Grants are awarded to organizations in four areas: benevolent dentistry/access to dental care, oral health education for the public, education for dental professionals, and oral health related research.

Eligible organizations must be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit with public charity status, an educational institution, a government agency, or a faith-based organization serving all members of the community. The program, project or initiative funded by the grant should be dental health or education related and serve Oklahomans. The program cannot discriminate based on race, ethnicity, national origin, or religion.

Prior to applying, grant seekers should review the Funding Guidelines and Priorities. Applications are submitted online through the Delta Dental of Oklahoma Foundation grant management program. Deadline to apply for 2022 grants is October 15, 2021.

Since 1998, Delta Dental of Oklahoma has contributed more than $30 million to its Foundation to produce and support programs that provide oral health education and dental care to those in need. For more information about Delta Dental of Oklahoma Foundation, please visit DDOKFoundation.org.