Good Neighbor Health Clinic & Red Logan Dental Clinic celebrated GivingTuesday, joining millions around the world to participate in the global generosity movement on December 2, 2025

GivingTuesday began in 2012 as a simple idea: to create one day that encourages people to do good. Over the past decade, it has grown into a global movement that brings together people and organizations who believe in strengthening their communities through generosity. On December 2, 2025, supporters around the world once again showed what is possible when people come together with a shared purpose. For us at Good Neighbor Health Clinic and Red Logan Dental Clinic, the day served as a powerful reminder that our community deeply values access to care and the dignity that comes with it.

Our goal for GivingTuesday 2025 was to raise $10,000 to support patient care costs into 2026. This goal reflected the growing challenges many of our neighbors are facing, including changes to Medicaid, fewer Medicare coverage options, and rising insurance premiums that put care out of reach for too many.

Because of the extraordinary generosity of our supporters, we not only met that goal but surpassed it, raising a total of $12,903.82!

The funds raised through GivingTuesday will help ensure continued access to medical, dental, mental health, and specialty care for patients who might otherwise delay or go without treatment. This support also allows us to provide education, resources, care management, and guidance so patients can make informed decisions about their health and wellbeing. At our clinics, care is not limited to a single visit. Our dedicated teams of staff and volunteers care for people over time in an effort to help them build a healthier future for themselves and their families.

Your generosity is what makes this work possible. It keeps our doors open, our clinics prepared to serve, and our volunteers equipped with the tools and supplies they need to provide compassionate, cost-free care. We are so deeply grateful for all of the support shown to us on GivingTuesday and look forward to continuing to care for more of our neighbors here in the Upper Valley. Weren’t able to join us on GivingTuesday but would like to make a contribution? You can make a contribution directly, here!

Access to care should never depend on income, insurance status, or other circumstance.

About GivingTuesday

GivingTuesday is a movement that unleashes the power of radical generosity around the world. It was created in 2012 at New York’s 92nd Street Y and incubated in its Belfer Center for Innovation & Social Impact. What started as a simple idea of a day that encourages people to do good has grown into a global movement that inspires hundreds of millions of people to give, collaborate, and celebrate generosity year-round. The movement is brought to life through a distributed network of entrepreneurial leaders who lead national movements in more than 110 countries across the globe. An integral part of the global generosity movement is the GivingTuesday organization, which offers support and resources to GivingTuesday leaders and fosters connection and collaboration across the network. To learn more about GivingTuesday, please visit: www.givingtuesday.org.

Recently, our Dental Clinic Director and Staff Dentist, Dr. Bradley, DMD, MPH, spent some time presenting for Moms in Recovery (MORE), a group that provides a safe space to mothers navigating recovery. The goal of the presentation: provide the group with oral health tips to better care for themselves and their children.

Partnering with Sam, the current dental extern with Red Logan Dental Clinic (RLDC), Dr. Bradley crafted a presentation aimed at practical, everyday tips focusing on what families could do at home. When asked what she hoped the presentation would accomplish, Dr. Bradley shared,

“I wanted to help the moms better understand oral health and why dentists give the recommendations they do.” 

She hoped each participant would walk away with at least one or two ideas they would put into action. Practices like using disclosing tablets to help kids brush better at home or swapping out snacks for tooth-healthy alternatives. One of the biggest discussion points of the day? Water.

Dr. Bradley explained how staying hydrated supports overall oral health and helps to rinse away bacteria and food particles that contribute to dental issues. But not all water is the same; town tap water is regulated, but private well water isn’t—meaning fluoride levels and acidity can vary widely from home to home. In Vermont, parents with children under four can access free well-water testing, and both Vermont and New Hampshire offer clear guidance on their state websites for how to get well water tested. Just knowing what’s in your water can make a difference in protecting your family’s teeth! 

We asked Dr. Bradley about her thoughts on the experience working with Moms In Recovery:

Q: What made you want to start doing the work with MORE?
A: “Bonnie reached out to connect with someone from our clinic, and it fit perfectly with our mission. Much of my presentation was pulled from previous talks I have given. Sam helped create slides focused on caring for kids, since he has more recent pediatric experience than I do, as RLDC only serves adults.”

Q: What did you learn from the participants?
A: “My experience reinforced that dentistry isn’t just what happens in the chair—it’s also about care at home and reaching those who want care but can’t get it. Outreach like this is essential.”

The moms who attended were eager to learn and deeply committed to caring for their kids and themselves. Meeting them where they are, in a space that feels safe and supportive, is exactly the kind of community connection that helps expand access, knowledge, and confidence around oral health. We’re grateful for the chance to partner with MORE and look forward to continuing to make care more accessible for everyone here in the Upper Valley.

The work we do relies on the support of our community to help us continue to create opportunities for education, access, and care for everyone who needs it. We hope that we can count on your continued support, especially this #GivingTuesday, as we prepare to raise $10,000 to support patient care costs and ensure that everyone here in the Upper Valley has the care they need. If you’re interested in making a contribution, click here.

September is Suicide Awareness Month, and our newsletter shares ways we can make a difference and support one another. You’ll also find details about upcoming community events, including our second annual vaccine drive-through.

Read the full September Clinic Chronicle here!

This month we’re sharing a patient story, summer events, an introduction to our intern and the work he’s doing to update our community resource guide!

View the full July Chronicle here!