Delta Dental of South Carolina – Oral Health Grant Program (2026)
Grants Advancing Access, Prevention, and Oral Health Equity Across South Carolina
The Delta Dental of South Carolina is now accepting Letters of Inquiry (LOIs) for its 2026 Oral Health Grant Program, supporting organizations working to improve oral health outcomes for South Carolinians—especially children, low-income residents, and other underserved populations.
Organization
Delta Dental of South Carolina
Support Type
Project/Program (restricted) grants, capacity building, and equipment
Geographic Focus
South Carolina
About the Funder
Delta Dental of South Carolina is committed to improving oral health for all ages statewide. Through its Oral Health Grant Program, the organization invests in education, prevention, treatment, and access to care—prioritizing initiatives that deliver measurable improvements in oral health and reduce disparities, particularly in underserved and rural communities.
Program Objectives
The Oral Health Grant Program aims to:
- Reduce oral disease through education, prevention, and treatment
- Ensure access to affordable, timely, and high-quality dental care
- Increase awareness of good oral health, with a focus on children and underserved populations
- Make measurable improvements in oral health outcomes statewide
- Help South Carolina rank among states with the highest oral health indicators
What This Program Supports
Grants are generally awarded for:
- Project / Program / Restricted funding
- Capacity Building
- Equipment
Preferences are given to proposals that:
- Increase access to care in rural areas or Dental Health Professional Shortage Areas (DHPSAs)
- Demonstrate dollar-for-dollar matching funds from other sources
Funding Amounts & Term
- Minimum Grant Amount: Over $5,000
- (Requests of $5,000 or less should be submitted via the community donations application)
- Maximum Grant Amount: Up to $100,000
- Grant Term: One year (single-year support only)
- Limit: One grant request per organization per year
Funding is guaranteed for the one-year term only and does not imply renewal.
Eligibility Requirements
Funded organizations must:
- Be a 501(c)(3) public charity, or
- Be a governmental entity or academic institution (e.g., not-for-profit school or health department)
- Serve individuals in South Carolina
Financial Documentation Requirements
- Organizations >5 years old with operating income ≥ $500,000:
- Submit audited financial statements (most recent fiscal year)
- Organizations < $500,000 income or <5 years old:
- Submit an independent CPA review
- Organizations without an audit or independent review:
- Eligible to apply for up to $25,000
- Organizations with an audit or independent review:
- Eligible to apply for up to $100,000
Application Process (Two-Stage)
- Letter of Inquiry (LOI) submitted online by the stated deadline
- Staff Review (may include a meeting or site visit)
- Invitation to Apply (if approved), followed by submission of a full application and required documents
- Charitable Giving Committee Review and funding decision
Applicants must select the South Carolina Oral Health Grant application.
Timeline & Key Dates (2026)
📅 Applications Open: February 2, 2026
📅 LOI Deadline: May 22, 2026
📅 Full Application Deadline (if invited): June 5, 2026
📅 Application Review: July 2026
📢 Grantees Announced: August 2026
Apply / Learn More
➡️ https://www.deltadentalsc.com/AboutUs/oral-health-grant-program
Why This Opportunity Is a Good Fit
This opportunity is ideal for organizations that:
- Improve oral health access and outcomes in South Carolina
- Serve rural communities or dental health shortage areas
- Can demonstrate measurable impact and matching support
- Need funding for programs, capacity building, or equipment
Corporate Grants Guide Notes
- Review Type: Competitive, two-stage (LOI → full application)
- Best Suited For: Nonprofits, schools, and public entities advancing oral health equity in South Carolina
