Research and Scholarships Program

Mission: Support oral health research and education; advance development of future dental professionals.

Geographic Scope

• 15-state enterprise and Washington, D.C.
• States include: AL, CA, DE, DC, FL, GA, LA, MD, MS, MT, NV, NY, PA, TX, UT, WV

Funding Purpose

Award Focus:

• Scholarships: Support education and development of future dental professionals
• Research Grants: Fund oral health research initiatives
• University Partnerships: Support partnerships with universities in dental education and research

Eligibility

• Applicant Type: Universities, dental schools, and dental education programs
• Focus: Future dental professionals and oral health research

Selection Criteria

• Alignment with foundation's mission to build caring, resilient communities
• Impact on oral health education and research
• Partnership quality with Delta Dental

Background

• Part of Delta Dental Community Care Foundation's broad grantmaking portfolio
• Complements the foundation's access-to-care and community investment initiatives
• Supports long-term advancement of the dental profession and oral health science

Application Process

Important Note: Grant support is by invitation only. Organizations do not typically submit unsolicited applications.

To Inquire About Eligibility:

• If your organization feels it is a good fit for the Delta Dental Community Care Foundation, reach out to foundation@delta.org
• Foundation staff will evaluate fit and determine if invitation-based funding is appropriate

No standardized application details are publicly available. Interested universities and dental programs should contact the foundation directly to discuss:

• Your institution's dental education or research programs
• Alignment with foundation priorities
• Potential scholarship or research grant opportunities
• Partnership possibilities