This program reimburses dental schools and hygiene programs for unreimbursed oral health care provided to low-income people with HIV, improving access and supporting provider training.
Funder: Health Resources and Services Administration
Due Dates: July 10, 2026: Full application submission deadline (applications must be submitted electronically via Grants.gov by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on this date)
Funding Amounts: Estimated total program funding: $9,000,000 | Up to $1,200,000 per award | ~50 awards; single 6-month budget period
Summary: Provides partial reimbursement for unreimbursed oral health care costs incurred by accredited dental education programs serving low-income people with HIV.
This program supports accredited domestic dental schools and other dental education programs by reimbursing a portion of the unreimbursed costs of oral health care provided to low-income individuals with HIV. The goal is to improve access to oral health care and support education and training for dental providers serving people with HIV. Funding is distributed based on the number of patients with HIV served and the extent of unreimbursed care costs, relative to other applicants. The program is authorized under section 2692(b) of the Public Health Service Act.