Join the dedicated team that delivers free dental care to our neighbors in need, one extraordinary day each year. Volunteers are the engine of this mission. No hands, no smiles.
In 2024, 75+ volunteers served 102 patients and delivered over $54,500 in free care. Every pair of hands matters. Every skill set is needed.
You bring the clinical skills. We provide the setup, supplies, and patients who desperately need your care. All specialties welcome.
✔ One-day commitment on Dedicated Day
✔ Procedures include cleanings, fillings, and simple extractions
✔ Full dental setup provided in a professional practice setting
✔ Join a team of 15+ dentists and 20+ support professionals
Medical professionals, students, retirees, and anyone with a heart for service
Description: No dental experience required. We need greeters, registration assistants, patient escorts, translators, meal servers, and setup/breakdown support.
✔ Half-day or full-day shifts available
✔ Training provided on-site
✔ Meals and refreshments provided
✔ Join a team that includes doctors, nurses, students, and community members
Earn service hours. Gain healthcare exposure. Make a real impact. Work alongside dentists, hygienists, and medical professionals. See healthcare in action while helping patients navigate their day.
What to expect:
✔ Assigned roles based on your comfort and experience
✔ Adult supervision and mentorship throughout the day
✔ Service hour documentation provided
✔ A powerful experience for college and career exploration
Dedicated Day serves individuals from many different backgrounds and life experiences. Volunteers are asked to provide compassionate, respectful care to every patient while helping create a welcoming environment for all.
✔ Patient confidentiality
✔ Respectful communication
✔ Assisting patients with mobility needs
✔ Working alongside interpreters when available
✔ Trauma-informed patient interactions
A: Saturday, October 10, 2026. Setup begins early morning; patients are seen throughout the day.
A: Dental professionals are encouraged to commit to the full day. Community volunteers may sign up for half-day shifts.
A: Yes. All volunteers receive orientation and role-specific guidance on-site, including patient confidentiality, respectful communication, mobility assistance, and trauma-informed care.
A: Dental professionals: scrubs. Community volunteers: comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes.
A: Yes, breakfast and lunch are generously donated by local partners.