Awarded Grants
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Lima, PeruAbout the Grantee
Sense Internacional Perú works in cooperation with families, professionals, public and private associations and institutions in order to promote the rights and access of people with deafblindness and multiple disabilities to opportunities, services and specialized programs.
Purpose of the Grant
In partnership with the Ministry of Education, to improve the quality of inclusive education for children with deafblindness in Peru.
Amount
$69,566Term
24Grant Regions
International, Latin America & CaribbeanThe Carroll Center for the Blind
Newton, MAAbout the Grantee
Established in 1936, the Carroll Center for the Blind is known nationally as a premier vision rehabilitation center and serves over 4,000 clients annually.
Purpose of the Grant
To support the Carroll Center for the Blind’s (CCB) year-round internship program for VRT’s, TVIs, certified O&M specialists (COMS) and social workers who are interested in working with individuals with visual impairments.
Amount
$214,514Term
36 monthsGrant Regions
USA Multi-StateThe Filomen M. D’Agostino Greenberg Music School
New York, NYAbout the Grantee
A celebrated community music school with 100 students ranging in age from five to ninety-five, The Filomen M. D’Agostino Greenberg Music School (‘FMDG’) Music School, is dedicated to helping people pursue music in the context of living with challenges posed by vision loss. Since its inception in 1913, the FMDG Music School has consistently proven valuable to individuals with vision loss because of its core mission of providing accessibility, fostering inclusion and adhering to standards of excellence in the world of music education, performance, technology and teacher training. It is the only community music school with a comprehensive, sequential music curriculum in the United States.
Purpose of the Grant
To provide general support for the Grantee.
Amount
$150,000Term
24 monthsGrant Regions
USA Multi-StateThe Fred Hollows Foundation USA
New York, NY, USAAbout the Grantee
The Fred Hollows Foundation is committed to tackling the causes of blindness and vision loss in the developing world and growing their movement to end avoidable blindness.
Purpose of the Grant
To support Alina Vision Vietnam’s provision of free and subsidized cataract surgeries for 500 low-income patients in the Greater Hanoi, Vietnam area – and so also to advance the program towards break-even, sliding-scale fee revenue.
Amount
$200,000Term
24 monthsGrant Regions
Asia (Outside South Asia), InternationalThe Research Foundation for SUNY
Brockport, NY, USAAbout the Grantee
The Research Foundation works with the academic and business leadership of campuses to support research and discovery at SUNY through efficient and skillful administration of sponsored projects and adept transfer and sharing of intellectual property for public benefit and economic growth.
Purpose of the Grant
In support of Dr. Lauren Lieberman’s project to develop trainings and training materials for parents, teachers and paraeducators designed to teach physical activity to children with visual impairments and other disabilities.
Amount
$319,845Term
36 monthsGrant Regions
Entire NY Tri-State Area, Upstate NYUniversity of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PAAbout the Grantee
The University of Pittsburgh will host the forum in conjunction with the Personnel Preparation Division of the Association for the Education and Rehabilitation of the Blind and Visually Impaired (AER)
Purpose of the Grant
For the hosting of a forum focused on increasing and diversifying the professional TVI, O&M, and VRT pipeline.
Amount
$4,970Term
12 monthsGrant Regions
USA Multi-StateVIA
Buffalo, NY, USAAbout the Grantee
VIA aims to help people who are blind or visually impaired achieve their highest level of independence.
Purpose of the Grant
For critical capital improvements to VIA’s physical facilities in Buffalo, NY.
Amount
$50,000Term
12 monthsGrant Regions
Upstate NYVISIONS/Services for the Blind and Visually Impaired
New York, NY, USAAbout the Grantee
Started by six women in 1926 and pioneered racially integrated programs in the early 1920’s,VISIONS is a 501c3 nonprofit rehabilitation and social service agency celebrating over 90 years of service, assisting people of all ages who are blind or visually impaired to lead independent and active lives in their homes and communities, and educating the public to understand the capabilities and needs of people who are blind or visually impaired so that they may be integrated into all aspects of community life.
Purpose of the Grant
To support the Lower Hudson Valley project.
