AI Summary
The Mountain State Congress of Optometry is a 501(c)(3) organization that focuses on grantmaking within the optometry field, having disbursed a total of $90.5K to two grantees in 2025. This funder does not accept unsolicited proposals and operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. Nonprofits interested in funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
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Cause Areas
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Medical specialties
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
THE COLORADO OPTOMETRIC ASSOCIATION
Denver, CO
$320.5K
59%
COLLEGE OF OPTOMETRISTS IN VISION DEVELOPMENT
Aurora, OH
$90.5K
17%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to MOUNTAIN STATE CONGRESS OF OPTOMETRY?
No. MOUNTAIN STATE CONGRESS OF OPTOMETRY does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does MOUNTAIN STATE CONGRESS OF OPTOMETRY give?
MOUNTAIN STATE CONGRESS OF OPTOMETRY primarily gives to organizations located in Colorado and Ohio. 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 MOUNTAIN STATE CONGRESS OF OPTOMETRY’s grants?
The largest share of grants from MOUNTAIN STATE CONGRESS OF OPTOMETRY fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $27 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does MOUNTAIN STATE CONGRESS OF OPTOMETRY make each year?
In 2025, MOUNTAIN STATE CONGRESS OF OPTOMETRY awarded about 4 grants, totaling nearly $91 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did MOUNTAIN STATE CONGRESS OF OPTOMETRY fund recently?
In 2025, MOUNTAIN STATE CONGRESS OF OPTOMETRY awarded grants to about 2 grantees. Recent grantees include THE COLORADO OPTOMETRIC ASSOCIATION and COLLEGE OF OPTOMETRISTS IN VISION DEVELOPMENT. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to MOUNTAIN STATE CONGRESS OF OPTOMETRY?
MOUNTAIN STATE CONGRESS OF OPTOMETRY does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.