Making a Difference
To care for those in need is at the heart of the CDA Foundation. Through the generosity of countless volunteers and donors, we’re creating lasting change for California’s most vulnerable citizens. The Foundation is making an impact on health equity in our state through comprehensive and ongoing direct patient care, education, mental health and wellness, dental practice staffing pathways, and results-driven grants and awards.
CDA Cares
CDA Cares exemplifies the best of our dental community in action. We’re impacting lives, restoring dignity and creating smiles.
Wellness Program
Dentists receive confidential support for substance use disorder and mental health issues including burnout through CDA’s Wellness Program.
Over 30,000 Smiles
About five million Californians have no dental insurance (private or public). The California Dental Association and CDA Foundation host CDA Cares, a program that allows volunteer dentists, with the assistance of other dental professionals and community volunteers, to provide dental services at no charge.
CDA Foundation News
Personal stories, progress shared at CDA Foundation’s Wellness Program training
“By leading with empathy and building spaces for vulnerability, we strengthen our entire profession.”
Meet Your Board Member: Dr. Sanderson
Meet James Sanderson, DDS, one of the CDA Foundation’s current board members. Dr. Sanderson has a passion for philanthropy and…
Edgardo de la Vega, DDS, recognized for service in the Philippines with 2025 CDA Foundation Humanitarian Award
“His contribution in dentistry is unparalleled, [and] his extraordinary humanitarian services and volunteerism have set a high standard for others…
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About The CDA Foundation
The California Dental Association Foundation is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt corporation.
Contributions are tax-deductible to the extent of the law.
Tax ID number: 68-0411536