Dental Health Grants

Last updated October 13, 2026

Grantable tracks 266 active dental health grants in its free grants database, drawn from 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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Senior Oral Health Partnership Program Delta Dental of the District of Columbia · Foundation Not published · $5M	Not published	$5M
Senior Oral Health Partnership Program Delta Dental of Delaware Inc · Foundation Not published · $5M Multi-year program launched in 2022 to identify and address systemic causes of poor oral health among older adults.	Not published	$5M
Humanitarian Award California Dental Association Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Award given to people who exemplify the best in dentistry, supporting those who inspire, learn, educate, mentor and create change.	Not published	Varies
Research and Scholarships Grants Delta Dental of West Virginia Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Organizations interested in applying should contact: foundation@delta.org The Delta Dental Community Care Foundation provides grants to nonprofits across its 15-state and Washington, D.C. enterprise to support oral health research…	Not published	Varies
School-Based Dental Program Grant North Carolina Dental Society Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K The School-Based Dental Program, initiated by the NC Dental Society Foundation, provides essential dental services to children in Title 1 schools across North Carolina.	Not published	$5K
Disaster Relief Grants for Dental Practices Delta Dental of Arkansas Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Delta Dental of Arkansas is providing disaster relief grants to dental practices affected by recent tornadoes.	Not published	Varies
American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) Foundation Access to Care Grants Illinois Primary Health Care Association · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K Support community-based initiatives in the U.S. that provide dental care and serve as a Dental Home to underserved/limited access children.	Not published	Up to $20K
Community Connections Funding Opportunity (Northwest and Southeast Ohio) Healthpath Foundation of Ohio · Foundation Not published · Varies A person’s health is ultimately driven by the individual and his or her community, while decisions made at the federal, state, and county level affect the health care system.	Not published	Varies
Coronado Dental Scholarship Fund Grant Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley · Foundation Not published · Varies Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley The Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley is a public charitable foundation based in Aurora, Illinois, dedicated to improving quality of life across the Fox River Valley, including the…	Not published	Varies
Delta Dental of New Mexico: Smiles Across New Mexico Grant Delta Dental Plan of New Mexico Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K Delta Dental of New Mexico's 'Smiles Across New Mexico' program supports dental education initiatives aimed at improving oral health among underserved children and at-risk populations.	Not published	Up to $5K
BHHS Legacy Foundation General Grant Program Legacy Connection · Foundation Rolling · $3K – $250K	Rolling	$3K – $250K
IADR Hatton Competition and Awards International Association for Dental Research · Foundation Not published · Varies IADR's longest running awards established in 1953 that recognize young researchers and encourage outstanding junior dental scientists to carry out research and attend the annual IADR General Session.	Not published	Varies
Dr. James T. Mellonig Regeneration Research Award American Academy of Periodontology · Foundation Not published · Varies The Dr. James T. Mellonig Regeneration Research Award recognizes excellence in original research by a resident in the specialty of periodontics that advances clinical therapies in periodontal regeneration.	Not published	Varies
Kramer Scholar Award for Excellence Grant American Academy of Periodontology · Foundation Not published · $10K The Kramer Scholar Award for Excellence, funded by the American Academy of Periodontology, offers a $10,000 scholarship to outstanding third-year students enrolled in accredited U.S. periodontal graduate programs.	Not published	$10K
Thompson Foundation Orthodontia Program Cheyenne County Hospital & Health Center Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The HCF manages and oversees the Thompson Foundation Orthodontia program providing orthodontic services for those in need.	Not published	Varies
nccPA Health Foundation: Empower Grant nccPA Health Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The nccPA Health Foundation's Empower Grant supports Board Certified PAs and PA students in improving health equity through funding up to $5,000 for innovative projects.	Not published	Up to $5K
Maryland Dental Care Loan Assistance Repayment Program (MDC-LARP) Maryland Higher Education Commission · State Not published · Varies Provides loan repayment assistance to licensed dentists who agree to provide oral health care services to a minimum of 30% of their patient pool who participate in the Maryland Medical Assistance Program.	Not published	Varies
Hawaii Dental Service Foundation: Smile Fund Grant Hawaii Dental Service Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Hawaii Dental Service Foundation's Smile Fund provides grants up to $5,000 to support innovative outreach programs aimed at improving oral health in Hawaii.	Not published	Up to $5K
Dental Materials & Supplies Grant California Dental Association Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies A grant program listed among the Foundation's active funding opportunities. Limited details available on the grants page.	Not published	Varies
Dr. Carolyn Ghazal Dental Assistant Scholarships Application 2026 - Cycle 2 Grant Pacific Dental Services Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Dr. Carolyn Ghazal Dental Assistant Scholarships, offered by the Pacific Dental Services Foundation, provide financial aid of up to $5,000 for eligible dental assistant students.	Not published	Up to $5K
Roberts-Miller Children's Fund Gaston Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Here at the Gaston Community Foundation, we are proud to feature a variety of special grants, funds, and programs that help to create lasting impact for our local communities.	Not published	Varies
Dr. David Whiston Leadership Award Grant American Dental Association (ADA) Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K The Dr. David Whiston Leadership Award, offered by the ADA Foundation, aims to support emerging leaders in oral health.	Not published	$5K
Delta Dental of Arizona Foundation Community Grants Arizona Dental Insurance Service Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K – $30K The Foundation's Community Grants award Arizona nonprofits $5,000-$30,000 (plus dental supplies as needed) to promote oral-health practices and increase access to dental care for underserved children, pregnant women, seniors, and (since…	Not published	$5K – $30K
Georgia Dental Hygienists' Association Scholarship Grant Community Foundation of South Georgia Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Founded in 1996, the Community Foundation of South Georgia is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to making South Georgia a better place to live through effective philanthropy.	Not published	Varies

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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.

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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 13, 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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