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RDGP Recognition

Oklahomans know all too well that you can never be too prepared for severe weather, but where do you turn when you need immediate relief in the aftermath of a devastating storm? Help is available! The Oklahoma Dental Relief and Disaster Grant Program (RDGP) is a charitable trust established to provide aid to dental professionals affected by natural disasters, physical disability, chemical dependence, or other hindering conditions. Over the last three years, the RDGP awarded $28,000 in disaster assistance to individuals and dental organizations affected by severe weather. Aid is provided confidentially and without remuneration. Whether you are affected at home or office, contact the RDGP to apply for immediate assistance 800-876-8890. The RDGP accepts tax-deductible donations from individuals and dental organizations from around the country to provide aid after devastating destruction caused by tornadoes and other natural disasters across the state. Funds are awarded to dental professionals who are victimized by the storms. Additionally, the funds are used for programs like the Oklahoma Dental Foundation MobileSmiles Program to aid in relief efforts in several Oklahoma communities. The RDGP relies solely on contributions from individuals and dental foundations. The donations received help prepare & provide for those Oklahoma dentists and dental foundations in need of resources after destructive storms.

DO YOU OR SOMEONE YOU KNOWThe Oklahoma Dental Relief and Disaster Grant Program Board of Trustees STRUGGLE WITH SUBSTANCE ABUSE?recognizes Dr. E. Vann Greer for her exceptional support of the mission of the RDGP. In 2010, Dr. Greer was appointed by the ODA president to revise The RDGP also contributes to the Oklahoma Health Professionals Program which is an outreach program designed to support and monitor medical and allied health the outdated program Trust, and by 2012, a new version was registered with the State of Oklahoma. She assembled a Board of Trustees and drafted bylaws, professionals throughout Oklahoma who are experiencing policies, and procedures for adoption by that Board, which governs the difficulty with substance abuse. The services provided by program. Dr. Greer was Treasurer from 2013-2021 and continues to serve as a Trustee. the OHPP are confidential and at no cost. Services include expert consultation and intervention designed to encourage healthcare professionals to seek help for substance abuse The RDGP is a charitable entity that offers aid to dental professionals who, and behavioral concerns. If you or someone you know because of misfortune, natural disaster, chemical dependence, physical needs help, please call the 24-hour confidential direct line disability, or other hindering conditions, are not wholly self-sustaining. This (405-601-2536). The RDGP voluntary section on the ODA dues statement funds the ODA’s contribution to the Health Professionals Program. program also contributes to the Oklahoma Health Professionals Program, which is an outreach program designed to support and monitor medical and allied health professionals throughout Oklahoma who struggle with substance abuse. Whether you need help or want to provide help, don’t wait! Contact the RDGP manager today at sfrantz@okda.org or call 800-876-8890 Tax-deductible donations to the program can be mailed to: OK Dental Relief and Disaster Grant Program The RDGP exists to award financial aid to Oklahoma dentists yet relies solely on donations. 317 NE 13th Street Oklahoma City, OK 73104To donate, visit okda.org/programs/member-support For grant application and program guidelines, visit okda.org/programs/member-support/

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