2022 Project Grants
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Arcora Foundation is excited to announce a funding opportunity to support oral health projects that increase access to dental care, improve social determinants of health, and/or promote healthy behaviors, particularly within Black, Indigenous, and other communities of color. Applications will be evaluated based on how well the project intends to narrow disparity gaps, particularly within its community of focus.
Application cycle is open October 26, 2022 through December 2, 2022 at 5 p.m. PST. To access the full application details, click here or continue to the end of this webpage.
Eligibility
Arcora Foundation has up to $300,000 available to fund oral health projects, with project grants of up to $50,000 each. Funding is limited to:
- Organizations that are tax-exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code or similar status.
- Projects that impact individuals in Washington state.
- Funding is for projects that take place in the 2023 calendar year.
- One application per organization.
Below are examples of projects that may qualify for grant funding, but are not intended to limit your creativity or focus. Projects will likely fall under one of these three categories, but are not expected to meet all three.
Access to Care
How will this project make it easier for people to access dental care that meets their needs?
Outcomes may include:
- Make it easier for people to get the dental care they need, at the right time, and in the right place (such as daycare or transportation services).
- Provide care coordination support to address barriers to care.
Healthy Behaviors
How will this project motivate people to make lasting changes to improve their oral health?
Outcomes may include:
- Increase consumption of tap water.
- Decrease consumption of sugary beverages.
Social Determinants of Health
How will this project address systemic barriers so that it is easier to achieve good oral health?
Outcomes may include:
- Address food access, housing, transportation, and health literacy, including advocacy projects in these areas and/or build community power.
- Promote activities and policies that support the drinking of fluoridated water.
Note: Arcora Foundation funding cannot be used to pay dental providers for individual dental care or treatment, such as uncompensated/free care or co-pays.
Apply for Project Grant
To apply, please complete and submit the grant application form at the bottom of the page. At the end of the grant application, you’ll be asked to upload the Project Budget and Support Template, a W-9, and if available a completed ACH Direct Deposit form (requests for a check will delay payment). These forms can be found in the additional links section below.
Applications are due by 5 p.m. on Friday, December 2, 2022. After you submit your request, you will receive a confirmation email from Arcora Foundation. An Arcora Foundation team member will contact you within 10 business days if there are any follow-up questions. If you have questions or need assistance, please contact Heather Knaplund at hknaplund@arcorafoundation.org.
Additional Links
- Project and Budget Support (.xlsx)
- W-9 Form (.pdf)
- ACH Form (.pdf)
- Instructions for Project Grant Application Submission (.pdf)
- Grant Application Questions (Please use the link below for application submission.)
If you have submission questions, please refer to the instructions above or email Heather Knaplund at hknaplund@arcorafoundation.org.
Create an account and start the application.
Thank you for improving the oral health and well-being of your community.