Established in 2006, the George E Richmond Foundation is the culmination of decades long interest and focus in the oral systemic field. The Foundation is organized for charitable purposes to expand the understanding and the importance of oral health to an individual's overall health. Believing that access to quality and affordable oral health care has the potential to improve the overall health of individuals and reduce healthcare costs, the Foundation uses its resources to fund projects and programs consistent with this mission. Activities and initiatives of the Foundation include research funding, supporting other aligned non-profit organizations and providing direct health care.