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The Macular Degeneration Foundation Inc is a 501(c)3 organization that focuses on grantmaking to support initiatives related to macular degeneration, having awarded a total of $235K to nine grantees in 2024. This funder operates on a relationship-based engagement model and does not accept unsolicited proposals; grants are made by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in connecting with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Mission Statement
BRING AWARENESS TO AND EDUCATE ABOUT MACULAR DEGENERATION. PROVIDE INFORMATION REGARDING NEW TREATMENTS AND RESOURCES AVAILABLE. PROVIDE GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT THE DISEASE FUND GRANTS TO FURTHER RESEARCH INTO THE RESTORATION OF VISION DUE TO MACULAR DEGENERATION
Cause Areas
2
Special population support
Eye diseases
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
DEPT OF MEDICINE MEDICAL SERVICE GROUP AT SUNY HEALTH SCIENCE CNTR AT SYR INC
SYRACUSE, NY
$354.5K
34%
COMMUNITY SERVICES VISION REHAB
Mobile, AL
$350K
34%

MACULAR DEGENERATION SUPPORT INC
LEES SUMMIT, MO
$156K
15%
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Total No. of Grants
6
Median 1st year grant
$25K
Median 2nd year grant
$26.2K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to MACULAR DEGENERATION FOUNDATION INC?
No. MACULAR DEGENERATION FOUNDATION INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does MACULAR DEGENERATION FOUNDATION INC give?
MACULAR DEGENERATION FOUNDATION INC primarily gives to organizations located in New York, Alabama, and Missouri. 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 MACULAR DEGENERATION FOUNDATION INC’s grants?
The largest share of grants from MACULAR DEGENERATION FOUNDATION INC fall in the $25 thousand to $50 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $25 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does MACULAR DEGENERATION FOUNDATION INC make each year?
In 2024, MACULAR DEGENERATION FOUNDATION INC awarded about 6 grants, totaling nearly $235 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did MACULAR DEGENERATION FOUNDATION INC fund recently?
In 2024, MACULAR DEGENERATION FOUNDATION INC awarded grants to about 9 grantees. Recent grantees include DEPT OF MEDICINE MEDICAL SERVICE GROUP AT SUNY HEALTH SCIENCE CNTR AT SYR INC, COMMUNITY SERVICES VISION REHAB, and MACULAR DEGENERATION SUPPORT INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to MACULAR DEGENERATION FOUNDATION INC?
MACULAR DEGENERATION FOUNDATION INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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