Dental Health Grants
Last updated October 12, 2026
Grantable tracks 266 active dental health grants in its free grants database, drawn from federal, state and foundation sources and updated daily. 10 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 136 list an award amount, with a median of $20K.
- Grants tracked
- 266
- from 126 funders
- Median award
- $20K
- middle half $5,000–$100K
- Total listed funding
- $39.5M
- across 136 grants that list an amount
- Rolling deadlines
- 11
- 19 with a published date
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| ★ | Grant |
|---|---|
| Smiles for Kids Delta Dental of North Carolina · Foundation ~October · Up to $5K | |
| Dentist Loan Repayment For Service Program Delta Dental of South Dakota Foundation · Foundation ~November · $5K – $125K Provides financial assistance for student loan repayment to new dentists who agree to serve a selected percentage of Medicaid-insured patients in their practice in South Dakota. If participant fails to fulfill service commitment: | |
| Dentist Loan Repayment For Service Program Delta Dental of South Dakota · Foundation ~November · $5K – $125K Include government, commercial and foundation loans for: Do not include: Home equity, business or personal loans from individuals Connie Halverson, Vice President of Public Benefit | |
| DTA Foundation Grant Program Dental Trade Alliance Foundation · Foundation ~November · Varies Email: jackiemichaels@dentaltradealliance.org | |
| Dental Trade Alliance Foundation Grants Dental Trade Alliance Foundation · Foundation ~November · Varies The Dental Trade Alliance Foundation funds oral health projects, with a particular interest in pilot projects that break new ground. Grant applications are open and close November 30, 2026. | |
| G.E.H.A Solutions Oral Health Access Scholarship Roy James Rinehart Memorial Foundation · Foundation ~December · $20K – $50K Richard Bigham, Assistant Dean for Students Programs | |
| G.E.H.A Solutions Oral Health Access Scholarship Umkc Dental Alumni Association Univ of Mo-KC School of Dentistry · Foundation ~December · $20K – $50K Supported through a partnership with the UMKC School of Dentistry, the Rinehart Foundation, and G.E.H.A Solutions, this scholarship supports students committed to improving oral health access within underserved communities. | |
| Dental Safety Net Grant Program Dept of Health Grants · State Dec 14, 2026 · Varies Supports nonprofit organizations providing free or reduced-cost oral health care to low-income uninsured patients and those covered by Medical Assistance or MinnesotaCare. | |
| Southern Heights Dental Group Scholarship Faribault Foundation Inc · Foundation ~April · Varies A scholarship offered in memory of Dr. Ted J. Erickson (1948 – 2022). Dr. Erickson was a dental professional who loved his work, the communities he served, and the many clients he met whom he called friends. | |
| MDA Foundation Grants Michigan Dental Association Foundation · Foundation ~May · $5K – $50K Since 2005, the MDA Foundation has awarded over $804,500 in access-to-care grants to organizations throughout Michigan. | |
| ADA Humanitarian Award American Dental Association · Foundation ~May · $10K Recognition open to member dentists who have distinguished themselves by giving a minimum of 10 years to improving oral health of underserved populations in the United States. | |
| NIDCR Behavioral and Social Intervention Clinical Trial Planning and Implementation Cooperative Agreement (UG3/UH3 Clinical Trial Required) National Institutes of Health · Federal Jan 6, 2028 · Up to $500K The purpose of this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) is to encourage UG3/UH3 phased cooperative agreement research applications to plan and implement behavioral and social intervention clinical trials. | |
| NIDCR Small Grant Program for New Investigators (R03 Clinical Trial Not Allowed) National Institutes of Health · Federal Jan 7, 2028 · Varies This NIDCR Small Grant Program for New Investigators supports basic and clinical research conducted by scientists who are in the early stages of establishing an independent research career in oral, dental and craniofacial research. | |
| NIDCR Dentist Scientist Career Transition Award for Intramural Investigators (K22 Clinical Trial Not Allowed) National Institutes of Health · Federal Jan 7, 2028 · Varies The purpose of the NIDCR Dentist Scientist Career Transition Award for Intramural Investigators (K22) program is to facilitate transition of highly qualified dentists from NIH Intramural postdoctoral research positions to extramural… | |
| Causal Hypotheses on the Oral-Systemic Health Impacts of Human Behaviors among People with Chronic Conditions (U01 Clinical Trial Not Allowed) National Institutes of Health · Federal Jul 5, 2029 · Up to $500K The National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR) intends to publish a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) to solicit applications for innovative research on the factors that cause human behaviors and the oral-systemic… | |
