When I first joined the Delta Dental of Colorado Foundation (DDCOF) team last year, I heard two phrases that I now keep front and center as I approach my work: “Let’s put the mouth back in the body” and “oral health is overall health.” As a newcomer to philanthropy and oral health, I continually reflect […] The post Hope and Oral Health: Deserving Dental’s Journey to Break Systemic Barriers appeared first on Delta Dental of Colorado Foundation ..read more

Innovation thrives as diverse sectors come together with a shared goal The post More than 4,700 children in statewide Universal Preschool settings to receive free oral health screenings through funding from Delta Dental of Colorado Foundation appeared first on Delta Dental of Colorado Foundation ..read more

Innovation thrives as diverse sectors come together with a shared goal The post More than 4,700 children in statewide universal preschool settings to receive free oral health screenings through funding from Delta Dental of Colorado Foundation appeared first on Delta Dental of Colorado Foundation ..read more

Innovation thrives as diverse sectors come together with a shared goal The post More than 4,700 children in statewide universal preschool settings to receive free oral health screenings through funding from Delta Dental of Colorado Foundation appeared first on Delta Dental of Colorado Foundation ..read more

As we celebrate National Children’s Dental Health Month in February, it’s crucial for parents to understand the importance of fluoride varnish in maintaining their child’s healthy smile. This dental treatment, recommended by pediatricians, plays a vital role in preventing tooth decay, slowing it down, or stopping it from worsening. Fluoride varnish treatments, typically administered 2 […] The post Fluoride Varnish: A Shield for Your Child’s Smile appeared first on Delta Dental of Colorado Foundation ..read more

At Delta Dental of Colorado Foundation, we know that diversifying the oral health care workforce helps us achieve greater health outcomes for all. According to the Colorado Health Institute, Black and Hispanic patients with providers of the same race are more likely to be satisfied with their health care overall and consistently seek preventive care. […] The post Paving the Path Toward Accessible Dental Care Through Higher Education appeared first on Delta Dental of Colorado Foundation ..read more

Delta Dental of Colorado strives to do what’s right, and we believe that doing good is good for business. It’s an honor to be recognized by the Denver Business Journal as a 2023 Partner in Philanthropy. This award recognizes organizations that prioritize giving back to the community. Our mission is to improve the oral health […] The post Delta Dental of Colorado Recognized for Award-Winning Philanthropy appeared first on Delta Dental of Colorado Foundation ..read more

Thriving Families, a nonprofit organization located in metro-Denver, offers programs that support women, children, and their families during pregnancy and just after a baby is born – a critical period of development for children’s futures. With the support of Delta Dental of Colorado Foundation, Thriving Families is providing bilingual oral health care for families, a […] The post Nurturing Healthy Smiles: Thriving Families’ Support in Oral Care for Moms and Kids appeared first on Delta Dental of Colorado Foundation ..read more

An Unexpected Journey to Healthcare Advocacy Jim Garcia had never imagined that his career would lead him to the world of healthcare policy. As a dedicated staff member for Democratic U.S. Senator Tim Wirth, his primary focus had always been on policy issues related to healthcare. However, one thing was clear – he was passionate […] The post Improving Healthcare Access in Under-Resourced Communities appeared first on Delta Dental of Colorado Foundation ..read more

Nonprofits often face limited loan options, and the loans available in the private sector usually come with high-interest rates, making them less effective in a nonprofit context. In 2019, Whitney Gustin Connor took the helm as the Executive Director of Kids First Health Care, armed with her knowledge of capital loans from previous roles. “Kids […] The post Connecting Children and Families to Health Care through Mission-Related Investments appeared first on Delta Dental of Colorado Foundation ..read more