May 2021 Monthly Byte
Community Grants DEADLINE!!!
Applications must be postmarked no later than May 28th.

The ISDSF will distribute $100,000 in various amounts to applicants residing in the State of Illinois and to such projects that benefit the people of Illinois in 2021.

Priority is given to proposals that have measurable improvement goals, show strong community support for the project, and are innovative in nature. Find out how to apply here.
2021 Scholarships
DEADLINE IS NEARING!
The ISDS Foundation board of directors announced they would award six scholarships at $6,000 each (2 for each dental school) for 2021. This represented a significant increase from scholarships in previous years.

Current D3 students enrolled in the third year of an accredited four-year traditional pre-doctorate dental program in Illinois may apply, with scholarship recipients being announced in early July. 

The application deadline each year is May 31. Find out more here.
We are currently looking for golf sponsors!
ISDS Foundation (click here for more info)
Golf Outing:
September 9, 2021
Help us make this event a success.

Thanks to our sponsors thus far!: 

Lunch Sponsor: 
Delta Dental $3000

Longest Drive Sponsor:
Dr. Randall Markarian $1000

Golf Hole Sponsors:
Dr. Timm Schwartz $350
Will County Dental Society $350


Click here to download the sponsorship brochure. If you would like more information or to sponsor via credit card, contact Misty Glass!
Final Clearance on Socks!
We are discontinuing our sock fundraiser. Call today to check inventory (tall and short styles) and purchase the last pairs in stock! FINAL CLEARANCE PRICE of $10/each!

To purchase your socks, call 800/475-4737 and talk to Gina or Misty!
Nominations Needed for Greek Leadership Award
The ISDS Foundation recognizes outstanding leadership with the William J. Greek Memorial Leadership Award.

Any component/branch or individual may nominate one candidate. Click here for more information about nominations. Deadline for nominations is June 1.
Announcing the 2021 Foundation $5,000 Raffle!
Chance to win $5,000!
Only 300 tickets to be sold! 

Drawing Date: Saturday, September 11
Hilton Chicago/Oak Brook Hills Resort and Conference Center 

Donation: $50.00

Proceeds to benefit expanding access to oral health care and supporting dental education in Illinois.

Winner need not be present to win. 

Click here to request
your ticket!
SAVE THE DATE!
Save the Date! The next Mission of Mercy will be June 24 & 25, 2022.

If you have questions, you may call Sarah Jensen at 217-836-2802.
Send a note, while helping the Foundation!
Looking for a way to honor someone's accomplishment? Send a memorial to a friend, relative or colleague?

These "all occasion" cards have many uses, and you can purchase a package of 10 for a $50 contribution to the ISDS Foundation. When you send one of these cards, and write your own note inside, you honor a person in a very special way and also support the worthy programs of the ISDS Foundation. 
Dentists Support Program Needed Now More than Ever

The emotional effects of the COVID-19 crisis are far-reaching, with increased depression, suicides, and alcohol and substance abuse. If you know of a dentist who is struggling with emotional distress, addiction or substance abuse, please help them to reach out to the ISDS Foundation’s Dentists Support Program. Call 312/318-8810 or 708/287-4132. All calls remain confidential.