Delta Dental Fund
Delta Dental Fund (also known as Delta Dental Foundation) is a nonprofit charitable organization based in Lansing, Michigan, serving as the philanthropic arm of Delta Dental of Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, and North Carolina. Established in 1980, the organization is designated as a 501(c)(3) entity and focuses on improving oral health through grantmaking, research support, education, and community programs.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$139.2M
+9.8% YoY
Annual Giving
$4.6M
-25.7% YoY
Grant Count
83
+23.9% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$55K
-40.0% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
Delta Dental Fund's mission is to improve the oral health of the public and to advance dental science and the dental profession through research and education.
The organization aligns its grantmaking under five strategic aims:
- Access to care — ensuring fair and just opportunities for high-quality dental care across the lifespan
- Advocacy — advancing oral health equity
- Education — promoting dental education and awareness
- Emerging initiatives — developing innovative approaches to oral health challenges
- Workforce development — diversifying the dental profession and enhancing provider capacity
A cornerstone of the organization's work is oral health equity for people with disabilities. The fund recognizes that access to a dentist alone is insufficient for many communities historically or systemically exposed to inequities, and works to provide comprehensive resources and support for underserved populations.
Grantmaking
The organization offers multiple grant programs with typical awards ranging from $5,820 to $2,000,000.
Grant Types
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Delta Dental Fund primarily serves:
- Michigan
- Ohio
- Indiana
- North Carolina
The organization also operates Smile Help Now, a resource that connects individuals to dentists in Michigan, Ohio, and Indiana who provide no- or low-cost care, charge on a sliding-fee scale, or accept Medicaid.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Assets: $139,209,890 (most recent data)
Annual Giving: $7,500,000 invested in the past year
Historical Financial Data:
- Total assets (2013): $53,614,047
- Annual income (2013): $16,843,297
- Form 990 revenue (2013): $8,250,697
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $139,209,890 | $126,821,824 | $117,928,292 |
| Revenue | $10,702,008 | $5,160,509 | $9,734,440 |
| Expenses | $7,741,399 | $9,323,411 | $8,964,456 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $8,027,008 | $2,651,962 | $5,322,680 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
250 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
10 open opportunities from Delta Dental Fund
Conference Scholarships
Delta Dental Fund
Amount
Varies
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Delta Dental Foundation General Grants
Delta Dental Fund
Amount
Varies
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Delta Dental Foundation: Community Mini-Grants
Delta Dental Fund
Amount
Up to US $10,000
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include American Dental Hygentists Association ($444,500), Mcmillen Center for Health Education ($353,624), High Point University ($180,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 500 Festival Inc INDIANAPOLIS, IN | GENERAL GRANT | $10,000 |
| ADVANCE COMMUNITY HEALTH INC RALEIGH, NC | GENERAL GRANT | $5,820 |
| AMERICAN DENTAL HYGENTISTS ASSOCIATION CHICAGO, IL | GENERAL GRANT | $444,500 |
| BASHOR CHILDRENS HOME GOSHEN, IN | GENERAL GRANT | $14,585 |
| CATHERINE'S HEALTH CENTER GRAND RAPIDS, MI | GENERAL GRANT | $9,517 |
| CENTERS FOR FAMILIES AND CHILDREN CLEVELAND, OH | GENERAL GRANT | $22,710 |
| CHRIST CHURCH CRANBROOK BLOOMFIELD HILLS, MI | GENERAL GRANT | $10,000 |
| CITY OF IRONWOOD IRONWOOD, MI | GENERAL GRANT | $47,700 |
| COLUMBUS COMMUNITY HOST GROUP POWELL, OH | GENERAL GRANT | $10,000 |
| COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY OF COLUM LISBON, OH | GENERAL GRANT | $10,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| FAIYAZ N SYED MD MPH | VICE CHAIR | 1 | $2,000 |
| GORAN M JURKOVIC CPA | PRESIDENT & BOARD TRUSTEE | 1 | — |
| KELLY JUBB SCHEIDERER RHIA MHA | CHAIR | 1 | $2,500 |
| ANTHONY O WILLIAMS JD | TRUSTEE | 1 | $1,500 |
| CAROLE SIMONETTI WATKINS | TRUSTEE | 1 | $1,000 |
| ELAINE LOYACK | TRUSTEE | 1 | — |
| JOHN A BREZA DDS | TRUSTEE | 1 | $500 |
| JOSEPH C HARRIS DDS | TRUSTEE | 1 | $500 |
| LARRY DEGROAT DDS | TRUSTEE | 1 | $1,500 |
| RAYMOND FRED GIST DDS | TRUSTEE | 1 | $2,000 |
| STEPHEN A EKLUND DDS MHSA DRPH | TRUSTEE | 1 | $2,000 |
| SUNCICA TRAVAN DDS MS | TRUSTEE | 1 | $2,000 |
| VINOD MIRYALA BDS MPH CAGS DDS | TRUSTEE | 1 | $2,000 |
| AMY L BASEL CPA | CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER | 1 | — |
| DR HOLLI SEABURY | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 10 | — |
| ERIN DULING CPA | TREASURER | 1 | — |
| JORDAN G LEAMING | SECRETARY | 1 | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
**Community Impact:**
Donated 180,000 toothbrushes
Impacted 1,000,000 lives through programs and services
**Notable Initiatives:**
Supported programs providing oral health education in braille for toddlers with blindness and low vision, addressing sensory and accessibility barriers to dental care
Delta Dental of Idaho Awards Grants to Strengthen Oral Health Across theFunded mobile dental clinics for minority-led Michigan dental health providers
Delta Dental of Idaho Awards Grants to Strengthen Oral Health Across theInvested $5 million in the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy to build a five-acre playground
**Program Focus:**
The organization has emphasized training providers in inclusive dentistry practices and funding projects that address the unique needs of people with disabilities, recognizing that standard oral hygiene practices can present significant challenges for individuals with sensory preferences or physical limitations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Delta Dental Fund fund?
Delta Dental Fund's mission is to improve the oral health of the public and to advance dental science and the dental profession through research and education. The organization aligns its grantmaking under five strategic aims: • **Access to care** — ensuring fair and just opportunities for high-quality dental care across the lifespan • **Advocacy** — advancing oral health equity • **Education** — promoting dental education and awareness • **Emerging initiatives** — developing innovative approac…
How do I apply for a grant from Delta Dental Fund?
The organization offers multiple grant programs with typical awards ranging from $5,820 to $2,000,000. **Active grant opportunities include:** • Community Mini-Grants • In-Kind Dental Donation Requests • Grant Opportunities for Oral Health Access, Education, and Research • Smiles for Kids Grant Program **Specific research and education programs:** • **Dental Master's Thesis Award Program** — offers up to $3,000 to cover costs associated with conducting master's thesis research with direct relev…
Where does Delta Dental Fund make grants?
Delta Dental Fund primarily serves: • Michigan • Ohio • Indiana • North Carolina The organization also operates Smile Help Now, a resource that connects individuals to dentists in Michigan, Ohio, and Indiana who provide no- or low-cost care, charge on a sliding-fee scale, or accept Medicaid.
What size grants does Delta Dental Fund award?
In 2024, Delta Dental Fund awarded 83 grants totaling $4.6M — an average of about $55K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Delta Dental Fund's EIN?
Delta Dental Fund's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 38-2337000. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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