Making a Difference Around the World

Today, oral diseases affect 3.5 billion people worldwide and it is estimated that 2.3 billion people suffer from tooth decay.

Globally, untreated tooth decay in permanent teeth is the most common health condition. Unfortunately, most low-and-middle income countries are unable to provide services to prevent and treat oral health conditions. Most oral health conditions are largely preventable and can be treated in their early stages if care is accessible.

The Oral Health International Foundation was created to provide monetary grants to support those less fortunate. Since 1995, the Foundation has supported over 675 grants totaling $4,600,000 around the world. The need is great! Together, through the financial support of the Foundation and the dedication of dental professionals, we have and shall continue to enhance the quality of oral healthcare around the world.

Grant applications are accepted between March 1 - June 1.

2023-2024 Grant Recipients:

Asociacion Legion Honduras

Casa Colibri

Cherry Creek Rotary Club

Chicago Dental Society Foundation

Christ Community Health Services Augusta

Christ Luthern Health Ministries

Colorado Mission of Mercy

Community Helping Place

Cura Smiles, Inc.

Ethne Health Inc.

Footbridge

Genesis Community Health

Georgia Dental Association

Georgia Dental Association Foundation for Oral Health

Global Dental Relief

Goochland Cares

Grace Church

Haitian Health Foundation

Harvest House

Health Mission Outreach

Hope Clinic

Hope Dental Clinic

Lucy Corr Foundation

Ministry of Caring

Minnesota Dental Foundation

Mission Health Lexington