Family Medicine Interest Groups (FMIGs) give medical students opportunities to explore family medicine beyond the classroom through hands-on clinical experiences, educational programming, and connections with family physicians.

MAFP partners with FMIGs across Michigan to support programming, speakers, and events that introduce students to the many opportunities within family medicine.

Questions about FMIGs? Email [email protected] to connect.

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Supporting the Future of Family Medicine

Since the 2012–13 academic year, the Family Medicine Foundation of Michigan has invested in student-led experiences that strengthen interest in family medicine across Michigan.

$75,115

Total Funding Awarded

71

FMIG Grants Awarded

Figures reflect FMIG funding awarded from the 2012–13 through 2026–27 academic years. Each grant represents an award to an FMIG at a Michigan medical school.

Family Medicine Foundation of Michigan FMIG Funding Initiative

Through its FMIG Funding Initiative, the Family Medicine Foundation of Michigan (FMFM), MAFP's philanthropic arm, provides grants to Family Medicine Interest Groups at Michigan medical schools. This funding supports student-led activities that increase exposure to family medicine, develop clinical skills, and connect students with practicing family physicians.

Apply for FMIG Funding

FMIGs at Michigan medical schools are encouraged to apply for Foundation funding to support educational programming, clinical skills workshops, and student engagement activities.

2026–27 Funding Cycle: Applications are closed. Information about the next funding cycle, including application instructions and deadlines, will be posted when available.

Questions about FMIG funding? Contact [email protected].

FMIG Funding in Action

FMIGs bring family medicine to life through educational events, hands-on clinical skills workshops, and opportunities to learn directly from practicing family physicians. Foundation funding helps student leaders create experiences that may not otherwise be available through their medical school curriculum.

Medical students participating in an FMIG clinical skills activity
Medical students participating in a hands-on FMIG educational activity

These experiences help students explore the breadth of family medicine, build practical skills, and develop relationships with physicians and peers who share their interest in the specialty.

Family Medicine Interest Groups in Michigan

Family Medicine Interest Groups at medical schools across Michigan provide students with opportunities to explore family medicine, participate in educational experiences, and connect with practicing family physicians.

  • Covenant Healthcare College of Medicine at Central Michigan University
  • Michigan State University College of Human Medicine (Lansing, Grand Rapids, and Flint)
  • Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
  • Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine
  • University of Michigan Medical School
  • Wayne State University School of Medicine
  • Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine

Additional FMIG Funding Opportunities

AAFP Family Medicine Student Organization Grant Program

Supported by the American Academy of Family Physicians and AAFP Foundation, this program funds medical student groups working to grow and diversify the family medicine workforce and advance primary care.

Two funding streams are available:

  • Core grant funding supports regular Family Medicine Interest Group operations.
  • Special grant funding supports new or expanded events, projects, and programs.

Visit AAFP for current application details, deadlines, and eligibility requirements.

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