May 7, 2026
The MMA Foundation is launching a pilot Healthiest State in the Nation Grant Program to support a small number of high-impact, physician-led or physician-informed projects that advance community health across Minnesota.
Projects may be new or existing initiatives but must represent a discrete effort or expansion that can be completed within the one-year grant period.
This program reflects the Foundation’s role as the MMA’s philanthropic partner - supporting physician-led solutions that improve health outcomes, and advance the shared goal of making Minnesota the healthiest state and best place to practice.
Up to two projects will be funded in 2026 (up to $5,000 each). This is an invitation-based program, with nominations submitted by MMA and MMA Foundation leadership. Nominations are due June 1.
The Foundation also offers a regional funding opportunity for physician-engaged projects serving communities in Stearns and Benton counties.
For more information or to discuss a potential nomination, contact the MMA Foundation.
September 17, 2026
Dozens of Allina Health physicians at Mercy Hospital in Coon Rapids and its Unity campus in Fridley, went on strike Monday, September 14, through Thursday, September 17.
September 17, 2026
At its September 14 meeting, the MMA Board of Trustees (BOT) approved the organization’s advocacy priorities for 2027.
September 17, 2026
The MMA joined the AMA and 49 other state medical associations in urging Congress to pass H.R. 9693, the "Patients First Act," which would reform the Medicare physician payment system.