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VISION FOR THE POOR is a 501(c)3 organization that focuses on grantmaking through a relationship-based approach, providing funding by invitation only. The organization does not accept unsolicited proposals, making it essential for nonprofits to explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting. In 2022, VISION FOR THE POOR paid a total of $745K in grants to two grantees.
Mission Statement
TO PROVIDE EYE CARE TO IMPOVERISHED IN THIRD WORLD COUNTRIES
Cause Areas
1
International development
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
SEVA FOUNDATION
Berkeley, CA
$690K
93%
RIGHT OF SIGHT AND HEALTH INC
Weehawken, NJ
$55K
7%
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- 2 grantees
- 11 board & team members
- 12 historic 990s & financials
- 6-year operating budget trend
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to VISION FOR THE POOR?
No. VISION FOR THE POOR does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does VISION FOR THE POOR give?
VISION FOR THE POOR primarily gives to organizations located in California and New Jersey. 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 VISION FOR THE POOR’s grants?
The largest share of grants from VISION FOR THE POOR fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $373 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does VISION FOR THE POOR make each year?
In 2022, VISION FOR THE POOR awarded about 2 grants, totaling nearly $745 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did VISION FOR THE POOR fund recently?
In 2025, VISION FOR THE POOR awarded grants to about 2 grantees. Recent grantees include SEVA FOUNDATION and RIGHT OF SIGHT AND HEALTH INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to VISION FOR THE POOR?
VISION FOR THE POOR does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.