(SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. – Sept. 1, 2026) — The Delta Dental of Arizona Foundation is pleased to announce the application window is now open for its 2027 grant cycle, with grants ranging from $5,000 to $30,000 available to organizations serving underserved and uninsured Arizonans through programs focused on oral health, medical-dental integration, food insecurity and, for the first time, vision. Eligible programs may include oral health education, disease prevention and access to dental care; programs that integrate oral health with medical care; food banks, after-school and weekend food programs for children and senior food delivery programs; and vision education, prevention and treatment programs. To give perspective, in 2026, the Delta Dental of Arizona Foundation awarded $838,372 in grants to 37 nonprofit organizations that work with underserved populations of all ages through oral health and nutritional programs.
“Good health is about more than any one area of care, and our investments in Arizona communities reflect that,” said Michael Jones, president and chief executive officer of Delta Dental of Arizona and chair of the Delta Dental of Arizona Foundation. “Delta Dental of Arizona has offered vision benefits for nearly 20 years, so expanding our grant program to include vision is a natural next step in how we support whole-person health. By investing in programs focused on oral health, medical-dental integration, food insecurity and now vision, we can help more Arizonans access the care and resources they need to live healthier lives.”
Applications are due Thursday, Oct. 8 by 5 p.m. Grant recipients will be notified in late 2026, with funding made available soon after. Organizations are eligible to receive one grant per year, with awards made for a one-year period. Funds may be used to support appropriate programmatic expenses, salaries, supplies and equipment.
“We see firsthand how creative and resourceful Arizona nonprofits are in addressing the needs of the people they serve,” said Barb Kozuh, executive director of the Delta Dental of Arizona Foundation. “Adding vision to our 2027 grant program gives us another way to support that work, whether an organization is connecting someone to dental or vision care, addressing food insecurity or finding better ways to connect oral and medical care. We are looking for strong programs with measurable outcomes that can make a meaningful difference.”
Eligible applicants for the 2027 grant cycle include 501(c)(3) organizations in good standing with the Arizona Corporation Commission. Public schools, federally recognized Indian tribes and governmental entities are also eligible. Organizations may apply for grants in four program areas: oral health, medical-dental integration, food insecurity and vision.
Guidelines and application materials are available at http://www.deltadentalaz.com/foundation/grants.
Grants are only one type of investment Delta Dental of Arizona makes to support access to health and wellness statewide. According to the Delta Dental Institute’s 2025 Community Impact Report highlighting the philanthropic investments that Delta Dental companies made last year to support the oral and overall health of communities across the country, Delta Dental of Arizona contributed $2,005,743, positively impacting 724,544 people across the state’s 15 counties.
By the numbers:
- $2,005,743 was donated to improve health and wellness in Arizona
- 122 Arizona nonprofits were touched by Delta Dental of Arizona’s good works
- 155,862 toothbrushes, 149,064 tubes of toothpaste, and 127,872 dental floss pods were donated in Arizona
- 907 hours of volunteer service were completed by Delta Dental of Arizona employees
- 55,239 children received free dental screenings through Delta Dental of Arizona
- 2.8 million meals were provided for Arizona families through Delta Dental of Arizona
To further expand access, Delta Dental of Arizona also offers a free Dental Care Resource Guide, a publicly available directory of low-cost dental clinics across Arizona tailored for uninsured and underinsured individuals and families.
About Delta Dental of Arizona
Delta Dental of Arizona (Delta Dental) is a health and wellness company providing affordable dental and vision benefits to individuals, families and businesses throughout the state. Building on its reputation as the state’s largest and most experienced dental insurance provider, Delta Dental’s mission is to create a path to better health and wellness. Since 2010, Delta Dental of Arizona, through its Foundation, has given more than $22 million to support oral health education, disease prevention and food assistance programs for underserved and uninsured communities across the state. For more information about Delta Dental of Arizona, visit www.deltadentalaz.com.