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The Alcon Foundation Inc, a 501(c)3 organization, is actively open for unsolicited proposals and has a robust grantmaking scale, having distributed a total of $5.5 million across 177 grantees in 2024. Prospective applicants are encouraged to review the 'How to Apply' section of the current profile page to assess their fit for funding opportunities.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
ALCON CHILDREN'S VISION CENTER
$4.6M
16%

PROJECT ORBIS INTERNATIONAL INC
$2.8M
10%
THE FOUNDATION OF THE AMERICAN ACADEMY OF OPHTHALMOLOGY
$1M
3%
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Total No. of Grants
99
Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$10K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE ALCON FOUNDATION INC?
Yes. THE ALCON FOUNDATION INC accepts unsolicited proposals for funding. You can find details in the How to Apply section on this profile.
Where does THE ALCON FOUNDATION INC give?
THE ALCON FOUNDATION INC primarily gives to organizations located in Texas, New York, 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 ALCON FOUNDATION INC’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE ALCON FOUNDATION INC fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE ALCON FOUNDATION INC make each year?
In 2024, THE ALCON FOUNDATION INC awarded about 100 grants, totaling nearly $5.5 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE ALCON FOUNDATION INC fund recently?
In 2024, THE ALCON FOUNDATION INC awarded grants to about 180 grantees. Recent grantees include ALCON CHILDREN'S VISION CENTER, PROJECT ORBIS INTERNATIONAL INC, and THE FOUNDATION OF THE AMERICAN ACADEMY OF OPHTHALMOLOGY. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE ALCON FOUNDATION INC?
You can find details on how to apply in the How to Apply section on this profile.
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