Dental Assistant Scholarship Application

 

The Gary & Deborah Steinberg Dental Assistant Scholarship

Thanks to the generous support of Gary & Deborah Steinberg, in conjunction with the ADS (Formerly OSAP)-DANB-DALE Foundation Andrew Whitehead Education and Certification Scholarship, the Dental Trade Alliance (DTA) Foundation is proud to offer Dental Assistant scholarships for students enrolled/accepted into a US-based Dental Assisting program. One of the goals of the Gary & Deborah Steinberg Dental Assistant Program is to help elevate the very important professional role that a Dental Assistant plays in the dental practice of today. Please note that the focus of this scholarship is attaining successful graduation from a Dental Assistant school with a strong understanding of the important function that the Dental Assistant plays in the area of infection control and patient safety.

2-Part Scholarship

  • Part 1: Scholarship to complete Dental Assisting program. ($2,500)
  • Part 2: Scholarship to complete the Association of Dental Safety (ADS) Infection Control certificate or certification. (Up to a $500 value) 

Note: Scholarship recipients are expected to graduate from their Dental Assisting program and complete the ADS Infection Control certificate. Any scholarship recipient who does not complete their Dental Assistant program (with a 3.0 GPA or higher) or does not complete the ADS Infection Control certificate (within 6 months of graduation) must return the scholarship funds to the DTA Foundation. 

*All applicants will receive complimentary membership to ADS for 1 year. 

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About The Gary & Deborah Steinberg Dental Assistant Scholarship

The Steinberg Dental Assistant Scholarship was established through a generous gift from Gary and Deborah Steinberg, who committed $125,000 over five years to the DTA Foundation. Their gift reflects a shared commitment to advancing dental education and supporting the professionals who help ensure safe, effective dental care.

In 2026, the Steinbergs partnered with the DTA Foundation to create a scholarship specifically focused on dental assistants and the critical role they play in infection prevention and patient safety. The program was designed to support students pursuing dental assisting careers while strengthening awareness of best practices in dental infection control.

Additional support will be raised through DTA Foundation fundraising initiatives, including the Annual Meeting Paddle Raiser and contributions from DTA member companies and supporters.

Through this program, the DTA Foundation aims to expand educational opportunities for dental assistants while reinforcing the importance of safety and infection control across the dental profession.

About ADS

Founded in 1984, the Association for Dental Safety (ADS) is the only membership organization dedicated exclusively to dental infection prevention and safety for both patients and providers. ADS empowers oral health professionals with evidence-based education, practical resources, and a collaborative community—all working together to make every dental visit a safe visit.