CDA Foundation

Working together for accessible, equitable and sustainable health care.

CDA Foundation 

Working together for accessible, equitable and sustainable health care. 

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 throughcomprehensive 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.

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Ways to donate

CDA Cares exemplifies the best parts of dentistry, but we can’t do it alone. Whether you volunteer your time or make a donation, there are ongoing opportunities to partner with us.

CDA Foundation News

August 29, 2024
CDA Foundation debuts newly adopted oral health care model at Long Beach clinic

The combined efforts of volunteers, sponsors, CDA Foundation leadership and community members led to more than 100 patients receiving restorative…

August 21, 2024
Meet your board member: Gabriela Garces

Meet Gabriela Garces, one of the CDA Foundation’s current board members. The Foundation’s board guides ongoing efforts to support dental…

Dr. Santos Cortez, DDS
May 23, 2024
Meet Your Board Member: Dr. Cortez

Meet Santos Cortez, DDS, one of the CDA Foundation’s current board members. Dr. Cortez has a long-standing commitment to organized…

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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