Small Grants Program
This grant funds innovative research or education projects that advance dental public health, prevention, and oral health outcomes, supporting preliminary work for future larger grants.
Funder: American Association of Public Health Dentistry
Due Dates (Anticipated): January 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $5,000 for a one-year project; no indirect costs or PI salary allowed.
Summary: Supports innovative education or research projects to advance dental public health, prevention, and oral health outcomes.
Key Information: All applicants and listed investigators must be AAPHD members at submission.
Description
The American Association of Public Health Dentistry (AAPHD) Foundation Small Grants Program aims to stimulate innovative education or research projects that benefit dental public health and improve oral health outcomes. The program supports initiatives aligned with the Foundation’s mission, including disease prevention, health promotion, effective service delivery, and public education on oral health. Projects may focus on improving access to oral health services, strengthening the dental public health workforce, translating scientific research into practice, and maintaining competency in dental public health. The grant is intended to generate preliminary data to support applications for larger funding opportunities.
