[Rhode Island Foundation](https://rifoundation.org)

June 2026 (Full application deadline, by 3:00 p.m. EST)

Typical awards range from $500 to $5,000; single-year funding; one application per organization per year.

Supports Rhode Island organizations and projects advancing oral health, dental care access, education, and public service initiatives through targeted grant funding.

--- ## Description The Rhode Island Dental Foundation Fund provides annual grants to community organizations in Rhode Island focused on oral and dental health. Established in 2023 by the Rhode Island Dental Foundation (an affiliate of the Rhode Island Dental Association), the fund supports a range of initiatives, including improving the art and science of dentistry, dental public service projects, increased dental care accessibility for underserved populations, public oral health education, and scholarships for dental auxiliaries. Projects must have a direct impact on oral health outcomes in Rhode Island and may include free clinics, education programs, or other charitable/educational activities related to oral health. --- ## Due Dates - June 2026 (anticipated/projected): Full application deadline (applications must be submitted by 3:00 p.m. EST) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Grants typically range from $500 to $5,000 per award. - Funding is for a single year. - Organizations may submit only one application per year to this fund. --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be community organizations located in Rhode Island. - Projects must focus on oral and dental health within Rhode Island. - Eligible activities include: - Education and research programs to advance dentistry in Rhode Island - Dental public service projects - Programs to improve access to dental care for underserved Rhode Islanders - Public education about oral health - Other charitable or educational projects related to oral health - Free clinics or projects involving direct dental care by Rhode Island Dental Association members - Scholarships for Rhode Island residents training to become dental auxiliaries (must intend to work in Rhode Island for at least one year) - Only one application per organization per year is permitted. - Applying to this fund does not restrict organizations from applying to other Rhode Island Foundation grant programs. --- ## Application Process - Complete and submit the online Small Grant Program application via the [Rhode Island Foundation Grants Portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=rif). - Submit a completed [budget form](https://stdidrifoundationprod.blob.core.windows.net/rifoundation/documents/Proposal-Budget-Type-C.XLSX) as part of your application. - Include a proposal narrative (provided within the application system). - Attach a current list of your organization's board of directors. - Applications are reviewed once per year, with funding decisions typically made in September. --- ## Additional Information - The application portal requires registration for new users. - Technical assistance is available if you encounter issues with the portal. - Scholarships are specifically for Rhode Island residents planning to work as dental auxiliaries in the state for at least one year. --- ## External Links - [Rhode Island Dental Foundation Fund Grants Program Page](https://rifoundation.org/grant/rhode-island-dental-foundation-fund-grants) - [Rhode Island Foundation Grants Portal (Apply/Login)](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=rif) - [Grant Request Budget Form (XLSX)](https://stdidrifoundationprod.blob.core.windows.net/rifoundation/documents/Proposal-Budget-Type-C.XLSX) --- ## Contact Information | Name/Role | Email | Phone | Web Contact Page | |--------------------------|---------------------------------|-----------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | Grants Operations Manager| iross@rifoundation.org | (401) 274-4564 | [Contact Rhode Island Foundation](https://rifoundation.org/about/your-community-foundation/contact) | ---

Rhode Island Dental Foundation Fund Grants

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