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Support the DTA foundation at the 2026 DTA Annual Meeting

Join the DTA Foundation in Phoenix and make an impact during the 2026 DTA Annual Meeting! Throughout the week, there will be plenty of ways to support the Foundation’s mission. Explore the opportunities below to get involved and help advance access to oral health care and support the next generation of dental leaders. Looking for the full Annual Meeting agenda, speakers, activities and registration information? Visit the DTA 2026 Annual Meeting page.

Cornhole Tournament (Monday Nov. 2nd, 6:30pm)

Compete in the competition – (individual) buy tickets

Compete in the competition (team of two) buy tickets

Donate to show support for a player/team

Corporate Social Responsibility Activity, Packing Dental Care Kits, Benefiting local non-profit Gila River Health Care (Tuesday, Nov. 3rd, 9:30am)

Join us during the break after Jason Dorsey’s keynote to assemble 300 dental care kits containing adult and pediatric toothbrushes, toothpaste, and other oral health essentials. The kits will benefit the Gila River Indian Community, one of this year’s DTA Foundation grantees!

DTA Foundation Managing Director Jackie Michaels will personally deliver the kits on Thursday, November 5, during a visit to the Gila River Indian Community. Representatives from Gila River Health Care will also be joining us at the Annual Meeting on Wednesday, giving attendees an opportunity to meet them and learn more about the community they’re helping support!

Golf Mulligans & Jump to the Green (Tuesday Nov. 3rd, 12pm)

Heading to the golf course? Give your team an extra advantage while supporting the DTA Foundation! Purchase your opportunities in advance:

Purchase your Mulligans ($25, limit 4 per team) & Jump to the Green ($100, limit 1 per team) opportunities in advance.

Live Auction & Paddle Raiser (Wednesday, Nov 4th, 8am)

• Get ready to raise your paddles for a good cause! Join the DTA Foundation for an exciting live auction and paddle raiser, featuring Phoenix auctioneer Kelee-Lee Walton.
• Paddles will be distributed at registration when you arrive at the Annual Meeting. Please remember to bring your paddle with you to breakfast on Wednesday morning, as we’ll move directly into the live auction/paddle raiser afterwards.
• Live auction items include business networking opportunities with executives at distributors like Henry Schein and trips around the world. 
• Learn about all 3 of our scholarships through past recipients and give to help more students like them
• Do you plan to raise your paddle? Let us know we can count on you – email: jackiemichaels@dentaltradealliance.org

Raffle (Wednesday, Nov. 4th, 5:30pm)

Purchase a raffle ticket ($25 each) for a chance to win multiple prizes.

Pre-purchase by making your donation now

Raffle tickets will also be available for purchase that night at the event

Donors help increase access to dental care & uplift the dental leaders of tomorrow

Donors share in the Foundation’s vision of improving access to dental care and addressing oral health disparities, especially for the most underserved. By supporting the Foundation, donors become integral partners in the collective effort to build a healthier future through accessible and equitable oral healthcare. 

Help us provide a Healthy Smile for All through:

• Scholarships for dental and hygiene students
• Grants for innovative oral health projects
• Public health education campaigns