Delta Dental of Arkansas Foundation – Mini Grants

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Up to $2,500 for Community-Based Oral Health Projects in Arkansas

The Delta Dental of Arkansas Foundation Mini Grant program supports innovative, solution-based projects that improve oral health outcomes across Arkansas. These grants are designed to fund smaller, community-driven initiatives that prevent dental disease, increase education, and expand access to care.

Organization: Delta Dental of Arkansas Foundation
Support Type: Mini grant (rolling review)
Geographic Focus: Arkansas

About the Funder

Delta Dental of Arkansas Foundation works to transform oral health in Arkansas through collaboration, innovation, education, and service. The Foundation provides grants that help Arkansans access oral health education, prevention, and treatment resources.

Funding Overview

💰 Maximum Award: $2,500
🔁 Eligibility: One Mini Grant per organization within a 12-month period
📅 Applications: Accepted year-round (January–December)
🗓 Monthly Deadline: First Friday of each month
📢 Decision Notification: Second Thursday review; notification typically by Friday

Approved applicants can expect to receive funding approximately two weeks after decision notification. Final reports are required within 30 days (or 60 days per earlier published guidance) following project completion.

What This Program Supports

Mini Grants fund projects that focus exclusively on oral health in Arkansas. Typical focus areas include:

Supply

Provide oral health supplies to community members.

Educate

Educate communities about oral hygiene and preventative care.

Prevent

Partner with dental professionals to provide preventative services.

Treat

Implement projects that connect individuals to needed dental treatment.

The Foundation prioritizes projects that:

Prevent oral health issues
Educate individuals about the importance of oral health
Improve access to care and treatment

Eligible Applicants

Applicants must be:

A registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit
A government agency
A school
A charitable dental clinic (such as an FQHC)
Located and registered in Arkansas (national organizations must have an Arkansas chapter)

Additional requirements:

All funding must be used within Arkansas
Grants are not awarded to individuals
Organizations must wait 12 months and submit a final report before reapplying

Allowable & Non-Allowable Costs

Grant Funds May Be Used For:

Program or administrative staff time (oral health portion only)
Equipment, supplies, consumables, and one-time costs
Denture lab fees
Daily operational costs related to the oral health program
Educational materials and curriculum

Grant Funds Cannot Be Used For:

Paying dentists or hygienists directly
Covering treatment costs, billable procedures, co-pays, or deductibles
Fundraising events or sponsorships
Private foundations or endowments
Organizational debt
Excessive salaries, travel, or gifts
Programs that discriminate

Toothapalooza Project Ideas

The Foundation also offers a Toothapalooza Playbook with sample project ideas, including:

Free dental screenings and fluoride varnish
“Dentist for a Day” education activities
Flossing demonstrations
Sealant education activities

Organizations may use these templates or propose their own innovative oral health initiatives.

How Applications Are Reviewed

Applications are evaluated monthly based on:

Clarity and completeness of the proposal
Potential impact on oral health outcomes in Arkansas
Review committee recommendations

Funding decisions are final, but feedback is provided if a project is not selected.

Application Process

Interested organizations are encouraged to register through the Foundation’s online grant management portal and review all Mini Grant Guidelines before applying.

Applications must be completed by the monthly deadline to be considered for that review cycle.

Apply / Learn More:
➡️ https://www.deltadentalar.com/giving-back/delta-dental-of-arkansas-foundation/funding-opportunities/mini-grants

Why This Opportunity Is a Good Fit

This opportunity is ideal for:

Arkansas-based nonprofits launching small, focused oral health initiatives
Schools or clinics providing preventative dental education
Community organizations seeking modest funding to expand oral health outreach
Programs needing flexible support up to $2,500

The Delta Dental of Arkansas Foundation Mini Grant is especially well suited for grassroots organizations looking to implement practical, community-centered oral health solutions.

Corporate Grants Guide Notes

Review Type: Rolling (monthly review cycle)
Typical Award: Up to $2,500
Best Suited For: Arkansas nonprofits implementing oral health prevention, education, and access initiatives