WILLS EYE ALUMNI SOCIETY
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The Wills Eye Alumni Society is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives primarily in Pennsylvania. It operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the Society can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
To promote & advance the science & art of ophthalmology, enhance & support the education & training of residents & fellows of ophthalmology at the Wills Eye Institute, encourage & support research in ophthalmology, promote the continued existence of Wills Eye Hospital & to sponsor an annual conference pertaining to ophthalmology.
Cause Areas
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Alumni relations
Health
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
CITY OF PHILADELPHIA TRUSTEE ADMINISTERING WILLS EYE HOSPITAL
$600.3K
58%
WILLS EYE FOUNDATION INC
$417.1K
40%
GLAUCOMA SERVICE FOUNDATION TO PREVENT BLINDNESS
$23.1K
2%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to WILLS EYE ALUMNI SOCIETY?
No. WILLS EYE ALUMNI SOCIETY does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does WILLS EYE ALUMNI SOCIETY give?
WILLS EYE ALUMNI SOCIETY 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 WILLS EYE ALUMNI SOCIETY’s grants?
The largest share of grants from WILLS EYE ALUMNI SOCIETY fall in the $50 thousand to $100 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 WILLS EYE ALUMNI SOCIETY make each year?
In 2024, WILLS EYE ALUMNI SOCIETY awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $51 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did WILLS EYE ALUMNI SOCIETY fund recently?
In 2024, WILLS EYE ALUMNI SOCIETY awarded grants to about 3 grantees. Recent grantees include CITY OF PHILADELPHIA TRUSTEE ADMINISTERING WILLS EYE HOSPITAL, WILLS EYE FOUNDATION INC, and GLAUCOMA SERVICE FOUNDATION TO PREVENT BLINDNESS. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to WILLS EYE ALUMNI SOCIETY?
WILLS EYE ALUMNI SOCIETY does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.