Dental Health Grants

Last updated October 13, 2026

Grantable tracks 266 active dental health grants in its free grants database, drawn from 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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Hydration Station Competitive Grant Minnesota Department of Health · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Minnesota Department of Health is offering funding for water-bottle filling stations to enhance public health.	Not published	Up to $2K
Community Grants Sandia Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Sandia Foundation concentrates efforts on partnering with Albuquerque nonprofits that work with children in the community with regard to: Historical funding has supported organizations providing:	Not published	Varies
Community Mini Grants Delta Dental of Michigan · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Delta Dental Foundation's Community Mini Grants provide up to $10,000 to local nonprofits promoting oral health care in Michigan, Ohio, and Indiana.	Not published	Up to $10K
Access to Care Grants - Three Year (Multi-Year) American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The AAPD Foundation invites proposals for multi-year Access to Care Grants from previously selected grant recipients who demonstrate potential for greater community impact.	Not published	Varies
AO/OF Research Grant Academy of Osseointegration · Foundation Not published · $50K Applicants may apply in one of three categories: Grants in the amount of $50,000 will be awarded to the Best proposal in each category as determined by the AO/OF Research Grant Committee.	Not published	$50K
Residency Discounts Roy James Rinehart Memorial Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies A select number of residents from these states receive a waiver each year for the nonresident tuition differential through agreements with UMKC School of Dentistry	Not published	Varies
DDIF: System and Capacity Building Grants Delta Dental of Iowa Foundation · Foundation Not published · $25K The Delta Dental of Iowa Foundation offers System and Capacity Building Grants to enhance the health and well-being of all Iowans.	Not published	$25K
Ozarks Health Advocacy Foundation Grants Ozarks Health Advocacy Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Ozarks Health Advocacy Foundation Grants prioritize the health needs of children in Southwest Missouri, aiming to support nonprofit organizations that address critical physical, mental, and dental health issues.	Not published	Varies
Delta Dental Foundation Conference Scholarships Delta Dental Plan of Michigan Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Delta Dental Foundation provides scholarships to support attendance at dental and oral health-related conferences for professionals and potentially students in Michigan, Ohio, and Indiana.	Not published	Varies
Public Health Leadership 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
Senior Oral Health Partnership Program Delta Dental of California · Foundation Not published · $5M In 2022, the Delta Dental Community Care Foundation broadened its philanthropic focus by launching this multi-year program to address the oral health crisis among older adults, especially those living in poverty, people of color, and those…	Not published	$5M
Emergency and Capacity Building Fund Delta Dental of Virginia · Foundation Rolling · Up to $10K Provides immediate funding to safety-net and/or nonprofit organizations that provide oral health services to vulnerable populations facing unplanned emergencies or capacity challenges.	Rolling	Up to $10K
IADR Gold Medal Award American Association for Dental Oral and Craniofacial Research · Foundation Not published · Varies The highest recognition bestowed by IADR. Presented to recognize distinguished lifetime achievement in dental research and leadership that broadly impacts science, health research, or population health.	Not published	Varies
DDIF: Smile Grants Delta Dental of Iowa Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The DDIF: Smile Grants provide funding of $5,000 or less for short-term, educational projects related to oral health. Although all current funding has been allocated, new opportunities will be available starting January 2024.	Not published	Up to $5K
Delta Dental of Oklahoma Grants Delta Dental of Oklahoma Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Delta Dental of Oklahoma Foundation aims to enhance the oral health of Oklahomans by providing grants for dental care access, education, and research.	Not published	Varies
New Access to Dental Care Grant Program Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $200K The New Access to Dental Care Grant Program aims to enhance dental care accessibility in North Carolina by providing grants of up to $200,000 for safety net dental clinics.	Not published	Up to $200K
Arcora Foundation: Sponsorships Grant Delta Dental of Washington · Foundation Not published · $1K – $10K The Arcora Foundation offers sponsorships ranging from $1,000 to $10,000 to support Washington state organizations focused on reducing barriers to oral health care.	Not published	$1K – $10K
Delta Dental Foundation: Community Mini-Grants Delta Dental Fund · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Delta Dental Foundation offers Community Mini-Grants of up to $10,000 for organizations in Michigan, Ohio, and Indiana that promote oral health initiatives.	Not published	Up to $10K
Albert H. Stevenson Award New York State Dental Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 The New York State Dental Foundation recognizes an outstanding graduating student from each of the state's dental hygiene schools with the presentation of the Albert H. Stevenson Award.	Not published	$500
Tom Adams, Jo Hunger, George Lamotte Scholarship Fund Grant York County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K York County Community Foundation was founded in 1961 by generous visionaries who saw an opportunity to perpetually support their community by pooling charitable giving, investing it to grow over time and make grants to charity from the…	Not published	$1K
IADR Hatton Competition and Awards American Association for Dental Oral and Craniofacial Research · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K Established in 1953, the IADR Hatton Awards are IADR's longest-running awards that recognize young researchers.	Not published	Up to $1K
Strategic Initiative Grants Delta Dental of Arkansas Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Delta Dental of Arkansas Foundation's Strategic Initiative Grants aim to enhance oral health equity for underserved populations in Arkansas.	Not published	Varies
Delta Dental IL: Community Grants Program Delta Dental of Illinois Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $20K The Delta Dental of Illinois Foundation's Community Grants Program aims to enhance oral health among Illinois residents, particularly children.	Not published	$1K – $20K
DDAF Community Grants Delta Dental of Arkansas Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K – $40K The Delta Dental of Arkansas Foundation’s Community Grant program aims to enhance oral health across Arkansas by supporting nonprofit organizations and community initiatives focused on education and access to dental care for underserved…	Not published	$3K – $40K

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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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