Welcome to the Minnesota Dental Foundation website where you can find a wealth of information about the activities and programs of your Foundation to help eliminate unmet oral health needs in Minnesota.

For individuals seeking dental care, please see the Donated Dental Services information. Also, check the MDA page on Public Resources.

A Lot Has Changed

DDS program volunteers needed

The DDS (Donated Dental Services) program provides comprehensive dental care to those who are disabled or who are elderly or medically fragile and cannot afford the needed dental care. It also provides services to veterans. It is a program of Dental Lifeline Network (DLN) and has been in Minnesota since 2003. Approximately 420 Minnesota dentists provide the needed care in their own offices. Specialty care is provided and all necessary lab work – crowns, bridges, dentures, etc. – is provided free by the labs. In 2022, Minnesota celebrated providing $15 million in free dental care.

Volunteer dentists generally see only one or two patients per year. About 200 patients are on the waiting list and it’s real easy to sign up to participate.

Watch the video below to see the impact the that DDS program has on providers and patients.

Martha Mordini Rukavina Loan Forgiveness Program

The Martha Mordini Rukavina Loan Forgiveness Program is now accepting applications.

Minnesota Dental Foundation OneSmile Gala

The Minnesota Dental Foundation’s most recent Gala was held on September 27 at the Nicollet Island Pavilion. Thank you to all who attended. Click here for photos and more information.

Please save the date of Friday, October 3, 2025, for the 9th OneSmile Gala. The event will be held at the Four Seasons Hotel, Minneapolis. Click here for more information.

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