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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IADR Young Investigator Award International Association for Dental Research · Foundation Not published · Varies Award designed to stimulate basic research in all dental disciplines among early-career investigators.	Not published	Varies
Patron Saints Foundation Grant The Patron Saints Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The grant category of Community Health Services that includes primary care, dental and mental health services will continue to be the highest priority for funding consideration.	Not published	Varies
Research and Scholarships Grants Delta Dental of California · Foundation Not published · Varies The Delta Dental Community Care Foundation provides scholarships and research grants as part of its commitment to building caring, resilient communities and increasing access to oral health care.	Not published	Varies
CGF: Sunbury Fund Community Giving Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Meeting A Multitude Of Charitable Needs in The Greater Sunbury Area.	Not published	Varies
IADR Innovation in Oral Care Awards American Association for Dental Oral and Craniofacial Research · Foundation Not published · $50K Designed to promote innovation in oral care technologies and solutions that impact public oral health. In its 18th year of award support as of 2021, with contributions exceeding $3 million USD from the funder.	Not published	$50K
Community Clinic Grant Minnesota Department of Health · Foundation Not published · Up to $45K The Community Clinic Grant, funded by the Minnesota Department of Health, aims to enhance mental health services for all ages, improve oral health programs, and provide clinical services for at-risk youth up to 25 years old.	Not published	Up to $45K
Fluoridation Grant Minnesota Department of Health · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Fluoridation Grant by the Minnesota Department of Health aims to enhance community water fluoridation, a pivotal public health measure recognized by the CDC.	Not published	Up to $3K
Access to Health Care Grant Program Oklahoma City Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $30K The Access to Health Care Grant Program, initiated by the Oklahoma City Community Foundation, aims to enhance healthcare access for uninsured and medically underserved individuals in central Oklahoma.	Not published	Up to $30K
Delta Dental Foundation Community Funding Request Delta Dental Fund · Foundation Rolling · Varies The Delta Dental Foundation is the philanthropic arm of Delta Dental of Michigan, Ohio and Indiana, and it accepts funding requests from nonprofit organizations on a rolling basis.	Rolling	Varies
Senior Oral Health Partnership Program Delta Dental of Pennsylvania · Foundation Not published · $5M	Not published	$5M
Competitive Grant- Sunbury Fund Community Giving Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Competitive Grant - Sunbury Fund, established by the Community Giving Foundation, aims to address various charitable needs in the Sunbury area.	Not published	Varies
Super Smiles at School Mini Grants Delta Dental of Arkansas Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Super Smiles at School Mini Grants, offered by the Delta Dental of Arkansas Foundation, aim to enhance oral health education and access for school-aged children in Arkansas.	Not published	Up to $3K
Delta Dental Future Workforce Fund Grant Delta Dental Institute · Foundation Not published · Varies 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.	Not published	Varies
Barclay-Giel Seed Grants The PHS Commissioned Officers Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K This program provided seed grants to support community-based public health programs. The Commissioned Officers Foundation (COF) ended this program on June 7, 2025, to better align efforts with long-term strategic goals.	Not published	Up to $10K
Hawaii Dental Service Community Scholarship Fund Grant Hawaii Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Hawaii Dental Service Community Scholarship Fund, established in 2018 by the Hawaii Dental Service Foundation, aims to support students pursuing degrees in dentistry or dental hygiene.	Not published	Varies
Research and Scholarships Program Delta Dental of Delaware Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Care Foundation provides scholarships and research grants that support partnerships with universities and the education and development of future dental professionals.	Not published	Varies
Health Access Heroes Awards Grant Sun Life Financial · Foundation Not published · $10K The Health Access Heroes Awards, initiated by Sun Life Financial, aims to enhance health access and outcomes for underserved communities.	Not published	$10K
AAP Foundation Fellowship to the Institute for Teaching and Learning in the Health Professions Grant American Academy of Periodontology · Foundation Not published · $4K The AAP Foundation Fellowship offers financial support for the Institute for Teaching and Learning in the Health Professions, covering full tuition for its Program for Dental School Faculty.	Not published	$4K
Dr. Mark Paxton Dental Scholarship Grant Innovia Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Easily learn more about the Dr. The next deadline for this grant is Fri, 05 Mar 2027. Each year, Innovia awards over $400,000 in scholarships to deserving students like you who are college-bound or pursuing vocational or technical training.	Not published	Varies
Veterans Dental Grant Program Florida Veterans Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $1M To provide essential dental care services to eligible Florida veterans who lack adequate VA dental coverage. Addresses the gap in dental care services for veterans not fully covered by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.	Not published	$1M
Advancing Equity Through Oral Health Funds Grant Carequest Institute For Oral Health Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Advancing Equity Through Oral Health Funds, initiated by CareQuest Institute, seeks to transform oral health systems by supporting projects that dismantle disparities faced by marginalized communities.	Not published	Varies
Dental Hygienist Scholarships Delta Dental of Virginia · Foundation Not published · $50K Scholarships to support dental hygiene students and encourage them to remain in Virginia upon graduation. The Foundation created $50,000 scholarship endowments at each of the four participating schools.	Not published	$50K
Evidence-Based Dentistry (EBD) Faculty and Practice Awards American Dental Association · Foundation Not published · $1K Honors educators and clinicians who have made significant contributions to implement and advance evidence-based dentistry in research, practice, and the classroom.	Not published	$1K
Smiles Across New Mexico Grant Program Delta Dental Plan of New Mexico Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A small grant program offered by Delta Dental of New Mexico that supports community-based oral health programs and initiatives across New Mexico.	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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