Access to Care Grant
This grant funds nonprofit, dentist-led projects that provide comprehensive dental care and innovative solutions to improve oral health for underserved children in the U.S. and its territories.
Funder: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2026 (application submission deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $30,000 per project for a 12-month period; one-year grant cycle.
Summary: Supports local, state, and regional initiatives providing comprehensive oral health care to underserved children by funding community-based projects that address barriers to dental care.
Description
This grant supports nonprofit, dentist-led organizations in the U.S. and its territories that deliver comprehensive dental care to underserved children (ages 18 and under). The program aims to reduce barriers to care—such as transportation, language, and financial constraints—by funding a range of projects including direct services, outreach, and innovative solutions tailored to local needs. Recipients also gain access to pediatric dentistry guidelines and a collaborative network of grantees. The grant is designed as a one-year, introductory opportunity, with potential for multi-year support for high-performing prior grantees.
