AMERICAN ACADEMY OF OPTOMETRY FOUNDATION INC
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The American Academy of Optometry Foundation Inc is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses primarily on funding initiatives in Massachusetts, Alabama, and Texas, with a total of $457.2K awarded to 23 grantees in 2024. This foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals and operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
DEVELOP & PROVIDE FINANCIAL SUPPORT FOR OPTOMETRIC RESEARCH & EDUCATION
Cause Areas
2
Education
Eye diseases
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
THE NEW ENGLAND COLLEGE OF OPTOMETRY
$273.9K
12%
4-H CLUBS & AFFILIATED 4-H ORGANIZATIONS
$115.9K
5%
University of the Incarnate Word
$96.4K
4%
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Total No. of Grants
22
Median 1st year grant
$8K
Median 2nd year grant
$8K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to AMERICAN ACADEMY OF OPTOMETRY FOUNDATION INC?
No. AMERICAN ACADEMY OF OPTOMETRY FOUNDATION INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does AMERICAN ACADEMY OF OPTOMETRY FOUNDATION INC give?
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF OPTOMETRY FOUNDATION INC primarily gives to organizations located in Massachusetts, Alabama, and Texas. 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 AMERICAN ACADEMY OF OPTOMETRY FOUNDATION INC’s grants?
The largest share of grants from AMERICAN ACADEMY OF OPTOMETRY FOUNDATION INC fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $8,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does AMERICAN ACADEMY OF OPTOMETRY FOUNDATION INC make each year?
In 2024, AMERICAN ACADEMY OF OPTOMETRY FOUNDATION INC awarded about 20 grants, totaling nearly $457 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did AMERICAN ACADEMY OF OPTOMETRY FOUNDATION INC fund recently?
In 2024, AMERICAN ACADEMY OF OPTOMETRY FOUNDATION INC awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include THE NEW ENGLAND COLLEGE OF OPTOMETRY, 4-H CLUBS & AFFILIATED 4-H ORGANIZATIONS, and University of the Incarnate Word. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to AMERICAN ACADEMY OF OPTOMETRY FOUNDATION INC?
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF OPTOMETRY FOUNDATION INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.