THE MACULA FOUNDATION INC
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The Macula Foundation Inc is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that primarily focuses on funding initiatives in New York, Alabama, and California. The foundation operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
TO PREVENT AND RESTORE VISION LOSS BY RAISING AWARENESS ABOUT THE MACULA AND FURTHERING KNOWLEDGE IN THE FIELD WITH INNOVATIVE RESEARCH. BECAUSE OF THE IMPACT ON VISION, OUR PRINCIPAL GOALS HAVE BEEN THE STUDY OF AGE RELATED MACULAR DEGENERATION, DIABETIC RETINOPATHY AND OTHER RETINAL MACULAR DISEASES.
Cause Areas
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Eye Diseases, Blindness & Vision Impairments Research
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
Lenox Hill Hospital C/O NORTHWELL HEALTH INC
$2M
64%
NORTH SHORE-LONG ISLAND JEWISH MEDICAL CARE CENTERS INC
$580.3K
18%
BOARD OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA
$79.4K
3%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE MACULA FOUNDATION INC?
No. THE MACULA FOUNDATION INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE MACULA FOUNDATION INC give?
THE MACULA FOUNDATION INC primarily gives to organizations located in New York, Alabama, and California. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are THE MACULA FOUNDATION INC’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE MACULA FOUNDATION INC fall in the $25 thousand to $50 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $11 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE MACULA FOUNDATION INC make each year?
In 2024, THE MACULA FOUNDATION INC awarded about 2 grants, totaling nearly $56 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE MACULA FOUNDATION INC fund recently?
In 2024, THE MACULA FOUNDATION INC awarded grants to about 10 grantees. Recent grantees include Lenox Hill Hospital C/O NORTHWELL HEALTH INC, NORTH SHORE-LONG ISLAND JEWISH MEDICAL CARE CENTERS INC, and BOARD OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE MACULA FOUNDATION INC?
THE MACULA FOUNDATION INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.