Rhode Island Dental Foundation Fund Grants

The Rhode Island Dental Foundation Fund Grants, established in 2023, support community organizations dedicated to enhancing oral and dental health in Rhode Island. Funding is available for educational programs, public service projects, and initiatives aimed at improving access to dental care for underserved populations. Eligible applicants include community organizations involved in promoting oral health education and providing direct dental services. This initiative, funded by The Rhode Island Community Foundation, aims to foster better health outcomes across the state.

The Rhode Island Dental Foundation Fund was established in 2023 by the Rhode Island Dental Foundation, an affiliate of the Rhode Island Dental Association. Grants from this program support community organizations focused on oral and dental health.
Applications must meet at least one of the following criteria:
Fund education and research programs designed to improve the art and science of dentistry in the State of Rhode Island.Award grants for dental public service projects in Rhode Island.Provide funding for programs to improve accessibility and availability of dental care for underserved citizens of the State of Rhode Island.Educate the Rhode Island public about oral health and the importance of oral health.Support Rhode Island oral health education.Support other Rhode Island charitable or educational projects related to oral health.Support free clinics or other projects involving Rhode Island Dental Association members that provide direct dental care to underserved populations.Provide scholarships for dental auxiliaries that are Rhode Island residents and plan to work in Rhode Island as a dental auxiliary for at least one year.