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

$14M+ awarded in 2025; typical grant period is up to 1 year; award size flexible based on project scope.

Supports systemic transformation and equity in oral health via policy, advocacy, community engagement, care delivery, and research grants.

Requires concept submission before full proposal; for US-based nonprofits, government, or educational/research institutions.

--- ## Description CareQuest Institute for Oral Health provides competitive grants to catalyze systemic change in oral health, focusing on health equity for underserved communities. Funding supports initiatives in four main areas: policy and advocacy (e.g., Medicaid/Medicare dental benefits, state and federal policy change), community capacity and voice (engagement of communities most affected by oral health inequities), care delivery (innovative, integrated, and person-centered models), and research (data-driven projects to inform and inspire transformation). The program is designed to address disparities, foster innovation, and integrate oral health within broader health systems. --- ## Due Dates - **Concept Submission Deadlines:** - November 20, 2025 - February 17, 2026 - June 4, 2026 - November 9, 2026 - February 15, 2027 - November 8, 2027 - **Full Proposal Submission Deadlines (by invitation):** - January 7, 2026 - April 13, 2026 - July 22, 2026 - January 4, 2027 - April 12, 2027 *Applicants must submit a concept first; only invited applicants may submit a full proposal.* --- ## Funding Amount - Over $14 million awarded in 2025 across 90 organizations. - Grant amounts are flexible and based on project scope; no strict minimum or maximum. - Typical grant period is up to 1 year; grantees may reapply in subsequent cycles. - Indirect cost rate up to 15% allowed. --- ## Eligibility - Open to nonprofit or not-for-profit organizations, government agencies, and educational/research institutions based in the 50 US states or Washington, DC. - For-profit organizations and individuals are not eligible. - Applicants must demonstrate experience or commitment to policy/systems change, health equity, and community engagement. - Projects must be US-based and align with CareQuest’s priorities in policy, community, care delivery, or research. - Direct service, capital expenses, and mobile vans are **not** funded. --- ## Application Process 1. **Concept Submission:** - Submit a brief concept (up to 500 words) via the [CareQuest Fluxx portal](http://carequest.fluxx.io/). - Include a description of the issue, project, and intended use of funds. - No full budget required at this stage. 2. **Full Proposal (by invitation):** - If your concept aligns with program priorities, you will be invited to submit a detailed proposal, including project narrative, work plan, and budget. - Guidance and templates are provided to invited applicants. - Indirect cost rate up to 15% permitted. 3. **Review and Notification:** - Proposals are reviewed for alignment with strategic priorities, impact, and feasibility. - Final determination dates are typically 1–2 months after full proposal deadlines. --- ## Additional Information - The program funds both established and emerging organizations, including those responding to urgent or emergent needs (e.g., disaster relief, urgent equipment replacement). - Emphasis on projects that center community voice, particularly from historically marginalized populations. - Applicants may contact the grants team prior to applying for guidance. - CareQuest Institute is transitioning to fewer cycles per year; deadlines and cycles may change in future years. --- ## External Links - [Grant Overview & Eligibility](https://carequest.org/grants-overview/) - [Apply for a Grant](https://carequest.org/grants-overview/apply/) - [Grant Proposal Guidance Document](https://carequest.org/carequest_institute_2025-grant-proposal-guidance-document_1-28-26_date-edit-mc/) - [Fluxx Grant Portal (Submission)](http://carequest.fluxx.io/) - [CareQuest Institute FAQ](https://carequest.org/faq/#grants) - [OPEN Initiative](https://carequest.org/policy-advocacy/open/) --- ## Contact Information | Purpose | Contact | |--------------------------|------------------------------------------| | General Inquiries | [grants@carequest.org](mailto:grants@carequest.org) | | Contact Page | [CareQuest Contact](https://www.carequest.org/contact) | ---

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