Part of the Delta Dental network, protecting and improving oral health by providing dental coverage and supporting community oral health programs across Kentucky.
Delta Dental of Kentucky Inc’s recent giving is anchored by a very large annual transfer to its own foundation: $5,325,308 in 2024, $3,430,000 in 2023, and $2,102,000 in 2025. That pattern sits alongside a broader mix of grants and sponsorships tied to oral health, community health, prevention, and education across Kentucky. The foundation’s active grant portal is built for oral health access, preventive dental services, community dental programs, and school-based oral health, and its disaster-response pages show targeted support for Western Kentucky tornado recovery as well. Beyond the internal foundation funding, the grant record shows support for community institutions and civic programs in Louisville and Lexington, plus a set of health-related and education-oriented beneficiaries. Recent recipients include Greater Louisville Inc for event sponsorship, First Tee Louisville for general operations, and the American Heart Association for sponsorship support. The picture that emerges is a Kentucky-focused funder that combines program support, event sponsorship, and in-kind giving with a strong oral-health mission.
Oral health is the clearest program thread. The foundation’s active grant portals focus on oral health access, preventive dental services, community dental programs, and school-based oral health in Kentucky, and its Teeth on the Go program brings mobile dental services or resources to communities. Education shows up through named community and youth organizations. The University of Kentucky Varsity Lettermans Association received $30,000 in 2023, while First Tee Louisville received $20,000 in 2025 for general operations. The record also includes a $15,000 award to Lenell’s Beverage Boutique for Junior Achievement raffle items, linking the foundation to youth and education fundraising. Community events and health fundraising are another recurring lane. Bourbon Crusaders received $25,100 in 2024 for a silent auction tied to the American Heart Association, and the American Heart Association itself received multiple sponsorship grants across 2023, 2024, and 2025.
Typical grants cluster in the five-figure range: the 25th percentile is $10,000, the median is $13,000, and the 75th percentile is $24,800. The recent record also includes much larger internal foundation transfers, but most external awards sit close to the median. The grant list suggests repeat support across years, including the Delta Dental of Kentucky Foundation and the American Heart Association. The foundation appears to operate as a corporate foundation within the Delta Dental network, with a mix of cash grants, sponsorships, endowment funding, and in-kind support such as mouthguards. It also accepts unsolicited requests through some grant portals, including the DDKY Foundation grant funding portal.
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$190.1M
Most grants fall between $10K and $25K, with a median of $13K.
25th Percentile
$10K
Median
$13K
75th Percentile
$25K
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Top 2 recipient countries by grant volume for Delta Dental of Kentucky.
| Rank | Country | Grants | Total | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | United StatesDomestic | 50 | $11.7M | 98.0% |
| 2 | Italy |
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Giving is heavily concentrated in Kentucky: 77% of grants go to recipients in the HQ state, and Kentucky is also the top state by grant count. Louisville appears frequently, with recipients such as Greater Louisville Inc, First Tee Louisville, Black Complex Louisville, USA Cares Inc, and Louisville Bats. Lexington also appears through the University of Kentucky Varsity Lettermans Association and The Lexington Cancer Foundation. Outside Kentucky, the record reaches Cincinnati, BraSELTON, Des Moines, Chicago, and Firenze, but those are limited compared with the Kentucky-centered pattern.
The grant record includes not-for-profit organizations, event organizers, community and local groups, students, veterans, and health beneficiaries. Recent purposes range from oral health programs and school-based care to sponsorships for galas, festivals, golf events, and youth sports safety through the Smile Champions mouthguard program.
The distribution centers on modest grants: p25 is $10,000, the median is $13,000, and p75 is $24,800. That suggests a large share of awards land in the low five figures, even though the record also includes larger internal foundation transfers.
The active grant programs emphasize oral health, community health, prevention, and education. More specific portal language points to oral health access, preventive dental services, community dental programs, school-based oral health, disaster relief, and emergency support tied to Western Kentucky tornado recovery.
Yes. Kentucky is the top state by grant count, and 77% of grants go to recipients in the HQ state. Louisville and Lexington appear repeatedly in the recent grants list, alongside targeted Western Kentucky relief programs in the active grant portfolio.
