PDS Health Again Named One of America's 50 Most Community-Minded Companies by Points of Light
Receives Strategic Volunteering Award for Second Year in a Row
HENDERSON, Nev., June 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- PDS Health®, a leading U.S. provider of integrated healthcare support services, has again been recognized as one of America's 50 most community-minded companies by Points of Light, earning a place on The Civic 50 list for the second consecutive year. In addition to this national distinction, PDS Health was one of only a select few companies honored with the Strategic Volunteering Award, highlighting its long-term commitment to meaningful, team member-driven service.
The Civic 50, now in its 13th year, sets the national standard for corporate citizenship and social impact. Honorees are selected based on four dimensions: Resource investment, integration across business functions, institutionalized systems and measurable impact. The Strategic Volunteering Award recognizes companies that go beyond traditional volunteerism by embedding service deeply into their business practices.
"Service is a core principle at PDS Health. It not only strengthens the communities we serve, it also transforms those who serve," said Stephen E. Thorne IV, Founder and CEO of PDS Health. "We've built a culture where volunteerism is foundational and where social impact is part of how we operate. Being recognized as one of The Civic 50 and receiving the Strategic Volunteering Award for a second consecutive year affirms the long-term value of that commitment. As we continue to expand access to integrated health care, we remain focused on creating healthier, happier communities through service."
PDS Health partners with both national and local organizations to address critical community needs. Its three national nonprofit partners are the PDS Health Foundation, charity: water and Special Olympics International. Together, these organizations support access to comprehensive care, clean water, and inclusive health programs for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. PDS Health also works closely with groups like KABOOM!, Dental Lifeline Network and Human-I-T to broaden its impact and extend resources to communities across the U.S. and around the world.
In 2024 alone, PDS Health team members contributed more than 117,000 volunteer hours across local and national service efforts. During Smile Generation Serve Day, the organization's annual nationwide event focused on donated care and community service, clinicians provided more than $16.5 million in oral health services to underserved patients. PDS Health also raised and contributed over $1.4 million to charity: water, supporting clean water initiatives in Ethiopia, and more than $1.2 million to the PDS Health Foundation. These funds supported programs focused on special needs dentistry, dental assisting scholarships, international care through the Clínica Dental in Guatemala, and advocacy to expand access to care. In partnership with KABOOM!, PDS Health completed its 20th playground build, creating safe, inclusive play spaces for children in under-resourced communities. Together, these efforts reflect PDS Health's long-standing commitment to service, prevention, and expanding access to care through the power of integrated health care.
"Companies like PDS Health are leading the way in showing how social impact benefits their employee's well-being, strengthens the communities where they do business, and brings value and meaning to their work," said Jennifer Sirangelo, President and CEO, Points of Light. "Their efforts provide a model for others looking to bring the benefits of volunteering and social impact to their workforce and they're extremely deserving of this recognition."
To view the full report and see the full list of The Civic 50 national 2025 honorees, visit pointsoflight.org/the-civic-50.
About PDS Health
PDS Health® continues the journey started by Pacific Dental Services® in 1994, with a vision to redefine health care through the integration of dental and medical services. Its approach, centered on the connection between oral health and overall health, aims to create healthier, happier patients and set new benchmarks in the healthcare industry. As a leading provider of integrated healthcare support, the company delivers a broad spectrum of services to dental, dental specialties, and medical providers, enhancing operations and care delivery for clinicians across the U.S. For more information about PDS Health and its vision, visit pdshealth.com.
About Points of Light
Points of Light is a nonpartisan, global nonprofit organization that inspires, equips, and mobilizes millions of people to take action that creates a positive impact through volunteering and civic engagement. Through partnerships with nonprofits, companies and social impact leaders, the organization galvanizes volunteers to meet critical needs for healthier and more resilient communities. As the world's largest organization dedicated to increasing volunteer service, Points of Light engages more than 3.8 million volunteers across 32 countries. For more information, visit www.pointsoflight.org.
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