Thank you for considering a meaningful contribution to the East Carolina University (ECU) School of Dental Medicine. Your generosity plays a vital role in shaping the future of dental healthcare and community well-being. Beyond the School of Dental Medicine Priority Fund, we invite you to direct your support to areas that resonate with you, making a direct impact on our students, patients, faculty, and staff.
Empowering Patient Care Through Your Support
Access to quality dental care is crucial, yet financial constraints can create significant barriers for many. This is where the Ecu Sodm Patient Care Fund becomes essential. This fund is specifically designed to “bridge the gap” for patients who require educationally beneficial dental procedures but face difficulties affording the full cost. Your contribution directly enables us to provide necessary treatments at Ledyard E. Ross Hall and our community service learning centers, ensuring that financial limitations do not compromise patient health or student learning.
The Dental Medicine Patient Care Fund is at the heart of our mission, directly supporting patients within Ledyard E. Ross Hall at ECU. For patients with more acute financial needs, the Humanitarian Patient Care Fund offers assistance, particularly emphasizing preventative care treatments to control disease early on. Extending our reach across North Carolina, the Community Service Learning Center Patient Care Fund mirrors the purpose of the main Patient Care Fund but focuses on patients served at our community sites, broadening our impact statewide. The Inaugural Class Patient Care Fund, established by the Class of 2015, further exemplifies the enduring commitment to this cause, providing ongoing support at Ledyard E. Ross Hall.
Beyond these focused funds, initiatives like ECU Smiles and ECU Assists further broaden our patient care spectrum. ECU Smiles targets oral hygiene education for children and adults in underserved communities, while ECU Assists provides broader financial aid to patients across the School of Dental Medicine who lack the ability to pay for their care.
Investing in Future Dentists and Dental Excellence
While patient care is paramount, your support can extend to other critical areas. Scholarships, facilitated by the Dental Medicine Scholarship Fund, are vital for attracting talented students and ensuring that financial need is not a barrier to pursuing a dental education. The Dental Medicine Student Support Fund enhances the student experience through programs, activities, and travel opportunities, enriching their learning journey. Furthermore, the Old North State Dental Society Student Affairs Fund champions diversity and inclusion, supporting traditionally underrepresented student groups within our program.
To cultivate exceptional educators and advance dental knowledge, the Dental Medicine Faculty Support Fund and Dental Medicine Clinical Research Fund are crucial. These funds enable professional development for our faculty and fuel research initiatives that push the boundaries of clinical care. Specialized funds like the Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics General Fund, Ahoskie Community Service Learning Center General Fund, and Spruce Pine Community Outreach Fund provide targeted support for specific departments and community outreach efforts, enhancing our comprehensive approach.
Your Gift, Their Future
Your contribution to the ECU School of Dental Medicine, particularly to the ECU SODM Patient Care Fund, directly translates to healthier smiles and a brighter future for our patients and students. To explore payment options or discuss establishing a new fund, please visit our Payment Methods page or contact us at 252-737-7063. We are deeply grateful for your partnership in advancing our mission.
