Delta Dental of Iowa health grant giving totaled $3.3M in 2021
Across the state of Iowa, Delta Dental of Iowa and its foundation provided $3.3 million to 264 organizations to address oral and overall health needs in 2021. Delta Dental’s giving had an impact in all 99 counties of Iowa and supported a wide variety of projects that address health equity and access to care, the company said in a release. “As a not-for-profit insurance company, we are passionate about improving the health and wellness of the communities we serve,” said Jeff Russell, president and CEO, Delta Dental of Iowa. “From providing toothbrushes at Head Start to hosting our first-ever free vision clinic to funding the expansion of community health centers, Delta Dental works with nonprofit partners to build stronger and healthier communities. These partnerships remove barriers, expand access and increase health equity for all Iowans.” A list of projects that received funds can be found at this link.