Who We Are
Founded in 1993, California Schools VEBA (CalVEBA) is a joint labor-management trust established by the County Office of Education, employee associations, and district management that innovates health care purchasing, manages rising costs, and improves care access for members and their families.
As the fourth largest health care purchaser in California, we:
- Provide benefits for nearly 160,000 members
- Partner with more than 70 public sector employers
What We Do
Through our collective purchasing power, we negotiate better rates and benefits on behalf of our members, ensuring stability, choice, and innovation in health care. Our approach goes beyond traditional coverage. Our core identity is deeply rooted in our unwavering commitment to our members and their families. Members are at the heart of everything we do. We meet people where they are, delivering accessible, high-quality services and resources designed to fit their lives. This commitment drives us to create solutions that strengthen and support our shared member community.
Our Mission
To build strong communities through a healthy, engaged, and emboldened membership that enjoys a total state of well-being.
Our Values
We believe that health is universal
We are committed to breaking down the barriers of achieving optimal health because everyone deserves access to quality care.
We value people and promote equity, always
We are in the business of people and embrace unique perspectives, backgrounds, and situations.
Our members are the purpose behind everything we do
As a non-profit trust, we do the right thing, for the right reason, every single time.
We believe there is a better way
We work tirelessly to build an integrated health care system that delivers on each individual’s personalized needs at an affordable cost.