named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Careers in Dentistry Program
Outreach initiative connecting high school and college students with dental professionals to explore careers in dentistry through presentations and campus tours.
Continuing Education Events
Hosts in-person and virtual lectures featuring dental experts on topics such as implant dentistry, oral pathology, and clinical best practices.
Monroe County Dental Society Study Club
Provides six hours of virtual continuing education annually and fosters professional development and networking among local dental practitioners.
Scholarship Program
Supports regional dental students through monetary awards and recognition for excellence in dental hygiene and assisting programs.
activities · 2 groups
What they do
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Dental Professional Development & Support 2 activities
- Host continuing education events for dental professionalsOrganizes and hosts continuing education lectures and full-day events for dental professionals, such as presentations on implant dentistry and oral pathology, enabling participants to earn CE credits. Events have featured speakers including Dr. Sebastiano Andreana, Dr. Samson Ng, and Dr. Thomas Dudney.
- Promote dental careers to students through outreach programsRuns the annual "Careers in Dentistry" program and participates in events like the Monroe Community College Career Expo to engage high school and college students, featuring presentations and tours to promote dental professions and oral health awareness.
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Healthcare Professional Recognition Programs 1 activity
- Award excellence in dental support rolesPresents annual awards with certificates and monetary prizes to one dental assistant and one dental hygienist in recognition of excellence in total patient care.
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financials · form 990 · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$126K
Contributions & grants$00%
Program service revenue$76K60%
Investment income$12K10%
Other revenue$38K
expenses
Total expenses$51K
Program expenses92%
Admin / overhead8%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$436
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$437K
Cash$64K
Investments$370K
Liabilities$5K
Net assets$431K
Liquid reserves102.2 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2025 · YoY revenue +20.5%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025
Who runs it
board members · 11
- AARON SIGONA — DIRECTOR
- ABDULLAH AL QARAGHULI — DIRECTOR
- ANDREA HUGHES — DIRECTOR
- BECKY HERMAN — DIRECTOR
- GERRY CELLURA — DIRECTOR
- KATHERINE STRONG — DIRECTOR
- KYLE KENYON — DIRECTOR
- PETER D'ELIA — DIRECTOR
- ROBERT BUHITE II — DIRECTOR
- STEVEN DAMELIO — DIRECTOR
- TODD PEDERSON — PAST PRESIDENT
relationships · 2
Who they work with
- Monroe Community College Partner — Collaborates on the Dental Studies Program pinning ceremony, career expos, and educational outreach events.
- University of Buffalo School of Dental Medicine Partner — Hosts students from the MCDS Careers in Dentistry Program for a tour and presentation.
strategies · 1
How they approach the work
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- Collaborative Professional Developmentmethodology: collaborative_professional_developmentBy combining continuing education with peer collaboration and shared experience, we strengthen individual dental practices and improve community dentistry outcomes because collective learning enhances clinical competence and public health impact.