The Lawrence and Sally Cohen Endowed Scholarship Fund for Dental Hygiene
Funding Amount
Up to $10,000
Deadline
April 30, 2026
22 days left
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
The Lawrence and Sally Cohen Endowed Scholarship Fund for Dental Hygiene
Status: Active and accepting applications
Established: 2024
Geographic Scope: United States
Focus: Dental hygiene students from underrepresented communities
Overview:
The DTA Foundation partnered with the Benco Family Foundation to establish this endowed scholarship fund in recognition of Lawrence and Sally Cohen's commitment to dentistry. The fund provides scholarship assistance to deserving students beginning careers in dental hygiene.
Award Amount: Up to $10,000 per student
Funding Source:
Eligibility Criteria:
Applicants must:
1. Have been accepted into an in-person 2-year dental hygiene program (based in the United States)
2. Have financial need - verified by dental hygiene program
3. Be from underrepresented communities and backgrounds
4. Demonstrate passion and commitment to dental hygiene
5. Be able to demonstrate dedication to expanding access to oral healthcare for underserved communities
Application Requirements:
Recent Winners (2024):
Benco Family Foundation Mission:
Dedicated to improving dental health and quality of life in local communities and around the world since 2005. Focuses on initiatives that are innovative, sustainable, measurable, and impactful.
Key Supporting Resources:
How to Apply
Dental Hygiene Scholarship Application Process
Application Timeline:
Application Steps:
1. Access application online (link available on application page)
2. Complete digital application form
3. Submit short, unprofessional selfie video (2 minutes or less)
- Video should show personal passion for dental hygiene
- Can be recorded on cell phone
- Use to highlight why committed to the field
4. Provide verification from dental hygiene program:
- Acceptance into 2-year in-person program
- Financial need verification
Required Documentation:
Criteria & Guidelines:
Applicants must meet ALL of the following:
Application Portal:
Access application through the DTA Foundation website at dtafoundation.org
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