How to Apply
All applications must be accompanied by a W-9 Form.
Unsolicited Grant Proposals
The ADA Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. All Requests for Applications are announced via this Web site. The Foundation gives grants to non-profit organizations only and does not give grants to individuals.
Awards
The Bud Tarrson Dental School Student Community Leadership AwardThe ADA Foundation Bud Tarrson Dental School Student Community Leadership Award annually highlights significant dental student outreach to vulnerable communities. One application from each dental school is accepted. One award of $5,000 will be made to one dental school on behalf of the student's or mentor's winning application. 2011 Guidelines and Application
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George C. Paffenbarger Student Research Award
The ADA Foundation offers the Paffenbarger Award in collaboration with the Academy of Operative Dentistry. This student research award honors George C. Paffenbarger, an internationally recognized authority on dental materials and a pioneer in the development of specifications and standards for testing materials. The ADA Foundation's Paffenbarger Research Center is named in his honor. The Award is open to dental students at all levels who wish to undertake novel research relevant to contemporary operative dentistry.
Research Training Fellowships
Scientist in Training Fellowship
This Research Training Fellowship program is conducted at the ADAF Paffenbarger Research Center (PRC). The program includes a full-time fellow working in conjunction with the PRC's scientific research staff. This program has been made possible by the Great-West Life and Annuity Insurance Company. Individuals interested in learning more about the program, application process or deadlines are invited to contact PRC director of administration, Dr. Clifton M. Carey by e-mail.
Dentsply International Research Fellowship
Finalists in the Annual Dental Student Research Competition conducted by Dentsply International are eligible to apply for this 10-week research opportunity. The recipient receives a $4,000 stipend plus room and board expenses in order to work in the Foundation's Paffenbarger Research Center located in Gaithersburg, Maryland. Applications are made available at the dental school research advisor and/or dean's office.
Summer Scholars Fellowship Award
Submission Deadline: Check back in June 2012 for application details.
The ADAF Paffenbarger Research Center (PRC) annually appoints two young investigators to its summer scholars program. The program, begun in 1940, brings industrial and dental researchers together in an environment outside the dental school. This program is made possible by Dentsply International. Individuals interested in learning more about the program, application process or deadlines are invited to contact PRC summer scholars program coordinator, Gretchen Duppins at gretchen.duppins@nist.gov.
Allied Dental Scholarship Recipients have been announced for 2011.
The ADA Foundation funds scholarships for dental student, underrepresented minority dental students and allied dental students including dental hygiene, dental assisting and dental laboratory technology. Submission deadlines vary and application materials must be obtained from the applicant's school.Grants
Samuel Harris Fund For Children's Dental Health Grants Program
Grants of up to $5,000 each are offered to non-profit organizations and agencies that sponsor oral health instruction for mothers/caregivers to help reduce the incidence of early childhood caries. Approximately 17 grants will be awarded in 2012. The application deadline is the third Monday in April.
- Harris Grant Guidelines and Application Template (DOC)
- Harris Grant Frequently Asked Questions (PDF)
Kudos to the 17 organizations selected to receive 2011 ADA Foundation Harris Grants. A total of $84,552 is being awarded. This year’s Harris Grant focus was prenatal and postnatal early childhood caries education programs for parents and caregivers. Notification was e-mailed to all grantees on September 19, 2011.
Disaster Assistance Grant Program
The purpose of ADA Foundation Disaster Assistance Grant Program is to provide assistance to members of the dental profession who have lost property in a declared disaster and to support provision of emergency dental care in areas affected by disasters. The ADA Foundation provides disaster grants in the following areas:
- Grants to dentists who have been affected by disasters to assist with immediate needs
- Grants to organizations which can provide dental services to affected areas
For Dentists
Applications and Rules for dentists are provided below for Disaster Grant Applicants. A dentist must submit the application directly to their component or constituent dental society.
Additional Disaster Preparedness Resources for dentists are available on the ADA's Disaster Planning and Recovery Page.
For Non-Profit Organizations
501(c)(3) organizations that can provide needed dental care in communities affected by a disaster are eligible to submit a written request for support funds directly to the ADA Foundation. For further details, please see the Disaster Grant Program Rules below.
Note: Rules are designed to facilitate the administration of the disaster grant programs under the auspices of the ADA Foundation. These Rules shall govern all applications for, and approval of, all disaster grants arranged through the ADA Foundation. The ADA Foundation Board of Directors may amend these Rules at its sole discretion.
Relief Grant Program
Submission Deadline: Rolling
The purpose of the ADA Foundation Relief Grant Program is to provide financial assistance to dentists and their dependents who, because of accidental injury, a medical condition, disability or advanced age, are unable to meet basic living expenses.
Give Kids A Smile® Grants
Please check back after April 2012 for Give Kids A Smile grant information.
