Volunteers Needed at Free Dental Care Events!
The ISDS Foundation is excited to share a list of upcoming free dental care events and clinics in Illinois that are currently seeking volunteers. If you’re interested in lending a hand - whether you’re a dental professional, student, or just want to help out - these organizations would love your support.
Remote Area Medical (RAM)
- Dates: June 13–14, 2026
- Location: Paris High School, 14040 E. 1200th Rd., Paris, IL 61944
- Website: ramusa.org
- Contact: laurahettinger@mac.com
Special Smiles (Special Olympics)
- Date: May 7, 2026
- Location: Dunbar Park (Tennis Courts), 300 E. 31st St., Chicago, IL 60616
- Contact: docpavel1@yahoo.com (Please use “Special Olympics” as the email subject)
Dental Access Days – Multiple Dates and Locations
- April 24, 2026
Breakthrough Ministries Familyplex, 3219 W. Carroll Ave., Garfield Park, Chicago
breakthrough.org
Contact: dentalaccessIL@gmail.com - May 23, 2026
Gale Community Academy, 1631 W. Jonquil Terrace, Rogers Park, Chicago
familymatterschicago.org | ajustharvest.org
Contact: dentalaccessIL@gmail.com - August 21, 2026
Sarah’s Circle, 4737 N. Sheridan, Uptown, Chicago
sarahs-circle.org
Contact: dentalaccessIL@gmail.com - October 24, 2026
St. Gall Church, 5511 S. Sawyer Ave., Gage Park, Chicago
Contact: dentalaccessIL@gmail.com - November 21, 2026
Margaret’s Village, 7320 S. Yale Ave., Englewood, Chicago
margaretsvillage.org
Contact: dentalaccessIL@gmail.com
Volunteers are essential to making these events a success. If you have questions about a specific clinic, please use the contact listed above. Thank you for considering giving your time and skills to support oral health for those in need!
