[American Dental Hygienists' Association](https://www.adha.org)

March 31, 2026

$1,000–$2,500 per award; amount and number of awards vary by program

Supports dental hygienists' projects that improve oral health and preventive care for underserved communities.

Applicants must be licensed dental hygienists and ADHA members.

--- ## Description The Community Service Grants from the American Dental Hygienists' Association (ADHA) Foundation are designed to empower dental hygienists and local associations to address oral health needs in underserved populations. These grants support a variety of community health projects and initiatives, including preventive care such as fluoride varnish, oral health education, innovative programs for elderly adults, and efforts to reduce oral health inequities. The grants foster collaboration with community agencies and encourage creative, impactful solutions to improve public oral health across the United States. --- ## Due Dates - March 31, 2026: Community Service Grants — application portal closes The application portal typically opens January 1 each year and closes March 31. --- ## Funding Amount - **Healthy Start for Texas Teeth Community Service Grant:** $1,000 (one recipient annually; Texas residents only) - **Rosie Wall Community Spirit Grant:** $1,000 (one recipient annually) - **GoldenSmiles Community Service Grant:** $2,500 (one recipient annually; focused on elderly adults) - **Mars Wrigley Foundation Community Service Grant:** Amount and number of recipients vary annually Funding is intended for supplies, expenses, and activities that support the implementation of community oral health programs. --- ## Eligibility - Must be a **licensed dental hygienist** - Must be an **active member of the American Dental Hygienists’ Association (ADHA)** - Some grants have additional requirements (e.g., Texas residency for the Healthy Start for Texas Teeth grant) - Current ADHA Foundation Board of Directors, ADHA Board of Directors, and grant review committee members are **not eligible** to apply --- ## Application Process - Applications are submitted online through the ADHA Foundation portal ([Apply here](http://my.reviewr.com/s2/site/FY26communityservicegrants)) - Required materials typically include: - Project proposal/description - Budget details - Proof of ADHA membership and dental hygiene licensure - Recipients of certain grants (e.g., Mars Wrigley) must complete mid-year and final reports; others (Rosie Wall, GoldenSmiles, HSTT) are required to submit an end-of-year review - Follow ADHA Foundation on social media and subscribe to Foundation emails for updates on application cycles and requirements --- ## Additional Information - Each grant program focuses on a unique aspect of community service and may have specific priorities (e.g., elderly care, preventive interventions, regional focus) - The number of awards and available funding may change annually - For the most current information, regularly check the [ADHA Foundation Community Service Grants page](https://www.adha.org/foundation/community-service-grants/) --- ## External Links - [ADHA Foundation Community Service Grants](https://www.adha.org/foundation/community-service-grants/) - [ADHA Foundation Grants Overview](https://www.adha.org/foundation/grants/) - [ADHA Scholarships + Grants for Members](https://www.adha.org/education/scholarships-grants/) - [Application Portal](http://my.reviewr.com/s2/site/FY26communityservicegrants) - [ADHA Foundation Home](https://www.adha.org/foundation/) --- ## Contact Information | Contact Method | Details | |-----------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------| | Email | [foundation@adha.net](mailto:foundation@adha.net) | | General Contact Page | [ADHA Contact Us](https://www.adha.org/contact-us) | | Address | 444 North Michigan Avenue, Suite 3400, Chicago, IL 60611 |

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