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

Sep 19, 2025 (proposal deadline for summer cycle) | Concepts accepted Jun 13–Aug 1, 2025 | Other cycles available

Typical award: ~$95,000 for one year; amounts may vary by project scope.

Supports integration of dental hygienists into primary care teams to enhance oral health care and care coordination, especially for underserved populations.

--- ## Description This grant, provided by the CareQuest Institute for Oral Health, aims to support projects that advance the integration of oral health into primary care, specifically by embedding dental hygienists within primary care teams in Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs). The initiative is designed to improve care coordination, streamline oral health delivery, and enable earlier interventions, particularly benefiting low-income and diverse patient populations. The project builds on previous teledentistry pilots and leverages Massachusetts’ policies that enable Public Health Dental Hygienists direct access and billing, supporting long-term sustainability and scalability. --- ## Due Dates - Summer 2025 Cycle: - Concept submissions: June 13, 2025 – August 1, 2025 - Full proposal deadline: September 19, 2025 - Funding decision: December 15, 2025 - Additional annual cycles are available; see the [application timeline](https://www.carequest.org/how-we-work/grantmaking/apply) for future dates. --- ## Funding Amount - Recent award example: $95,000 for a one-year project. - Funding amounts are flexible and determined based on project scope and alignment with CareQuest priorities. - No fixed minimum or maximum; budgets should reflect the needs and scale of the proposed project. --- ## Eligibility - Open to nonprofit or not-for-profit organizations based and operating in the United States or its territories. - Applicants must be tax-exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code or a public entity. - For-profit organizations and individuals are not eligible. - Projects must address oral health integration, health equity, care delivery, policy, advocacy, or research. --- ## Application Process - **Two-phase process:** 1. **Concept Submission:** Submit a 500-word project concept via the [online grants portal](https://carequest.fluxx.io/user_sessions/new) at any time during the open window for each cycle. 2. **Full Proposal:** If invited, submit a detailed proposal including project narrative, work plan, and budget. - Review the [application guide](https://www.carequest.org/sites/default/files/2025-02/CareQuest_Institute_2025%20Grant%20Proposal%20Guidance%20Document_2.22.25_v2.pdf) for detailed instructions. - Applicants are encouraged to contact the grants team to discuss project ideas before submission. --- ## Additional Information - CareQuest Institute prioritizes projects that address health disparities, innovative care models, and system-level change. - Funding is not provided for capital expenses, direct service, mobile vans, or payments for procedures. - Projects may focus on policy, advocacy, research, care delivery, or community capacity-building. - The grant supports both new and returning applicants. --- ## External Links - [CareQuest Grantmaking Overview](https://www.carequest.org/how-we-work/grantmaking) - [Current Funding Opportunities](https://www.carequest.org/how-we-work/grantmaking/search-all-grants) - [Application Portal (Fluxx)](https://carequest.fluxx.io/user_sessions/new) - [Application Guide PDF](https://www.carequest.org/sites/default/files/2025-02/CareQuest_Institute_2025%20Grant%20Proposal%20Guidance%20Document_2.22.25_v2.pdf) - [Eligibility Quiz](https://www.carequest.org/form/philanthropy-eligibility-quiz) - [Sample Funded Project](https://www.carequest.org/content/g-2406-21857) --- ## Contact Information | Purpose | Contact | |------------------------|-----------------------------------------------| | General inquiries | [grants@carequest.org](mailto:grants@carequest.org) | | Funder home page | [CareQuest Institute for Oral Health](https://www.carequest.org) | | Application portal | [Fluxx Portal](https://carequest.fluxx.io/user_sessions/new) | | More funding info | [Grantmaking page](https://www.carequest.org/how-we-work/grantmaking) |

Integrating Dental Hygienists into Primary Care Teams in Accountable Care Organizations: Higher Tier Oral Health Requirements for Value-Based Care

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