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Est.

1960

Fiscal Year Start

Aug 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The Pennsylvania Lions Sight Conservation and Eye Research Foundation is a 501(c)3 organization that focuses on funding initiatives related to sight conservation and eye research within Pennsylvania. This funder does not accept unsolicited proposals and engages with grantees through a relationship-based, invitation-only process. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

GRANTS ARE AWARDED TO HOSPITALS AND MEDICAL SCHOOLS IN PENNSYLVANIA THAT HAVE ESTABLISHED A LONG RECORD OF DEDICATION TO SIGHT CONSERVATION AND EYE RESEARCH.
Total Funding Given
$37.5K
2025
Grantees funded
6
Multi-year grantees
33%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
3
Median 1st year grant
$11K
Median 2nd year grant
$30K
R
Robert W Miller
Board Member
B
Brian B McCarl
Board Member
R
Ronald Peters
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to PENNSYLVANIA LIONS SIGHT CONSERVATION AND EYE RESEARCH FOUNDATION?
No. PENNSYLVANIA LIONS SIGHT CONSERVATION AND EYE RESEARCH FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does PENNSYLVANIA LIONS SIGHT CONSERVATION AND EYE RESEARCH FOUNDATION give?
PENNSYLVANIA LIONS SIGHT CONSERVATION AND EYE RESEARCH FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Pennsylvania. 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 PENNSYLVANIA LIONS SIGHT CONSERVATION AND EYE RESEARCH FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from PENNSYLVANIA LIONS SIGHT CONSERVATION AND EYE RESEARCH FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 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 PENNSYLVANIA LIONS SIGHT CONSERVATION AND EYE RESEARCH FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2025, PENNSYLVANIA LIONS SIGHT CONSERVATION AND EYE RESEARCH FOUNDATION awarded about 3 grants, totaling nearly $37 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did PENNSYLVANIA LIONS SIGHT CONSERVATION AND EYE RESEARCH FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2025, PENNSYLVANIA LIONS SIGHT CONSERVATION AND EYE RESEARCH FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 6 grantees. Recent grantees include TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA, CITY OF PHILADELPHIA TRUSTEE ADMINISTERING WILLS EYE HOSPITAL, and UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to PENNSYLVANIA LIONS SIGHT CONSERVATION AND EYE RESEARCH FOUNDATION?
PENNSYLVANIA LIONS SIGHT CONSERVATION AND EYE RESEARCH FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.