CDA Foundation

06/03/2026

The ADA offers a variety of resources to help dentists and their team members prioritize their well-being, including the Well-Being Index, an anonymous, validated assessment and measurement tool developed by the Mayo Clinic to address clinician distress and well-being, and continuing education courses focused on provider and patient mental health. To learn more about the ADA’s wellness resources, visit

The ADA offers various resources to help dentists prioritize their well-being during Mental Health Awareness Month.

06/02/2026

Last chance! Nominations for our inaugural Public Health Leadership Award close June 5. The award honors California dentists who have demonstrated a lifetime of exceptional leadership and commitment to dental public health and public policy. Submit a nomination: https://hubs.ly/Q04jNDN50

06/02/2026

Nearly half of dental students face challenges meeting basic food needs while navigating the financial demands of their education. That's why the CDA Foundation has launched the new Dental Student Food Insecurity Program to provide direct support at all seven California dental schools. The program will fund on-campus food pantries and financial wellness education focused on budgeting, meal planning and accessing available resources. Make a difference by donating to the Dental Student Food Insecurity Program today. https://www.cda.org/newsroom/cda-foundation/new-cda-foundation-program-addresses-food-insecurity-experienced-by-nearly-half-of-california-dental-students/

05/27/2026

Dental students, have you heard about our new grant? The Dental Student Wellness Grant is now available to boost students’ well-being by supporting student-initiated events that foster long-term wellness strategies. Apply for grant funding by proposing a wellness event you’d like to host at your dental school. Learn more: https://hubs.ly/Q04hYTMj0

05/26/2026

Recognize a California dentist who has demonstrated a lifetime of volunteer commitment and leadership by nominating them for the 2026 Humanitarian Award. Review the award criteria and submit a nomination before May 31. https://hubs.ly/Q04g6hkT0

05/21/2026

The Public Health Leadership Award celebrates and recognizes a dentist whose leadership and advocacy has strengthened the profession’s ability to meet oral health needs at the local, state, national and even international level. Have someone in mind you’d like to nominate? Review the application criteria and nominate a dentist before the application cycle closes on May 31: https://www.cda.org/about/cda-foundation/grants-and-awards/public-health-leadership-award/

Help us recognize a California dentist who has distinguished themselves through a lifetime of outstanding, unselfish leadership and contributions in the field of dental public health and public policy. Submit a nomination for the Public Health Leadership Award by May 31: https://www.cda.org/about/cda-foundation/grants-and-awards/public-health-leadership-award/

05/19/2026

05/18/2026

We hope you enjoyed our course and Wellness Space at CDA Presents and found a moment to reset, reconnect and prioritize your own well-being. For more information about our Wellness Program and to see how we support dentists, office staff and their loved-ones, click here: https://www.cda.org/about/cda-foundation/wellness-program/

05/14/2026

As a dental professional, you give so much to your patients and your team. Stop by the Wellness Space, presented by the CDA Foundation, during CDA Presents to reset, reconnect, enjoy fresh coffee, massage chairs and prioritize your own well-being.