NZDA-ADI Oral Health Access to Care Grants

NZDA-ADI Oral Health Access to Care Grants

Dentistry International Foundation (ADI Foundation), has launched the NZDA–ADI Oral Health Access to Care Grants.

These grants provide funding for community-based oral health projects that:

• Improve access to oral health care for underserved populations
• Reduce inequities related to cost, geography, disability, and workforce availability
• Combine preventive education with practical care delivery
• Support sustainable, locally informed approaches to oral health care

The grants are designed to support locally led, service-oriented projects delivered by NZDA member dentists, in collaboration with oral health professionals, community organisations, and local partners.

This programme reflects NZDA’s commitment to equity and community service, and the ADI Foundation’s global mission to advance dentistry, support healthcare volunteerism, and improve oral and general health for underserved communities worldwide.

Funding Available

• 2 × $5,000 Oral Health Access to Care Grants (Aotearoa New Zealand)
• 1 × $5,000 Oral Health Access to Care Grant (Pacific)

Application Period: 1 April 2026 to 15 May 2026
Grant Utilisation Period: July to October 2026

Reporting: Final outcomes reports are due within two months of project conclusion (template provided to successful applicants).

About the Grants

1. Oral Health Access to Care Grant – Aotearoa New Zealand
This grant supports community-based projects in Aotearoa New Zealand that improve access to oral health care through a combination of education and treatment.

Projects may address barriers such as cost, limited-service availability, rural isolation, disability, or culturally inappropriate service models. Funding supports practical initiatives that deliver direct benefit to underserved communities while promoting preventive oral health behaviours.

2. Oral Health Access to Care Grant – Pacific
This grant supports community-led oral health outreach, education, and care in Pacific communities.

Projects must be delivered in partnership with local organisations or providers and demonstrate cultural appropriateness, respect for local leadership, and a commitment to sustainability. Activities may include outreach clinics, preventive education, workforce support, or capacity building to strengthen long-term access to care.

Who Can Apply

Applications are open to NZDA member dentists, working independently or in collaboration with oral health professionals, community organisations, and local partners.

Download application form here

Further Information

For further information about the NZDA–ADI Oral Health Access to Care Grants, please contact:

Contact Anishma Ram for further information.