Dental Health Grants

Last updated October 13, 2026

Grantable tracks 266 active dental health grants in its free grants database, drawn from federal 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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Webb Family 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
Illinois Children's Healthcare Foundation and Delta Dental of Illinois Foundation COVID-19 Oral Health Capacity Building Grants Illinois Primary Health Care Association · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K Invest in community dental clinics to offset additional costs associated with re-opening children's oral health programs and address gaps related to lost revenue from the COVID-19 pandemic.	Not published	Up to $100K
Patterson Foundation: Mission of Mercy Event Grants Patterson Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Applications must be submitted at least 3 months in advance of the event, but not more than 8 months in advance._ The Patterson Foundation provides grants for state Mission of Mercy (MOM) events across the U.S. each year.	Not published	Varies
Dental Primary Care Practice-Based Research Network: Clinical Trial or Observational Study Planning and Implementation Cooperative Agreement National Institutes of Health · Federal Forecast · Varies The National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR) intends to publish a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) to invite applications for clinical trials and large clinical observational studies to be conducted in a Dental…	Forecast	Varies
Indian Health Grant Minnesota Department of Health · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The Indian Health Grant Program aims to provide essential clinical health services, including preventive, medical, dental, and mental health care, to American Indian individuals residing off reservations.	Not published	Up to $100K
DDAF Mini Grants Delta Dental of Arkansas Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Delta Dental of Arkansas Foundation Mini Grants support innovative community-based oral health initiatives across Arkansas.	Not published	Up to $3K
Rethink Your Drink: Water's Cool at School Grants Delta Dental Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Community Grants - Seed & Program Funding: Health & Wellness Hampton Roads Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K – $82K The Hampton Roads Community Foundation offers Community Grants for Seed & Program Funding in Health & Wellness to enhance the wellbeing of southeastern Virginia residents.	Not published	$10K – $82K
Humboldt Health Foundation - Children's Dental Angel Fund Humboldt Area Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Provides dental assistance to children in Humboldt County through the Humboldt Health Foundation.	Not published	Varies
International Resident Award Grant American Academy of Periodontology · Foundation Not published · $2K American Academy of Periodontology Foundation The American Academy of Periodontology Foundation serves to advance the specialty of periodontology and dental implant surgery through advocacy, research, and education.	Not published	$2K
Dental School Wellness 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
IADR Young Investigator Award American Association for Dental Oral and Craniofacial Research · Foundation Not published · Varies Designed to stimulate basic research in all dental disciplines. One of the 17 IADR Distinguished Scientist Awards and one of the highest honors bestowed by IADR.	Not published	Varies
Highlands Cashiers Health Foundation General Grant Program Highlands Cashiers Health Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Highlands Cashiers Health Foundation was established on February 1, 2019. As of 2024, the foundation has awarded 135+ grants totaling over $10 million to 82+ organizations across the service area.	Not published	Varies
Delta Dental of Virginia Foundation Endowed Scholarship Delta Dental of Virginia · Foundation Not published · Varies Provides financial support to dental students who intend to practice in chronically underserved areas of Virginia after earning their degrees.	Not published	Varies
McKee Medical Center Foundation Community Grant McKee Medical Center Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The goal of the McKee Wellness Foundation is to enable physical and mental wellness across Northern Colorado by helping to fill the gap between available resources and the needs of the community.	Not published	Varies
Mini-Grants Program Delta Dental Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
IADR Gold Medal Award International Association for Dental Research · Foundation Not published · Varies The highest recognition bestowed by IADR, honoring individuals who have built upon scientific accomplishments to broadly impact science, health research, or population health.	Not published	Varies
Buhite Scholarship Fund American Academy of Implant Dentistry Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Continuing Dr. Robert J. Buhite's legacy, this newly established endowment will fund scholarships for the next generation of oral implantologists on their educational journey.	Not published	Varies
Delta Dental of Colorado Foundation Grant Delta Dental Plan of Colorado Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $300K The Delta Dental of Colorado Foundation Grant aims to promote oral health equity by addressing the unique needs of diverse communities.	Not published	Up to $300K
Oral Health Access Award Umkc Dental Alumni Association Univ of Mo-KC School of Dentistry · Foundation Not published · $6K – $20K Recognizes and supports dental and dental hygiene students from disadvantaged backgrounds who demonstrate a commitment to addressing oral health access.	Not published	$6K – $20K
HealthPath Foundation Grants Healthpath Foundation of Ohio · Foundation Not published · $30K – $261K The HealthPath Foundation of Ohio provides grants to support Oral Health, Healthy Ohioans, and Age-Friendly Communities across a 36-county region.	Not published	$30K – $261K
Bud and Linda Tarrson Fellowship Grant American Academy of Periodontology · Foundation Not published · $30K The Bud and Linda Tarrson Fellowship, awarded by the American Academy of Periodontology Foundation, offers $30,000 ($10,000 annually for up to three years) to periodontists aiming for academic careers.	Not published	$30K
Delta Dental Oral Health Diversity Fund Delta Dental of North Carolina · Foundation Not published · $725K	Not published	$725K
Recruitment Assistance Program (RAP) - Dentist (SD) Grant South Dakota Department of Health · Foundation Not published · $256K The Recruitment Assistance Program (RAP) - Dentist (SD) aims to incentivize dentists to practice in rural South Dakota communities. Eligible dentists can receive an incentive payment of $256,204 for three years of service.	Not published	$256K

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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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