Dental Health Grants

Last updated October 13, 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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General Grant Requests (Delta Dental Foundation of North Carolina) Delta Dental of North Carolina · Foundation Not published · Varies Provides financial support in the form of grants to various organizations across North Carolina to further the mission of improving oral health and overall well-being of communities served.	Not published	Varies
Senior Oral Health Partnership Program Delta Dental of West Virginia Inc · Foundation Not published · $5M The Delta Dental Community Care Foundation identified that older adults struggle with oral health problems and lack support for proper dental care.	Not published	$5M
Liz Koch Memorial Scholarship Dental Assisting National Board Incorporated · Foundation Not published · $250 – $1K The scholarship was developed to help dental professionals pursue professional development and achieve their career goals.	Not published	$250 – $1K
Student Loan Repayment 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
Access to Oral Healthcare Grant Delta Dental of Wisconsin Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Delta Dental of Wisconsin’s mission is to engage and empower our customers, partners, and communities to improve oral and overall health by developing and delivering innovative products and services built on a culture of legendary service.	Not published	Varies
Community Donations Grant Delta Dental of Wisconsin Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Delta Dental of Wisconsin Foundation aims to enhance oral health access for underserved communities through funding programs, scholarships, and community events.	Not published	Varies
Senior Oral Health Partnership Program Delta Dental of New York Inc · Foundation Not published · $5M In 2022, the Delta Dental Community Care Foundation launched this multi-year program in response to findings that:	Not published	$5M
Competitive Grant- Berwick Fund (Under $100,000) Community Giving Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The Berwick Health and Wellness Fund aims to enhance community well-being by supporting diverse health and wellness initiatives.	Not published	Up to $100K
Ryan White Dental RFA Grant Seattle King County Department of Public Health · State Not published · Varies The Ryan White Part A Program at Public Health – Seattle & King County (PHSKC) funds the Lifelong Dental Program (LDP).	Not published	Varies
Rhode Island Dental Foundation Fund Grants The Rhode Island Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 – $5K The Rhode Island Dental Foundation Fund Grants, established in 2023, support community organizations dedicated to enhancing oral and dental health in Rhode Island.	Not published	$500 – $5K
Hawaii Dental Service Foundation Grants Hawaii Dental Service Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K The Hawaii Dental Service Foundation Grants aim to enhance oral health in Hawaii, Guam, and Saipan by funding local non-profit organizations.	Not published	$5K
General Grants Program Delta Dental of Virginia · Foundation Not published · Varies Grants support projects and programs that strengthen Virginia's dental safety net and address critical oral health needs in underserved communities.	Not published	Varies
SB26 School-Based Health Center Competitive Solicitation Grant Ohio Department of Health and Human Services · Foundation Not published · $30K – $500K The Ohio Department of Health announces a competitive grant opportunity for local or public non-profit healthcare agencies to establish or expand school-based health centers (SBHCs).	Not published	$30K – $500K
Oral Health Carries Prevention Program Second Funding Opportunity Grant State of New Jersey Department of Health · State Not published · Up to $186K The New Jersey Department of Health leads the state’s response to public health challenges and works to improve health outcomes for all New Jersey residents.	Not published	Up to $186K
The Esther Tomljanovich Strategic Initiatives Medica Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Medica Foundation recognizes the importance of supporting the unique health needs of individual communities in our grantmaking.	Not published	Varies
IADR Lion Dental Research Award for Junior Investigators International Association for Dental Research · Foundation Not published · $2K Award intended to support improvements in oral health sciences through stimulation of junior researchers by recognition of outstanding and innovative research.	Not published	$2K
Dental Materials and Supplies Grant California Dental Association · Foundation Not published · $5K – $25K The CDA Foundation Dental Materials and Supplies Grant program supports nonprofit organizations with the dental supplies and materials necessary for dental operations and oral health services.	Not published	$5K – $25K
Oral Health Grant Program Delta Dental of MIssouri · Foundation Not published · $5K – $100K The Delta Dental of Missouri Grant Program aims to improve oral health in Missouri by funding initiatives that reduce oral disease, enhance access to quality dental care, and raise awareness, particularly among underserved populations.	Not published	$5K – $100K
Access to Care Grants Program Delta Dental of New York Inc · Foundation Not published · $16.3M The Delta Dental Community Care Foundation began by identifying hundreds of clinics across the enterprise to provide funding grants for oral health services. Many of those clinics remain partners today.	Not published	$16.3M
Dental Primary Care Practice-Based Research Network: Coordinating Center 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 promote practice-based research through a Dental Primary Care Practice-Based Research Network (PBRN).	Forecast	Varies
Howard L. Greenhouse Large Grant Program Potomac Health Foundation · Foundation Not published · $25K – $250K The Howard L. Greenhouse Large Grant Program, offered by Potomac Health Foundation, provides one-time project-based grants for the 2025-2026 cycle.	Not published	$25K – $250K
George A. Levicki, D.D.S. Endowed Scholarship Delta Dental of Virginia · Foundation Not published · Varies Created in 2018 in honor of George A. Levicki, former CEO and founder of Delta Dental of Virginia. The scholarship recognizes qualities in dental students that Levicki brought to Delta Dental of Virginia.	Not published	Varies
Alice M. & Herschel S. Horowitz Scholarship Grant American Dental Hygienists’ Association (ADHA) · Foundation Not published · $3K The Alice M. & Herschel S. Horowitz Scholarship, offered by the American Dental Hygienists’ Association (ADHA), provides $2,500 annually to support dental hygienists pursuing a career in public health.	Not published	$3K
NC Dental Foundation: Dental Public Health Award Grant North Carolina Dental Society Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K The N.C. Dental Society Foundation announces the Dental Public Health Award, offering $1,500 to deserving organizations at the Fall 2023 Education Conference.	Not published	$2K

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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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