Apply now: CHF 10,000 (USD 11,200) grant for dental health projects that transform lives

GENEVA: Are you working on an oral health initiative that could impact a low-income or underserved community? The World Dental Development Fund (WDDF) is now accepting grant applications for 2025 – and this is your chance to secure CHF 10,000 (USD 11,200) in funding to make your project a reality.

About the Fund

Established in 1999 by FDI World Dental Federation, the WDDF supports sustainable, educational, and community-based dental health projects. Each year, three to five outstanding initiatives receive grants of up to CHF 10,000 to improve oral health outcomes in low- or middle-income countries, or among disadvantaged populations worldwide.

Whether your project focuses on oral health education, disease prevention, or integrating oral care into primary healthcare, this fund empowers grassroots change with meaningful support.

Who Can Apply?

Both FDI Member Associations and non-member organizations – including NGOs, universities, charitable bodies, and local health authorities – are eligible to apply. If you’re a non-member, make sure to include an endorsement letter from an FDI Regular Member Association in your country.

✅ What Projects Are Eligible?

To qualify for funding, your project must:

• Be community-based and aligned with national or regional health strategies.
• Address at least one of the following areas:
  • Oral health education
  • Oral health promotion
  • Disease prevention
  • Healthcare delivery
  • Integration into primary care
• Be completed within one year of receiving the grant.
• Be developed in collaboration with local authorities and stakeholders.

Application Deadline: 15 June 2025

This is more than just funding—it's a chance to drive lasting oral health transformation in communities that need it the most. Applications must be submitted no later than 15 June 2025. Start your application process today and help build a healthier, brighter future through dental care.