| Robert S. Schoor Research Award Program Grant American Academy of Periodontology · Foundation Not published · $2K The Robert S. Schoor Research Award Program, supported by the American Academy of Periodontology Foundation, offers a $2,000 annual award for resident-written manuscripts in periodontology. | |
| ABH | The Foundation - General Grant-Making Program Advocates for Better Health - the Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $64K ABH | The Foundation awards grants to organizations advancing health equity and addressing public health needs in Minnesota. The foundation holds an annual grant-making meeting to review and award grants. | |
| DTA Foundation Grant Dental Trade Alliance Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The DTA Foundation Grant, offered by the Dental Trade Alliance Foundation, aims to enhance oral health care accessibility across the United States. | |
| Delta Dental of Kentucky Foundation Grant Funding Delta Dental of Kentucky Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Delta Dental of Kentucky created the Delta Dental of Kentucky Foundation to support its mission of ensuring every Kentuckian has a healthy and happy smile. | |
| CGF: Berwick Fund (Under $10,000) Community Giving Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The mission of the Berwick Health and Wellness Fund is to select, identify, and invest in programs and projects that improve the health and welfare of the community. | |
| Community Grants Arizona Dental Insurance Service Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K – $30K | |
| AGD Foundation Grant Program Academy Of General Dentistry Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The AGD Foundation Grant Program supports nonprofit organizations in the U.S. and Canada that provide free oral cancer screenings and education, particularly for underserved communities. | |
| Children's Oral Health Program Grant State of New Jersey Department of Health · State Not published · Up to $213K The Children's Oral Health Program, funded by the New Jersey Department of Health, aims to enhance oral health awareness among school children and community groups. | |
| Delta Dental Foundation: In-Kind Dental Donation Requests Delta Dental Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Applications are not reviewed until the submission period has closed (see deadlines above). You will not be contacted until then. |
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Dental health grants by the numbers
How deadlines work
- Rolling or ongoing
- 11 4%
- Upcoming date published
- 19 7%
- Stated cycle, no date yet
- 87 33%
- No deadline published
- 149 56%
Only 19 of these grants publish a date, too few to show a seasonal pattern.
Funders with the most active dental health grants
- Delta Dental Fund 11 active
- American Academy of Periodontology 9 active
- California Dental Association Foundation 9 active
- National Institutes of Health 8 active
- American Association for Dental Oral and Craniofacial Research 7 active
- International Association for Dental Research 7 active
126 funders have at least one active grant in this category.
Source: Grantable's grants database, compiled from funder websites, Grants.gov and state grant portals. Figures cover all 266 active dental health grants (with a deadline today or later, or none published) as of October 12, 2026, and refresh daily. Award amounts are each grant's listed maximum; 5 listed amounts over $10M are left out, since they're usually program-wide totals rather than single awards.
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.
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Dental Health Grants by state
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much money do dental health grants award?
Of the 266 dental health grants Grantable lists as of October 12, 2026, 136 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $20K, and the middle half fall between $5,000 and $100K. The largest is $5M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.
Which funders offer the most dental health grants?
By number of active listings, the leading funders are Delta Dental Fund (11), American Academy of Periodontology (9), California Dental Association Foundation (9), National Institutes of Health (8), and American Association for Dental Oral and Craniofacial Research (7). In all, 126 funders have at least one active grant in this category.
When are dental health grants due?
Of 266 grants listed, 11 accept applications on a rolling basis, 19 have a published upcoming deadline, 87 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 149 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site.
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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