Delta Dental Future Workforce Fund Grant

The Delta Dental Future Workforce Fund, launched in 2023, dedicates up to $1 million annually to inspire school-aged children to pursue careers in oral health. By funding innovative solutions and scalable models, the initiative aims to increase youth interest in professions such as dentistry and hygiene. Eligible applicants include 501(c)(3) organizations, private businesses, and non-profit entities focused on addressing barriers to oral health careers. Previous awardees may reapply if they continue to meet eligibility criteria.

Launched in 2023, the Delta Dental Future Workforce Fund invests up to $1 million annually in comprehensive solutions, innovative pilots, and scalable models that inspire school-aged children from a variety of experiences and backgrounds to pursue a career in oral health.
Delta Dental seeks submissions that address the following:

• Identify solutions to increase the number of youth interested in pursuing oral health careers targeted toward school-aged children.

We are continuing to invest in comprehensive solutions, innovative pilots, developed ideas, or proven, scalable models that address barriers that many students face in pursuing careers in oral health.
In 2025, the Fund will once again support programs that inspire school-aged children to consider professional opportunities in oral health – including careers as dentists, orthodontists and other specialists, hygienists, technicians, and more.

Eligibility

U.S.-domestic entity as defined by:501(c)(3) organizationPrivate business such as a corporationLimited or general partnershipNon-profit educational, government, and tribal entitiesPrevious awardees can also apply again if the organization and program continues to meet the eligibility requirements.

Ineligibility

Ineligible entities include Delta Dental member companies and staff; Non-U.S. entities; and individuals.