Caridad Center, the largest free and charitable clinic in Florida, is thrilled to announce that it has been awarded the Delta Dental Community Care Foundation’s Access to Care grant. This significant grant will enable Caridad Center to enhance the lives of children and families in Palm Beach County by expanding access to essential oral health care for underserved communities.
“We are deeply honored to receive this generous support from the Delta Dental Community Care Foundation,” said Laura Kallus, Chief Executive Officer of Caridad Center. “This grant empowers us to continue our mission of providing critical health services to those in need, ensuring that every child and family in our community has the opportunity to achieve optimal health and well-being.”
Caridad Center offers a comprehensive range of medical, dental, vision, mental health, and behavioral health services. With this grant, the center will be able to further its impact, particularly in the area of oral health care, addressing a vital need for many underserved families in the region.
“Imagine a child’s bright smile, free from pain, and a family’s joy in knowing they have access to crucial health services,” added Laura Kallus. “This support from Delta Dental helps us make these moments a reality every day, transforming lives and building a healthier, happier community.”
Caridad Center invites the community to join in its mission to make a difference. Together, we can create a ripple effect of positive change that will benefit generations to come.
For more information about Caridad Center and how you can get involved, please visit www.caridad.org or contact Lisa Kronhaus, Chief Development Officer at 561-737-6336 or [email protected]
About Caridad Center, Inc.
Founded in 1989, Caridad Center is Florida’s largest free and charitable health clinic. With over 600 volunteer physicians and healthcare providers, Caridad Center provides medical, dental, vision, mental health, social services, and health education to uninsured and underserved children and families in palm beach county, with over 84,000 patient visits. Caridad Center is a Four-Star Charity by the National Charity Register and a 2023 Platinum Transparency Award recipient from Candid.
About Delta Dental Community Care Foundation
The Delta Dental Community Care Foundation partners with local communities to increase access to care, support dental education, and fund research that advances the oral health field. Since 2011, the Foundation has awarded more than $60 million across 15 states and the District of Columbia. The Foundation is the philanthropic arm of Delta Dental of California and its affiliated companies, including Delta Dental Insurance Company, Delta Dental of Pennsylvania and Delta Dental of New York, Inc.