This grant helps states create and run new programs to improve dental care in areas where there aren't enough dental health professionals. It's about making sure more people have access to dental care by supporting the workforce in these regions.
Who it's for: This grant is primarily for state governments looking to enhance their dental health workforce in areas that lack enough dental professionals.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Not being a state government
- Failing to address Dental Health Professional Shortage Areas
- Not meeting cost-sharing requirements
- Missing the application deadline
What You May Need
- Proof of state government status
- Plan for addressing Dental Health Professional Shortage Areas
- Budget proposal including cost-sharing details
- Completed application forms
- Documentation of previous relevant programs (if applicable)
Cautions
- Cost-sharing is required, so be prepared to contribute funds
- Ensure your program specifically targets Dental Health Professional Shortage Areas
- Strict deadline for application submission
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants are state governments. The grant is open to any state government that can develop programs to address the needs of Dental Health Professional Shortage Areas. There are no restrictions beyond being a state government, but applicants must be able to meet cost-sharing requirements.
Overview
This grant is primarily for state governments looking to enhance their dental health workforce in areas that lack enough dental professionals.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Not being a state government
- Failing to address Dental Health Professional Shortage Areas
- Not meeting cost-sharing requirements
- Missing the application deadline
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to develop and implement programs that support the dental health workforce in shortage areas, such as training, recruitment, and retention initiatives.
Total Program Funding
$14,800,000
Expected Awards
37
Cost Sharing
Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Jun 15, 2026
- Deadline
- Jul 17, 2026(31 days)
- Archive Date
- Sep 30, 2026
Application Checklist
- Verify eligibility as a state government
- Develop a comprehensive plan targeting Dental HPSAs
- Prepare a detailed budget including cost-sharing
- Gather all necessary documentation
- Submit the application by July 17, 2026