[American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry Foundation](https://aapdfoundation.org)

September 2026

Up to $30,000 for one year; typically supports 12-month projects.

Supports community-based initiatives to improve access to comprehensive oral health care for underserved children in the U.S.

Only nonprofit, dentist-supervised U.S. organizations are eligible; private practices and for-profits are not eligible.

--- ## Description This grant opportunity, offered by the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry Foundation (AAPD Foundation), supports local, state, and regional initiatives that provide dental care to underserved children across the United States and its territories. Designed to promote preventive care, education, and long-term oral health habits, the grant funds a wide range of projects—including transportation, language services, dental supplies, and community outreach—that directly improve access to comprehensive oral health care for children. The program emphasizes collaboration with organizations deeply embedded in their communities and requires projects to be supervised by a dentist. --- ## Due Dates - September 2026 (anticipated/projected application submission deadline) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Maximum award: up to $30,000 per grant - Project duration: 12 months (one-year grant) - Funds may be applied to salaries, equipment, supplies, outreach, transportation, and other direct expenses related to providing dental care to children. --- ## Eligibility Eligible applicants: - Nonprofit 501(c)(3) or 501(c)(6) dental and/or medical organizations located in the United States or its territories - University-affiliated dental schools, their clinics, and adjunct locations - Community college-affiliated programs - Local health jurisdictions, county health departments, hospitals, and clinics - State government agencies and national, state, or local dental societies - Hygienist- and resident-based programs (if supervised by a licensed dentist) Additional requirements: - Projects must serve children 18 years of age or younger, with a focus on underserved, low-income, or vulnerable populations - All initiatives must be under the direct supervision of a dentist (pediatric dentist preferred, but not required) - For-profit organizations, private dental practices, individual practitioners, and non-domestic programs are not eligible --- ## Application Process - Applications are submitted via the [Foundant Technologies grant interface](https://aapdfoundation.org/apply-for-grants/) - Create or access your organization’s account on the platform - No access code is required for the application - Applicants must provide detailed information specific to their clinic/department (not institution-wide data) - Application materials should clearly describe the project’s goals, target population, activities, and how funding will directly benefit child oral health - For questions or technical support, contact Jasmine Williams (see Contact Information below) --- ## Additional Information - The grant does not fund private practices, for-profit entities, adult care, personal expenses, or direct payments to patient families - Priority is given to projects with pediatric dental leadership, but general dentist-led programs are also considered - The Foundation is open to funding nontraditional projects if they directly relate to improving child oral health - Previous grant recipients may apply again, and select grantees may be invited to apply for multi-year funding --- ## External Links - [AAPD Foundation Home](https://aapdfoundation.org) - [Access to Care Grant Guidelines (PDF)](https://aapdfoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/2026-2027-One-Year-Access-to-Care-Grant-Guidelines.pdf) - [Apply for Grants](https://aapdfoundation.org/apply-for-grants/) - [Types of Grants](https://aapdfoundation.org/types-of-grants/) - [Contact the AAPD Foundation](https://aapdfoundation.org/contact-us) --- ## Contact Information | Name/Role | Email | Phone | |----------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------|---------------| | Jasmine Williams, Grants & Programs Assistant Manager | jwilliams@aapdfoundation.org | (773) 938-4989| | AAPD Foundation Main Office | [Contact Form](https://aapdfoundation.org/contact-us/) | 312-337-2169 |

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