We are honored to support more than 22 Dental Clinics across Kentucky in 2022. Their passion to help those in need has a positive impact on thousands of Kentuckians in need each year. We appreciate all of their hard work and giving their wonderful patients a healthy and happy smile!

2023 Funding Priorities

Delta Dental’s core purpose is the advancement of oral health care for Kentuckians through our dental benefits programs and philanthropic efforts. In keeping with our corporate mission, we give preference to organizations and initiatives that focus on the improvement of oral health.

Grant Cycle Timeline

Requests are accepted and reviewed from August 15th to November 11th, 2022. Notifications will be sent to all applicants between December 22, 2022, and December 31, 2022.

Grant Recipient Requirements

New and current grant recipients must complete a service value worksheet and grant report upon completion of their project or once grant funds are spent (Delta Dental will supply reporting forms). Reports are due by February 28th of the following funding year.

Recipients must work with Delta Dental of Kentucky to promote grant partnerships through media opportunities, organization materials, social media, etc.

Applicant Requirements

In order to apply for funding, you must meet the following criteria:

• The organization must be tax-exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code (or working for community benefit)
• Applicants must service or benefit individuals and communities within the state of Kentucky
• The proposal clearly advances oral health care in Kentucky.
• The following organizations are specifically excluded from receiving grants:
  • Individuals
  • Organizations that discriminate by race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status, or national origin
  • Political activities, organizations, or campaigns
  • Loans
  • Projects developed for commercial or proprietary purposes
  • Past grantees that have failed to provide charitable contribution surveys or other requested documentation
    
    

For additional questions, contact Foundation@deltadentalky.com

Delta Dental of Kentucky’s mobile dental unit program, Smiles Across the Commonwealth, provides no-cost dental services to under-served communities across Kentucky. This mobile dental unit is available to any Kentucky non-profit to provide basic dental services to those in need. Any licensed dental volunteer is welcome aboard to provide services.

In need of dental volunteers for your event? We can help!