About SGF
The State General Fund (SGF) Program supplies limited vaccines to prevent respiratory illness as a safety net for vulnerable Californians by bridging gaps left by federal programs. Vaccines are made available to local health departments and then shared with external partners. Depending on funding, vaccine offering may vary.
Available Vaccines
Primarily seasonal influenza vaccines, but funds might also cover other vaccines for outbreaks or specific needs. See Vaccine and Clinic Eligibility Guidelines by Funding Source (PDF).
Patient Eligibility
Patients of all ages without restrictions. However, vaccines should be directed primarily to uninsured and underserved adults since other sources (e.g., Vaccines for Children, Medi-Cal, or private insurance) cover vaccines for most populations. These guidelines may be revised in the event of a vaccine shortage.
Qualifying Providers
Candidates for enrollment are typically licensed as
- State-licensed Community Health Centers
- Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC), Rural Health Centers (RHC)
- Health Department and CDPH Approved Health Department Authorized Sites (HDAS)
- Private provider
- School-based clinic
Enrollment
SGF is not accepting applications for enrollment at this time. Eligible providers will be notified when program enrollment re-opens.
Providers should contact their local health department to get started.
Recertification
Starting 2026, provider recertification occurs each year in summer. Providers sign and agree to updated requirements to maintain their active accounts and order no-cost vaccines. Look for annual program letters and other communications that guide providers through all aspects of the recertification process.
Withdrawing from SGF
Providers may voluntarily withdraw from any vaccine program (PDF) and terminate their provider agreement at any time. Providers must return publicly supplied vaccines to CDPH or transfer them to an approved provider location.
FAQs
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How does the program work?
The California State Legislature allocates funds from the State General Fund for the purchase of vaccines. CDPH purchases limited vaccines and distributes them to local health departments who allocate them to a provider network of approved community providers (e.g., public clinics, community health centers, etc.) who meet specific training, storage, and reporting requirements.
How do providers benefit?
No-cost vaccines help providers prevent respiratory illness in patients who may be uninsured and living in hard-to-reach communities.
How do providers access SGF vaccine?
Local health departments are encouraged to distribute influenza vaccine to outside partners that reach uninsured adults to ensure vaccine access to hard-to-reach communities. Health departments are expected to ensure that providers follow storage and handling recommendations and have the authority to remove and redirect vaccines if there are vaccine shortages or if providers are not complying with program requirements.
Who determines which vaccines are supplied by SGF?
With limited funding, CDPH prioritizes vaccines to prevent respiratory illness or vaccines in response to outbreak events as needed.
Who determines immunization recommendations for the SGF Program?
Assembly Bill (AB) 144 (2025-26) was signed into law to ensure Californias have continued access to preventive care services, including immunizations. Passage of AB 144, and in accordance with California Health & Safety Code section 120164, gives CDPH authority to make immunization recommendations for California. CDPH immunization recommendations can be found on the Public Health for All website.