School of Dentistry

The University of Utah School of Dentistry is dedicated to providing exemplary dental care while nurturing a commitment to service. Our mission is to promote health equity and improve the quality of life for our communities through compassionate care, innovative education, and groundbreaking research.

U Giving Days is a pivotal moment for philanthropy at our school, enabling us to extend our reach and impact. This year, we are raising funds for two critical initiatives.

The first is the Pediatric Oral Health Assistance Program (OHAP), which ensures comprehensive dental care for children in need. Pediatric OHAP sees patients 18 and under as well as seniors in high school who may have already turned 19. Funding for this program relies entirely on private philanthropy—that's where you come in! Every single dollar of your contribution goes directly towards patient care.

The second is the Tooth Fairy Scholarship, supporting students who aspire to make a difference in the field of dentistry. With 13 endowed scholarships and 10 annual ones, we are striving to support our 200 dental students—but what we currently have is not enough. By donating to scholarships, you are investing in a brighter, healthier future for all of us.

This year, our goal is to reach $30,000. Additionally, thanks to a generous donation by Dean Rory Hume and Jenny Hume, every dollar you contribute will be doubled—up to $10,000. Your donation today will have twice the impact.

Every little bit helps! If every faculty member, staff, and alumni donated just $10.00, we would reach—or even exceed—our goal. We can make a big difference with small contributions.

Your generosity on U Giving Days will help us continue to serve our communities and foster the next generation of dental professionals. Together, we can create brighter, healthier smiles for all.

FAQs

HOW CAN I HELP? The best way to support the School of Dentistry during Giving Day is to make a gift of any amount. If that is not something you are able to do at this time, the next best thing is sharing the Giving Day link on social media, text or email.

IS MY GIFT TAX-DEDUCTIBLE? Yes, your gift to the University of Utah School of Dentistry on Giving Day will be tax-deductible and you will receive a tax receipt via email.

HOW IS MY CONTRIBUTION USED? Every dollar of your contribution goes directly to patient care or student scholarships.

CAN I SET UP A RECURRING GIFT? Sure! Please call us at 801.646.4656 or email us at sodadvancement@hsc.utah.edu.

I STILL HAVE A QUESTION. HOW CAN I GET IN TOUCH? Please contact us at sodadvancement@hsc.utah.edu