Travel Grant Timeline

Applications Open: Late Winter

Recipient Selection: Mid Spring

Info for ADHA26 Travel Grant: Applications for ADHA’s Annual Conference for 2026 will open in Late Winter and close in Early Spring. Grant recipients will be contacted in late April and travel grant bookings must be confirmed by early May, 2026. For more details, be sure to follow ADHA on social media and subscribe to Foundation mass emails.

APPLICATION PORTAL IS CLOSED

Applicants must meet the following requirements to be considered for the ADHA Foundation Travel Grant.

  • Must be a current STUDENT or NEW PROFESIONAL member of the American Dental Hygienists’ Association (ADHA).
  • If a student applicant, you must be currently enrolled in a CODA approved dental hygiene program

ADHA Foundation Travel Grant for ADHA Annual Conference

The ADHA Foundation Travel Grant is designed to support student and new professional members in their pursuit of knowledge and innovation. This grant provides financial assistance to individuals who aim to attend the ADHA Annual Conference. By enabling travel to these significant gatherings, the ADHA Foundation Travel Grant helps recipients expand their professional networks, gain new insights, and contribute to the advancement of their respective fields. We are committed to empowering the next generation of leaders and innovators through this valuable opportunity.

ADHA Foundation Travel Grant recipients are eligible to receive financial assistance to cover the cost of general registration fees for this year’s ADHA Annual Conference plus a choice of up to $500 towards their roundtrip economy flight or 3 night’s stay at a hotel of the Foundation’s choosing. Applicants will submit an essay in addition to providing requested credentials and selected recipients must agree to volunteer at least one hour of time at the ADHA Annual Conference.

If selected, applicants will receive travel booking instructions from the ADHA. All travel grant bookings must be done through the ADHA and arrangements outside of the travel grant can be completed at the discretion of the recipient.

Funding Available: Varies, Yearly

Recipient Selection: Varies, Yearly

Restrictions: candidates may only receive 1 travel grant per calendar year

Questions?

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