[CareQuest Institute for Oral Health](https://www.carequest.org)

March 2026 (application period expected)

Approximately $98,500 per year; 12-month project period typical.

Supports advocacy, policy analysis, and community engagement to expand dental and healthcare access in Maine, with a focus on equitable MaineCare benefits.

Dates and availability are forecasted; confirm details with the funder before applying.

--- ## Description This funding opportunity, administered by the CareQuest Institute for Oral Health, supports organizations advancing equitable access to dental and healthcare services in Maine. The program emphasizes policy advocacy, data-driven analysis, and community engagement—particularly for underserved and immigrant communities. The grant aims to expand MaineCare (Maine’s Medicaid program) dental benefits, analyze utilization data, identify legislative and provider incentive needs, and foster partnerships with immigrant-led groups to address access barriers and promote health equity. --- ## Due Dates - Anticipated application period: March 2026 - Project period: March 2026 – February 2027 *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Typical award: Approximately $98,500 for a 12-month period - Funding covers staff time, communications, meeting expenses, and translation services for advocacy materials --- ## Eligibility - Legal aid organizations, advocacy groups, and community-based nonprofits working to advance healthcare and oral health equity in Maine - Priority for organizations addressing systemic barriers to care, including those serving immigrant and low-income populations --- ## Application Process - Application details and deadlines are forecasted; consult the [CareQuest Institute grantmaking page](https://www.carequest.org/how-we-work/grantmaking/search-all-grants) for updates - Proposals should demonstrate: - A clear plan for policy advocacy and community engagement - Data analysis capabilities related to healthcare access - Partnerships with impacted communities and/or immigrant-led organizations - Budget should reflect staff, communications, and outreach needs --- ## Additional Information - Funding supports both direct advocacy (e.g., legislative campaigns, policy analysis) and broader community engagement (e.g., story collection, advisory committees) - Emphasis on equity, inclusion of impacted voices, and collaboration with diverse stakeholders - Grantees are expected to track and report on metrics related to dental benefit utilization and access barriers --- ## External Links - [CareQuest Institute for Oral Health – Grantmaking Overview](https://www.carequest.org/how-we-work/grantmaking/search-all-grants) - [Current Opportunity Details](https://www.carequest.org/content/g-2312-20113) --- ## Contact Information | Contact Type | Details | |------------------|-----------------------------------------------------| | General Inquiries| [grants@carequest.org](mailto:grants@carequest.org) | | Web Contact Form | [CareQuest Contact Page](https://www.carequest.org/contact) | ---

G-2312-20113

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