The record includes event sponsorships, general operating donations, endowment contributions, scholarship support, auction items, and in-kind donations. One active program, Smile Champions, provides free custom mouthguards to schools and youth sports programs rather than cash grants.
2025
Source: IRS Form 990-PF, fiscal year 2025.
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Recipient country reflects the grantee's headquarters per IRS 990-PF and Schedule F filings, not the program's implementation country.
Current and upcoming funding from Delta Dental of Kentucky that your nonprofit may be able to apply for.
Who can apply: Athletic coaches, directors, and administrators may participate and order free mouthguards while supplies last.
Deadline: While supplies last
Who can apply: Organization must be tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code (or working for community benefits) and service or benefit individuals and communities within Kentucky. Excludes individuals, discriminatory organizations, political activities, loans, and commercial or proprietary projects.
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Most recent grants reported to the IRS.
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DELTA DENTAL OF KENTUCKY FOUNDATION | LOUISVILLE, KY | $2,102,000 | 2025 | DONATION TO FOUNDATION |
| KENTUCKY BOURBON COUNTRY | LOUISVILLE, KY | $50,000 | 2025 | SPONSORSHIP - EVENT |
| GREATER LOUISVILLE INC | LOUISVILLE, KY | $45,700 | 2025 | SPONSORSHIP - EVENT |
| E-RIDES LLC | LOUISVILLE, KY | $37,062 | 2025 | DONATION E-BIKES FOR GE |
| AMERICAN JUNIOR GOLF ASSOCIATION | BRASELTON, GA | $20,000 | 2025 | SPONSORSHIP - EVENT |
| FIRST TEE LOUISVILLE | LOUISVILLE, KY | $20,000 | 2025 | DONATION - GENERAL OPS |
| BOURBON CRUSADERS INC | CINCINNATI, OH | $19,000 | 2025 | DONATION |
| ROBBIE VALENTINE BASKETBALL CAMPS | LOUISVILLE, KY | $18,500 | 2025 | SPONSORSHIP - EVENT |
| CARDINAL ATHLETIC FOUNDATION | LOUISVILLE, KY | $16,000 | 2025 | DONATION - SOUTHERN FOODWAYS ALLIANCE |
| MEDICINAL WHISKEY CHARITY INC | GREENVILLE, SC | $15,000 | 2025 | SPONSORSHIP - EVENT |
| DELTA DENTAL PLANS ASSOCIATION | CHICAGO, IL | $14,095 | 2025 | VARIOUS NOT-FOR-PROFITS |
| AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION | LOUISVILLE, KY | $13,000 | 2025 | SPONSORSHIP - EVENT |
| USA CARES INC | LOUISVILLE, KY | $12,800 | 2025 | SPONSORSHIPS - EVENT |
| V-SOFT CARES | LOUISVILLE, KY | $12,500 | 2025 | SPONSORSHIP - EVENT |
| LOUISVILLE BATS | LOUISVILLE, KY | $12,500 | 2025 | SPONSORSHIP - EVENT |
| FREEDOM LAKE INC | LOUISVILLE, KY | $12,500 | 2025 | SPONSORSHIP - EVENT |
| KENTUCKY DERBY MUSEUM | LOUISVILLE, KY | $12,200 | 2025 | SPONSORSHIP - EVENT |
| UNIVERSITY OF LOUISVILLE FOUNDATION INC | CHICAGO, IL | $10,000 | 2025 | DONATIONS - EVENT |
