Delta Dental of Oklahoma Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Established in 1998, the Foundation serves as the philanthropic arm of Delta Dental of Oklahoma, a not-for-profit dental benefits provider. The Foundation is dedicated to improving oral health access and education across Oklahoma through strategic grantmaking and community programs.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$10.4M
+41.9% YoY
Annual Giving
$2.5M
+22.2% YoY
Grant Count
25
-3.8% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$101K
+27.1% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
The Foundation's mission is to improve the oral health of all Oklahomans. The organization positions itself at the heart of benevolent dentistry in the state, focusing on:
- Dental Care Access: Funding free and low-cost dental clinics and services, particularly in underserved inner-city and rural communities
- Dental Education: Supporting the OU College of Dentistry and dental student scholarships
- Oral Health Education: Developing and distributing educational programs and resources for children and the public
- Dental Safety Net: Connecting people in need with volunteer resources and dental services
Grantmaking
The Foundation awarded **$3,481,304 in grants in 2025** to support 64 free and low-cost dental care programs, clinics, dental education programs, and oral health initiatives statewide. Ten new grantees were added in this funding cycle.
Grant Types
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The Foundation funds programs and initiatives statewide throughout Oklahoma, with a particular emphasis on underserved rural and inner-city communities.
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Recent Financial Data (2024)
- Total Revenue: $6,971,796
- Total Expenses: $3,945,223
- Total Assets: $10,377,037
Historical Data (2023)
- Revenue: $8.3M
- Expenses: $2.92M
- Total Assets: $7.32M
- Total Liabilities: $29.5k
Cumulative Impact
Since its inception 25 years ago, the Foundation has distributed more than $35 million to programs across Oklahoma aimed at providing oral health education and dental care to those in need.
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $10,377,037 | $7,315,162 | $2,264,482 |
| Revenue | $6,971,796 | $8,300,189 | $1,007,560 |
| Expenses | $3,945,223 | $2,919,360 | $2,493,754 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $21,796 | $189 | $89 |
| 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
135 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
1 open opportunity from Delta Dental of Oklahoma Foundation
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
No grants recorded for .
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
- John Gladden: Chairman, President and CEO of Delta Dental of Oklahoma
- Terrisa Singleton: Foundation Director
- Paul M. Mullasseril, D.D.S., M.S.: Dean of the OU College of Dentistry (partner organization)
The Foundation operates with 7 employees as of 2024.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| DR ANDREW MINNIGH | CHAIRMAN | 1 | — |
| DR TOMMY MAYHUE | TREASURER/SECRETARY (THRU 5/2024) | 1 | — |
| GEAN ATKINSON | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| DR ROSS ALLEN | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| DR STEVE BERKLACY | TREASURER/SECRETARY | 1 | — |
| DR DEBORAH CORWIN | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| DR LYMAN COLIN FOSTER | BOARD MEMBER (THRU 5/2024) | 1 | — |
| DAVID GREENWELL | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| BRAD HOGAN | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| DR MICHAEL HOWL | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| DR JEREMY JOHNSON | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| JOY SWANSON LABAR | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| WILLIAM CARLISLE MABREY IV | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| MICHAEL MCCULLOUGH | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| DR MICHAEL MCLEOD | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| MIKE MEANS | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| DANNY RAMSEY | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| KATHY SNYDER | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| JOHN GLADDEN | PRESIDENT AND CEO AND VICE CHAIR | 1 | — |
| TERRISA SINGLETON | DIRECTOR | 40 | $117,757 |
| TANIA GRAHAM | CHIEF OPERATING & PRIVACY OFFICER | 1 | — |
| DAVID JONES | CHIEF INFORMATION & SECURITY OFFICER | 1 | — |
| LAN MILLER | CHIEF SALES OFFICER | 1 | — |
| ASHLEY ALBRIGHT | CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER | 1 | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
The Foundation announced $3,481,304 in funding to 64 nonprofits, programs, and initiatives. Leadership emphasized the Foundation's commitment to lowering barriers to dental care and supporting the dental safety net across Oklahoma.
Delta Dental of Oklahoma Foundation awards $3.4M in grants**MouthScience Education Program**: A free science curriculum available to 3rd-6th grade teachers in Oklahoma that demonstrates the importance of oral hygiene and healthy food and drink choices through hands-on experiments, specifically the "Power of pH" activity showing acid and sugar levels in common beverages.
**Captain Supertooth**: A live educational character visit program available to Pre-K through 3rd grade students statewide.
**Free Mouthguard Distribution**: Each spring, the Foundation distributes free mouthguards to athletes ages 18 and under participating in school sports or organized leagues in Oklahoma, addressing sports-related dental injuries.
Delta Dental of Oklahoma Foundation awards $3.4M in grants**New Clinic Launch**: The Foundation launched Moore's first free dental clinic, expanding access to dental care in the community.
Delta Dental of Oklahoma Foundation awards $3.4M in grantsSubject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
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Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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