspired her to pursue the CPHIMS® certification, the challenges she overcame, her international perspective on health tech and health equity, and how the HIMSS community has supported her professional goals.
October 27, 2026
ONC Reduces Regulatory Requirements for Health IT Developers in the HTI-5 Final Rule
The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology (ONC) made significant reductions in the number of annual reporting measures and certification criteria for health IT developers.
HIMSS Foundation news
November 4, 2026
Global Health Equity Week 2026: Turning Equity from Aspiration into Action
Since 2019, HIMSS has piloted Global Health Equity Week as an annual call to ensure that every advancement in digital health contributes to more equitable access, outcomes, and opportunity. On Nov. 9-13, HIMSS will unite leaders and advocates across the healthcare ecosystem to share knowledge and inspire collective action.
November 3, 2026
2027 HIMSS Scholarship Applications Now Open Through Nov. 17
Applications are now open for the 2027 HIMSS Scholarships, including the HIMSS Foundation Scholarships, providing students pursuing careers in health information and technology with financial support and opportunities to advance their education and professional development. Applications will be accepted through 12 p.m. CT on Nov. 17, 2026.
November 3, 2026
Fakeeh Care Group Achieves HIMSS EMRAM Stage 7 Validation Across All Four Hospitals
Fakeeh Care Group has achieved a significant milestone in its digital health transformation, with all four of its hospitals now validated at Stage 7 on the HIMSS Electronic Medical Record Adoption Model, the model's highest level of digital maturity.
October 29, 2026
Registration Opens for HIMSS27 Europe in Barcelona
Registration is now open for the 2027 HIMSS European Health Conference & Exhibition, taking place 8-10 June, 2027, in Barcelona, Spain, at the Barcelona International Convention Centre.
October 29, 2026
HIMSS Professional Certification Grant Member Spotlight: María Fernanda González Alvarez, MD, CPHIMS, Physician and Senior Manager, PwC México
We’re excited to feature Dr. María Fernanda González Alvarez, a recipient of the 2026 HIMSS Foundation Professional Certification Grant. In this spotlight, she shares what inspired her to pursue the CPHIMS® certification, the challenges she overcame, her international perspective on health tech and health equity, and how the HIMSS community has supported her professional goals.
October 27, 2026
ONC Reduces Regulatory Requirements for Health IT Developers in the HTI-5 Final Rule
The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology (ONC) made significant reductions in the number of annual reporting measures and certification criteria for health IT developers.
October 22, 2026
HIMSS Expands CAHIMS Eligibility to Health Informatics CTE Students
HIMSS has expanded eligibility for the Certified Associate in Healthcare Information and Management Systems certification, creating a new pathway for high school students preparing to enter the health information and technology workforce.
October 15, 2026
Registration Opens for the 2027 HIMSS Global Health Conference & Exhibition
The HIMSS Global Health Conference & Exhibition will bring the global health community to Chicago from April 5-8, 2027, for four days of education, innovation, collaboration and connection focused on transforming health together.
October 14, 2026
Call for Proposals Opens for HIMSS27 Europe
HIMSS has opened the Call for Proposals for the 2027 HIMSS European Health Conference & Exhibition, taking place 8-10 June, 2027, in Barcelona. Healthcare professionals, clinicians, technology leaders, policymakers, researchers, patient representatives and digital health innovators are invited to submit proposals that bring practical experience and fresh perspectives to some of healthcare’s most pressing challenges.
October 12, 2026
HIMSS Supports Data and Technology Solutions to Advance Maternal Health
HIMSS supports policies that strengthen maternal health data, improve interoperability and expand access to digital health tools as part of broader efforts to reduce preventable maternal deaths and improve outcomes for both mothers and babies.
October 8, 2026
Healthcare Experts Come Together to Shape HIMSS27 Europe Programme
HIMSS has assembled a diverse group of healthcare leaders, digital health experts, patient advocates and technology innovators to help shape the educational programme for the 2027 HIMSS European Health Conference & Exhibition, taking place June 8–10, 2027, in Barcelona, Spain.
October 8, 2026
HIMSS Foundation Opens 2027 Professional Certification Grant Applications
The HIMSS Foundation is opening applications for its 2027 Professional Certification Grant on Oct. 8, 2026, expanding access to professional credentials that can help advance careers in health information and technology.
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Giving
Your tax-deductible donation makes it possible for the HIMSS Foundation to provide grants, internships and scholarships to help prepare and educate future health tech leaders. The HIMSS Foundation is a not-for-profit corporation organized and operated exclusively for charitable, scientific or educational purposes within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986.
2025 HIMSS Foundation scholarship recipients
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Masters scholarship recipient
Bessy Lovos Davila
George Mason UniversityFairfax, VA
Major: Health Informatics
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Undergraduate scholarship recipient
Etana Israel
University of Nevada-Las Vegas Henderson, NV
Major: Bachelors of Science in Healthcare Administration and Policy
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