| KENTUCKY PERFORMING ARTS FOUNDATION | LOUISVILLE, KY | $10,000 | 2025 | SPONSORSHIP - EVENT |
| FELLOWSHIP OF CHRISTIAN ATHLETES | LOUISVILLE, KY | $10,000 | 2025 | SPONSORSHIP - EVENT |
| AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY | LEXINGTON, KY | $10,000 | 2025 | SPONSORSHIP - EVENT |
| GREATER LOUISVILLE UK ALUMNI ASSOCIATION | LOUISVILLE, KY | $10,000 | 2025 | SPONSORSHIP - EVENT |
| UNBRIDLED CHARITABLE FOUNDATION INC | LOUISVILLE, KY | $8,700 | 2025 | SPONSORSHIP - EVENT |
| EKU ATHLETICS | RICHMOND, KY | $7,500 | 2025 | SPONSORSHIP - EVENT |
| DELTA DENTAL OF KENTUCKY FOUNDATION | LOUISVILLE, KY | $5,325,308 | 2024 | ANNUAL DONATION PROGRAM AND ENDOWMENT FUNDING |
| PROCAMPS | CINCINNATI, OH | $75,000 | 2024 | SPONSORSHIP - CUSTM LLC |
| BOURBON CRUSADERS | LOUISVILLE, KY | $25,100 | 2024 | SILENT AUCTION-AMERICAN HEART ASSOC |
| ANDREA BOCELLI FOUNDATION | FIRENZE | $25,001 | 2024 | DONATION - CHARITY AUCTION FOR AB PAINTING |
| THE LEXINGTON CANCER FOUNDATION | LEXINGTON, KY | $25,000 | 2024 | CHARITY ITEM BID - ANDREA BOCELLI TICKETS |
| GREATER LOUISVILLE INC | LOUISVILLE, KY | $20,950 | 2024 | SPONSORSHIP - GLIDE & TOP INVESTOR RENEWAL |
| BLACK COMPLEX LOUISVILLE | LOUISVILLE, KY | $20,000 | 2024 | SPONSORSHIP - JUNETEENTH FESTIVAL |
| LENELL'S BEVERAGE BOUTIQUE | BIRMINGHAM, AL | $15,000 | 2024 | JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT RAFFLE ITEMS |
| AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION | DES MOINES, IA | $13,000 | 2024 | SPONSORSHIP - HEART GALA |
| USA CARES INC | LOUISVILLE, KY | $10,000 | 2024 | SPONSORSHIP - 2023 GALA LEGION OF MERIT |
| LEARFIELD COMMUNICATIONS LLC | KANSAS CITY, MO | $10,000 | 2024 | SPONSORSHIP - WESTERN KENTUCKY |
| UNIVERSITY OF LOUISVILLE | LOUISVILLE, KY | $10,000 | 2024 | DONATION - UL MBA SCHOOL |
| AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY | LEXINGTON, KY | $10,000 | 2024 | SPONSORSHIP - GOLF SCRAMBLE |
| UNBRIDLED EVE CHARITABLE FOUNDATION | LOUISVILLE, KY | $8,100 | 2024 | SPONSORSHIP - 2023 GALA |
| ARH FOUNDATION FOR HEALTHIER COMMUNITIES | HAZARD, KY | $7,500 | 2024 | SPONSORSHIP - GOLF SCRAMBLE |
| FELLOWSHIP OF CHRISTIAN ATHLETES | LOUISVILLE, KY | $7,500 | 2024 | SPONSORSHIP - GOLF SCRAMBLE |
| JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT OF KENTUCKIANA | LOUISVILLE, KY | $6,393 | 2024 | SPONSORSHIP - GOLF SCRAMBLE |
| DELTA DENTAL OF KENTUCKY FOUNDATION | LOUISVILLE, KY | $3,430,000 | 2023 | GENERAL DONATION |
| UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY VARSITY LETTERMANS ASSOCIATION | LEXINGTON, KY | $30,000 | 2023 | DONATION |
| BOURBON CRUSADERS | LOUISVILLE, KY | $24,600 | 2023 | SILENT AUCTION-AM HEART ASSOC |
| BRAIN INJURY ALLIANCE OF KENTUCKY | LOUISVILLE, KY | $20,000 | 2023 | WALK & DERBY SPONSORSHIP |
| AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION | DES MOINES, IA | $13,000 | 2023 | GALA SPONSORSHIP |
| AMERICAN RED CROSS-KY REGION | LOUISVILLE, KY | $10,000 | 2023 | WRAPPED IN RED GALA SPONSORSHIP |
| UNIVERSITY OF LOUISVILLE ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION | LOUISVILLE, KY | $10,000 | 2023 | GOLF SPONSOR & SCHOLARSHIP DONATION |
| DENTAL LIFELINE NETWORK | DENVER, CO | $10,000 | 2023 | LIFELINE HEROES CHALLENGE-VETERANS |
| PARKS ALLIANCE OF LOUISVILLE | LOUISVILLE, KY | $8,500 | 2023 | JOL & WINTER WOODS SPONSORSHIP |
DELTA DENTAL OF KENTUCKY FOUNDATION
$2,102,000DONATION TO FOUNDATION
KENTUCKY BOURBON COUNTRY
$50,000SPONSORSHIP - EVENT
GREATER LOUISVILLE INC
$45,700SPONSORSHIP - EVENT
E-RIDES LLC
$37,062DONATION E-BIKES FOR GE
FIRST TEE LOUISVILLE
$20,000DONATION - GENERAL OPS
BOURBON CRUSADERS INC
$19,000DONATION
ROBBIE VALENTINE BASKETBALL CAMPS
$18,500SPONSORSHIP - EVENT
CARDINAL ATHLETIC FOUNDATION
$16,000DONATION - SOUTHERN FOODWAYS ALLIANCE
MEDICINAL WHISKEY CHARITY INC
$15,000SPONSORSHIP - EVENT
DELTA DENTAL PLANS ASSOCIATION
$14,095VARIOUS NOT-FOR-PROFITS
V-SOFT CARES
$12,500SPONSORSHIP - EVENT
LOUISVILLE BATS
$12,500SPONSORSHIP - EVENT
FREEDOM LAKE INC
$12,500SPONSORSHIP - EVENT
KENTUCKY DERBY MUSEUM
$12,200SPONSORSHIP - EVENT
KENTUCKY PERFORMING ARTS FOUNDATION
$10,000SPONSORSHIP - EVENT
GREATER LOUISVILLE UK ALUMNI ASSOCIATION
$10,000SPONSORSHIP - EVENT
UNBRIDLED CHARITABLE FOUNDATION INC
$8,700SPONSORSHIP - EVENT
EKU ATHLETICS
$7,500SPONSORSHIP - EVENT
DELTA DENTAL OF KENTUCKY FOUNDATION
$5,325,308ANNUAL DONATION PROGRAM AND ENDOWMENT FUNDING
PROCAMPS
$75,000SPONSORSHIP - CUSTM LLC
BOURBON CRUSADERS
$25,100SILENT AUCTION-AMERICAN HEART ASSOC
ANDREA BOCELLI FOUNDATION
$25,001DONATION - CHARITY AUCTION FOR AB PAINTING
THE LEXINGTON CANCER FOUNDATION
$25,000CHARITY ITEM BID - ANDREA BOCELLI TICKETS
GREATER LOUISVILLE INC
$20,950SPONSORSHIP - GLIDE & TOP INVESTOR RENEWAL
BLACK COMPLEX LOUISVILLE
$20,000SPONSORSHIP - JUNETEENTH FESTIVAL
LENELL'S BEVERAGE BOUTIQUE
$15,000JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT RAFFLE ITEMS
LEARFIELD COMMUNICATIONS LLC
$10,000SPONSORSHIP - WESTERN KENTUCKY
UNIVERSITY OF LOUISVILLE
$10,000DONATION - UL MBA SCHOOL
UNBRIDLED EVE CHARITABLE FOUNDATION
$8,100SPONSORSHIP - 2023 GALA
ARH FOUNDATION FOR HEALTHIER COMMUNITIES
$7,500SPONSORSHIP - GOLF SCRAMBLE
DELTA DENTAL OF KENTUCKY FOUNDATION
$3,430,000GENERAL DONATION
UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY VARSITY LETTERMANS ASSOCIATION
$30,000DONATION
BOURBON CRUSADERS
$24,600SILENT AUCTION-AM HEART ASSOC
BRAIN INJURY ALLIANCE OF KENTUCKY
$20,000WALK & DERBY SPONSORSHIP
UNIVERSITY OF LOUISVILLE ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION
$10,000GOLF SPONSOR & SCHOLARSHIP DONATION
