Program Overview

The AAFP Foundation provides one scholarship for a family medicine resident to be part of the Family Medicine Cares International Delegation. The 2026 Delegation to the Dominican Republic is February 7-14, 2026.

This scholarship covers the following expenses:

• Travel to the Dominican Republic and in-country, including housing and food.
• Scholars will give a presentation on the experience at AAFP FUTURE (formerly National Conference), and expenses will be covered as part of the travel scholarship.

Application Details and Important Dates

We encourage all to apply and those committed to supporting global health efforts and reflect the rich diversity of the specialty and the patients served.

Please review requirements/criteria and FMCI delegation overview. 

The application period is open from June 1 to August 31, 2025.

Applicant notification is October 1, 2025.

For questions, please contact Veronica Roberts at (800) 274-2237, ext. 6239.