Investing In Access to Care
Access to Care Grant


Letter of Intent due August 15, 2011


Poor oral health poses a grave threat to the overall health and development of millions of young children but receives far less attention than more widely publicized concerns such as obesity, diabetes, and asthma. Through the Foundation's new grant initiatives, HSHC will provide access to care to disadvantaged at-risk youth in this country. We strive to become the leading advocate for comprehensive quality oral health care for all children.

HSHC Access to Care Grants are matching/challenge grants of up to $20,000 per year supporting local service initiatives that provide dental care to under served/ limited access children. Special consideration will be given to programs that have demonstrated success and/or have potential for replication in other communities. Initiatives demonstrating collaboration with other institutions and organizations will be given priority consideration.

HSHC funds may be applied to cover costs of clinic supplies and instruments, patient/ parent education materials, take-home supplies (toothbrushes, toothpaste, etc.), education and/or outreach to recruit dentist participation in program activities, or other activity with clear, direct impact on child oral care. Access to Care Grants must be expended within 12 months of award and recipients may reapply in subsequent years. Funding is awarded July 1, 2012.

To apply for an HSHC Access to Care grant, please review and complete the following documents:

Guidelines
Letter of Intent - DUE AUGUST 15, 2011