All applicants must meet a minimum level of criteria to be eligible for funding. We plan to invest in comprehensive solutions, innovative pilots, developed ideas, or proven, scalable models that address barriers that many historically underrepresented groups face in pursuing oral health careers. In 2023, the Delta Dental Oral Health Diversity Fund will make targeted investments in programs designed to promote awareness and inspire school-aged children to pursue professional opportunities in oral health — including careers as dentists and all recognized dental specialties, oral health researchers, hygienists, and technicians.

Those eligible include U.S.-domestic entities as defined by: 501(c)(3) organizations; private businesses such as a corporation; or limited or general partnerships. Ineligible entities include Delta Dental companies and staff; non-U.S. entities; and individuals.

We are seeking applications to the Delta Dental Oral Health Diversity Fund by 5:00 p.m. ET, on Monday, June 12, 2023.

Yes, there is a “save and resume” feature built into the application.

Yes, you can upload attachments to the application.

Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis in the order they are received. You will receive a confirmation email when you submit your application, which will include more information.

There is no maximum or specific range in this first year. Organizations should include their needed funding amount within the application and the amount awarded will be determined based on the merits, needs, and number of applications submitted.

The Delta Dental Oral Health Diversity Fund does not make awards or loans to individuals.

Yes, organizations can submit more than one application. All applications will be reviewed independently.

Awards will be determined based on the merits, needs, and number of applications submitted.