Charles L. and Dorothy Weaver Memorial Orthodontic Grant
The Charles L. and Dorothy Weaver Memorial Orthodontic Grant funds full orthodontic treatment for three financially eligible young people in southern Missouri each year through the Community Foundation of the Ozarks.
Funder: Community Foundation of the Ozarks
Due Dates: March 1, 2027 (Full application due, anticipated/projected)
Funding Amounts: Three full orthodontic treatment scholarships awarded annually; award covers entire treatment (no specified dollar value).
Summary: Provides three annual scholarships for comprehensive orthodontic treatment to financially eligible youth and young adults in southern Missouri.
Key Information: Applicants must be ages 10–30, reside in eligible southern Missouri counties, and demonstrate financial need.
Description
This grant provides three annual scholarships for full orthodontic treatment to young people and young adults (ages 10–30) in southern Missouri who demonstrate financial need. Administered by the Community Foundation of the Ozarks, the program aims to increase access to essential dental care for individuals who would not otherwise be able to afford comprehensive orthodontic services. Recipients receive complete orthodontic treatment (not a cash award) through participating providers in the Springfield Metro Area, with all necessary procedures and care covered for the duration of treatment.
