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THE EYESIGHT FOUNDATION OF ALABAMA INC

THE EYESIGHT FOUNDATION OF ALABAMA INC

BIRMINGHAM, AL, US
501(c)(3)
EIN
72-1378980
Regional Funder
Logo for "THE EYESIGHT FOUNDATION OF ALABAMA INC"

THE EYESIGHT FOUNDATION OF ALABAMA INC

BIRMINGHAM, AL, US
501(c)(3)
EIN
72-1378980
Regional Funder

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Est.

1997

Fiscal Year Start

Jul 1

Organization Type

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Grantmaker

AI Summary

The Eyesight Foundation of Alabama Inc is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives within Alabama. With a total of $1.5 million in grants paid to 14 grantees in 2024, the foundation operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals; grants are awarded by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

TO SERVE AS A CATALYST FOR IMPROVING EYESIGHT THROUGH EDUCATION, RESEARCH AND ACCESS TO CARE.
Total Funding Given

$1.5M

2024
Grantees funded
14
Multi-year grantees
79%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants

8

Median 1st year grant
$17.3K
Median 2nd year grant
$30K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
L
Leroy Abrahams
Board Member
L
Linda Flaherty-Goldsmith
Board Member
H
Hartwell Davis
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE EYESIGHT FOUNDATION OF ALABAMA INC?
No. THE EYESIGHT FOUNDATION OF ALABAMA INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE EYESIGHT FOUNDATION OF ALABAMA INC give?
THE EYESIGHT FOUNDATION OF ALABAMA INC primarily gives to organizations located in Alabama. 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 EYESIGHT FOUNDATION OF ALABAMA INC’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE EYESIGHT FOUNDATION OF ALABAMA INC fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $17 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE EYESIGHT FOUNDATION OF ALABAMA INC make each year?
In 2024, THE EYESIGHT FOUNDATION OF ALABAMA INC awarded about 8 grants, totaling nearly $1.5 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE EYESIGHT FOUNDATION OF ALABAMA INC fund recently?
In 2024, THE EYESIGHT FOUNDATION OF ALABAMA INC awarded grants to about 10 grantees. Recent grantees include THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF GREATER BIRMINGHAM, THE EYE FOUNDATION INC, and SIGHT SAVERS OF AMERICA INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE EYESIGHT FOUNDATION OF ALABAMA INC?
THE EYESIGHT FOUNDATION OF ALABAMA INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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