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 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.

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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.

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

April 15, 2025
Dentists, dental professionals can apply for up to $5K for education expenses through Webb Family Grant

Interested applicants are encouraged to carefully review eligibility criteria and application guidelines.

April 8, 2025
Nominate a California dentist for CDA Foundation’s Humanitarian Award by May 31

The recipient's work is a reminder that compassion and expertise, when combined, have the power to transcend barriers and change…

February 24, 2025
Meet Your Board Member: Dr. Chavez

Chavez’s expertise in care for geriatric patients is very valuable as the CDA Foundation works to fulfill its own mission…

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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