named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Careers in Dentistry Program
Engages high school and college students through presentations and tours at dental schools to promote dentistry as a career path
Community Health Fairs
Participates in local health outreach events to promote oral health and connect with the public
Continuing Education Lecture Series
Hosts expert-led in-person and virtual lectures on clinical topics such as implant dentistry, oral pathology, and dental wear
Monroe County Dental Society Study Club
Provides six hours of virtual continuing education annually for members, formerly known as the Rochester Dental Study Club
Scholarship Program for Dental Students
Offers financial grants of $200–$400 to dental students from Monroe County; includes mentorship and networking at an annual luncheon
activities · 4 groups
What they do
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Dental Professional Development & Support 2 activities
- Advancing professional standards and knowledge sharing among dentistsProvides resources and initiatives aimed at inspiring excellence in the dental profession, including vetting professional liability insurance policies and facilitating the exchange of clinical and practice management knowledge among member dentists.
- Providing continuing education for dental professionalsHosts regular continuing education events featuring expert speakers on topics such as implant dentistry, oral pathology, occlusal wear, and anterior implants, offering CE credits to participants. Events have included full-day programs and specialized lectures attended by dental practitioners across New York State.
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Healthcare Education Scholarships and Fellowships 1 activity
- Administering scholarship and recognition programs for dental students and professionalsAwards annual financial scholarships ranging from $200 to $400 to qualifying dental students from Monroe County who are in their 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year of dental education, a program ongoing since 1961. Also presents annual awards to a dental hygienist and dental assistant for excellence in total patient care at the Monroe Community College Dental Studies Pinning Ceremony.
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Student Career Readiness and Internship Placement 1 activity
- Facilitating career development and outreach for aspiring dental professionalsOrganizes programs to connect dental students with practicing dentists, including an annual scholarship luncheon focused on career transition and early career advice. Runs the Careers in Dentistry Program, which includes presentations from practicing dentists and culminates in a tour of the University of Buffalo School of Dental Medicine for high school and college students.
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Uncategorized 2 activities
- Offering group insurance programs and consultation services for dentistsActs as exclusive representative for Fortress Insurance Company, providing Hanover Business-Owners and Workers Compensation insurance to dentists in the Fifth, Seventh, and Eighth District Dental Societies. Offers group insurance programs covering over 600 dentists in Western New York and provides free custom consultations to review current insurance coverage for dental practices.
- Representing member dentists in public health advocacyRepresents over 800 member dentists across eight counties in New York State and supports public dental health programs to improve community access to oral care.
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financials · form 990 · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$419K
Contributions & grants$00%
Program service revenue$308K74%
Investment income$27K7%
Other revenue$83K
expenses
Total expenses$357K
Program expenses68%
Admin / overhead32%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$225K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$817K
Cash$117K
Investments$688K
Liabilities$14K
Net assets$802K
Liquid reserves27.0 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2025 · YoY revenue -0.3%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025
Who runs it
board members · 21
- ANDREA HUGHES — DIRECTOR
- BECKY HERMAN — DIRECTOR
- CAITLIN HEWITT — DIRECTOR
- CHRISTOPHER CALNON — DIRECTOR
- HUNTER LAROSA — DIRECTOR
- JAMES SANSONE — DIRECTOR
- JAY SKOLNICK — DIRECTOR
- JEFFREY ARIGO — DIRECTOR
- JOLLY CAPLASH — DIRECTOR
- JORDAN ANTETOMASO — DIRECTOR
- MICHAEL KEATING — DIRECTOR
- RICHARD ANDOLINA SR — DIRECTOR
- RICHARD RUBIN — DIRECTOR
- SAM PENNISE — DIRECTOR
- SANDRO POPELKA — DIRECTOR
- SEAN MCLAREN — DIRECTOR
- SIERRA DEMARREE — DIRECTOR
- STEPHEN BURGART — DIRECTOR
- STEVEN DAMELIO — DIRECTOR
- TAYLOR SQUIRES — DIRECTOR
- THERESA CASPER KLOCK — DIRECTOR
relationships · 20
Who they work with
- American Dental Association Network — Component society of the American Dental Association.
- American Dental Association Network — Constituent society of the American Dental Association through affiliation with the New York State Dental Association.
- Case Western Partner — Dental students from Case Western participate in the scholarship program and luncheon.
- Chubb Insurance Company Partner — Collaboration with Fortress to offer Group Personal Excess Liability Insurance at discounted premiums to policyholders.
- Eighth District Dental Society Network — Endorses Walsh Insurance and has been served by them since 1974 for insurance needs.
- Fifth District Dental Society Network — Endorses and recommends group insurance programs through Walsh Insurance.
- Fortress Insurance Company Partner — Exclusive provider of Professional Liability Insurance for dentists; Walsh Insurance is the exclusive representative for Fortress in the Fifth, Seventh, and Eighth District Dental Societies.
- Fortress Insurance Company Partner — Partnership to provide professionally vetted professional liability insurance for member dentists.
- Hanover Insurance Companies Partner — Combined expertise with Fortress to deliver Worker’s Compensation and Business Owners policies for dentists.
- Livingston County Dental Society Partner — Collaborates with the Livingston County Dental Society to host professional development events.
- Monroe Community College Partner — Collaborates on the Dental Studies Program pinning ceremony, career expos, and student engagement initiatives.
- New York State Dental Association Network — Component society of the New York State Dental Association.
- New York University College of Dentistry Partner — Engages through expert speakers such as Dr. Sebastiano Andreana, director of The Center for Implant Dentistry.
- OMSNIC Partner — Exclusive agent relationship for oral surgeons in Upstate New York and Western Pennsylvania; OMSNIC provides insurance specifically for oral and maxillofacial surgeons.
- University of Buffalo Partner — Dental students from the University of Buffalo participate in the scholarship program and luncheon.
- University of Buffalo School of Dental Medicine Partner — Hosts tours and presentations for the MCDS Careers in Dentistry Program.
- University of Maryland Partner — Dental students from the University of Maryland participate in the scholarship program and luncheon.
- University of Pittsburgh Partner — Dental students from the University of Pittsburgh participate in the scholarship program and luncheon.
- Victor Prosthodontics Partner — Hosted the Steuben County Dental Society's dinner and business meeting.
- Walsh Insurance Partner — Endorsed insurance provider for the Seventh District Dental Society, offering Fortress professional liability insurance and other products to members.
strategies · 4
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Community Empowerment for Public Health Improvementmethodology: community-empowerment-for-public-healthBy empowering the dental community with resources, education, and support, the organization improves oral and overall public health because a stronger, better-informed professional network leads to more effective care delivery and outreach.
- Evidence-Based Practice Adoptionmethodology: evidence-based_practiceBy prioritizing evidence-based practice in professional standards and educational programming, the organization improves clinical outcomes because adherence to scientifically validated methods ensures higher quality, consistent, and effective dental care.
- Integrated Mentorship to Strengthen Professional Developmentmethodology: integrated-mentorshipBy combining financial support with structured mentorship opportunities—such as scholarship luncheons connecting trainees with experienced dentists—the organization enhances professional growth because relational engagement reinforces knowledge transfer and career resilience across specialties and practice models.
- Professional Excellence through Resource Leadershipmethodology: professional-excellence-through-resource-leadershipBy providing authoritative resources and leadership opportunities, the organization inspires excellence within the dental profession because access to trusted guidance and professional development fosters higher standards of care and practice sustainability.