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In August, we convened a group of member and partner funders for a conversation around the anticipated impacts of OBBBA’s enshrinement into law. Particularly as it related to rural hospitals, communities, and systems level impacts, AFN partnered with subject matter experts at National Rural Health Association for a data rich presentation on where the nation, and the region, were at for that moment. Now, we look forward to what comes next. At the request of our members, we are continuing this members only conversation. PT II - The Rural Transformation Fund and Impacts to this Safeguard| October 24th at 2:30 PM EST. In this session you will: -- Understand how the Rural Health Transformation Fund blends Medicaid, public, and philanthropic dollars to strengthen rural health systems. --Explore initiatives in workforce, access, and technology that drive innovation and sustain essential care. -- Learn how philanthropy can play a catalytic role amid ongoing Medicaid cuts. PT III - Reports from the Ground: State Rural Health Associations| November 10 @ 2:30 PM EST. In this session, you will: -- Hear directly from state rural health associations that bridge policy, practice, and community. --Discover how these associations advance advocacy, coordination, and implementation at the state level. -- Identify opportunities for philanthropy to align and amplify impact across states. PT IV - Introspection, Insight, and Action (Group Debrief)| November 20 @ 2:30 PM EST. In this session, you will: -- Reflect on key insights and shared learning from the series. -- Discuss how members are applying lessons in their own work. -- Identify next steps for philanthropy’s role in sustaining rural health transformation.