Dental Health Grants

Last updated July 2, 2026

There are currently 256 active dental health grants in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from federal, state and foundation sources and updated daily.

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Investing in Dental Care Technology: Grants to Improve Rural Dental Efficiency and Access
July 27, 2026
Varies
Delta Dental of Kentucky Foundation Grant Funding Program
August 1, 2026
Varies
U.P. Health Impact Grants
September 3, 2026
Varies
Fall Mini Grant
September 30, 2026
Varies
General Grants Program
October 1, 2026
Varies
Smiles for Kids
October 31, 2026
Up to $5K
Dentist Loan Repayment For Service Program
November 1, 2026
$5K – $125K
Dentist Loan Repayment For Service Program
November 1, 2026
$5K – $125K
DTA Foundation Grant Program
November 30, 2026
Varies
G.E.H.A Solutions Oral Health Access Scholarship
December 7, 2026
$20K – $50K
G.E.H.A Solutions Oral Health Access Scholarship
December 7, 2026
$20K – $50K
Southern Heights Dental Group Scholarship
April 30, 2027
Varies
MDA Foundation Grants
May 1, 2027
$5K – $50K
ADA Humanitarian Award
May 1, 2027
$10K
NIDCR Behavioral and Social Intervention Clinical Trial Planning and Implementation Cooperative Agreement (UG3/UH3 Clinical Trial Required)
January 6, 2028
Up to $50M
NIDCR Dentist Scientist Career Transition Award for Intramural Investigators (K22 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
January 7, 2028
Varies
NIDCR Small Grant Program for New Investigators (R03 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
January 7, 2028
Varies
Dr. Gale Kloeffler Award
Rolling
Varies
Dr. Arthur A. Dugoni Faculty Award
Rolling
Varies
IADR Gold Medal Award
Rolling
Varies
Student Loan Repayment Grant
Rolling
Varies
Access to Care Grants Program
Rolling
$16.3M
Dental School Wellness Grant
Rolling
Varies
IADR Innovation in Oral Care Awards
Rolling
$50K

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About dental health grants

Dental health grants fund clinics, mobile programs, school-based care, and oral-health education that expand access for underserved and uninsured patients. Major funders include dental-industry foundations such as the Delta Dental community foundations and the CareQuest Institute for Oral Health, along with the ADA Foundation and Henry Schein Cares. Federally qualified health centers funded by HRSA also integrate oral-health services on a sliding-fee basis.

Dental Health Grants by state

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Frequently Asked Questions

What grants are available for dental health programs?

Grants support free and low-cost dental clinics, mobile and school-based dental care, oral-health education, equipment, and access-to-care initiatives for underserved communities. Funding ranges from small community mini-grants to larger access-to-care awards from dental foundations. Nonprofits, clinics, and community organizations with a clear focus on oral-health equity are the most common applicants.

Who funds dental care for low-income communities?

Dental-industry foundations are leading funders, including the Delta Dental community foundations, which award access-to-care and community grants, and the CareQuest Institute for Oral Health, which focuses on oral-health equity and systemic change. The ADA Foundation and Henry Schein Cares Foundation also support access programs. Federally qualified health centers funded by HRSA deliver oral-health services as part of integrated primary care.

How can a nonprofit apply for dental grants?

Define a clear access-to-care model, such as a free clinic, mobile unit, or school program, and gather data on the underserved population you'll reach, since funders prioritize oral-health equity. Confirm 501(c)(3) status and research regional Delta Dental foundations and national oral-health funders whose geographies match yours. Partnering with a health center or leveraging donated provider time and equipment can strengthen both your application and sustainability.

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