Smile Grants
Delta Dental of Iowa Foundation Smile Grants fund short-term educational projects that advance overall health (not oral health) in Iowa, emphasizing community-driven, innovative approaches to improve Iowans’ well-being.
Funder: Delta Dental of Iowa
Due Dates: Rolling (until funds are exhausted for overall health projects; oral health Smile Grants fully allocated as of March 25, 2026)
Funding Amounts: Up to $10,000 per project; short-term, primarily educational activities; rapid 2–3 week decision timeline.
Summary: Supports short-term, educational projects in Iowa that align with the Foundation’s core initiatives in overall health (oral health funds fully allocated for 2026).
Key Information: Only overall health projects are eligible at this time; oral health Smile Grant funds are no longer available for 2026.
Description
Smile Grants from the Delta Dental of Iowa Foundation are designed to support short-term, primarily educational projects that advance the Foundation’s core initiatives in health. These grants are intended for organizations aiming to implement educational activities, provide materials, or supply resources that promote health improvement across Iowa. As of March 25, 2026, funding for oral health–related Smile Grants has been fully allocated; only projects focused on overall health (such as mental health, vision care, workforce development, and related priorities) are currently being considered. The program emphasizes community-driven, innovative approaches that strengthen and transform the health and smiles of Iowans.
