MDA Subsidiaries Focus on Important Aspects of Profession
The Minnesota Dental Association has created several subsidiaries that contribute towards the betterment of the profession. Whether raising funds to help underserved populations or supporting the candidacy of select political leaders, these groups provide added value to organized dentistry.
Midwest Dental Benefits
Midwest Dental Benefits (MDB) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the MDA, offering self-funded, direct reimbursement dental benefit plans to employer groups. As a dental-only plan administrator, MDB provides competitive plans and exceptional service, with a focus on meeting customer needs.
Minnesota Dental Foundation
The Minnesota Dental Foundation is a nonprofit philanthropic foundation that was created by the MDA as a means for dentists and others to experience the collective power of giving, with an opportunity to invest in the future of dentistry and the future of the people and communities it serves. Over the years, the Foundation has provided support for outreach programs that provide dental services to underserved populations and has offered grants to allied dental education programs and other community health programs.
To learn more about the Foundation, call the MDA at 612-767-8400.
Minnesota Dental Political Action Committee
The Minnesota Dental Political Action Committee (MINDENPAC) endorses candidates and provides campaign contributions to candidates for constitutional office and the Legislature. Contributions made annually by MDA members are used by MINDENPAC to support the candidacies of people who are supportive of dental legislation. Over the years, MINDENPAC has worked through the legislative process to advance the dental profession, enhance patient access and ensure quality dental care.To learn more about MINDENPAC, call the MDA at 612-767-8400.