Amount
$10,000Term
12 monthsGrant Regions
Entire NY Tri-State AreaAmerican Printing House for the Blind
Louisville, KY, USAAbout the Grantee
The American Printing House for the Blind (APH) is the world’s largest nonprofit organization creating educational, workplace, and independent living products and services for people who are visually impaired.
Purpose of the Grant
To partner with Perkins International in: (1) translating into Spanish the leading U.S. textbook on teaching adaptive physical education and sports to K-12 students who are visually impaired, (2) then making the Spanish-language version available free-of-charge in an accessible e-book format, and (3) promote the book’s use by TVIs, P/E teachers, and Special Education Departments throughout much of Spanish-speaking Latin America.
Amount
$48,082Term
18 monthsGrant Regions
International, Latin America & CaribbeanAssociation for Vision Rehabilitation and Employment
Binghamton, NY, USAAbout the Grantee
AVRE is a private, non-profit organization that creates opportunities for success and independence with people who are blind or visually impaired.
Purpose of the Grant
To acquire critically-needed technology for the Grantee’s Health and Rehabilitation staff, and to outfit its conference room in order to sustain virtual meetings and trainings.
Amount
$25,000Term
4 monthsGrant Regions
Upstate NYAurora of Central New York, Inc.
Syracuse, NY, USAAbout the Grantee
Aurora of CNY has a long history of providing individual rehabilitation, support and employment services, along with professional Interpreter Referral Services through the Marjorie Clere Interpreter Referral Service. Aurora of CNY is the only area non-profit organization dedicated exclusively to promoting independence and opportunity for people of all ages with vision or hearing loss.
Purpose of the Grant
For COVID-19 reponse.
Amount
$1,000Term
2 monthsGrant Regions
Upstate NYAurora of Central New York, Inc.
Syracuse, NY, USAAbout the Grantee
Aurora of CNY has a long history of providing individual rehabilitation, support and employment services, along with professional Interpreter Referral Services through the Marjorie Clere Interpreter Referral Service. Aurora of CNY is the only area non-profit organization dedicated exclusively to promoting independence and opportunity for people of all ages with vision or hearing loss.
Purpose of the Grant
To provide bridge-funding for the first year of operations for the new Liberty-Aurora Eye Center, a one-stop general optometry and low vision eye care clinic co-located with a full-service Article 28 Integrated Health Clinic.
Amount
$185,645Term
16 monthsGrant Regions
Upstate NYCandid
New York, NYAbout the Grantee
Candid’s mission is to strengthen the social sector by advancing knowledge about philanthropy in the U.S. and around the world.
Purpose of the Grant
For general operating support.
Amount
$2,000Term
12 monthsGrant Regions
USA Multi-StateCatholic Charities Community Services
New York, NY, USAAbout the Grantee
Since 1917, Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of New York has been supporting New Yorkers in need by
- Protecting & Nurturing Children & Youth
- Feeding the Hungry & Sheltering the Homeless
- Strengthening Families & Resolving Crises
- Supporting the Physically & Emotionally Challenged
- Welcoming & Integrating Immigrants & Refugees
Purpose of the Grant
for COVID-19 response.
Amount
$2,000Term
2 monthsGrant Regions
NYC Metro Area, Upstate NYCatholic Charities Community Services
New York, NY, USAAbout the Grantee
Since 1917, Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of New York has been supporting New Yorkers in need by
- Protecting & Nurturing Children & Youth
- Feeding the Hungry & Sheltering the Homeless
- Strengthening Families & Resolving Crises
- Supporting the Physically & Emotionally Challenged
- Welcoming & Integrating Immigrants & Refugees
Purpose of the Grant
To be reserved for Catholic Guild for the Blind specifically for essential training and professional development for a new Vision Rehabilitation Therapist (VRT), which will lead to program sustainability.
Amount
$34,998Term
4 monthsGrant Regions
NYC Metro Area, Upstate NYCatholic Charities Community Services
New York, NY, USAAbout the Grantee
Since 1917, Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of New York has been supporting New Yorkers in need by
- Protecting & Nurturing Children & Youth
- Feeding the Hungry & Sheltering the Homeless
- Strengthening Families & Resolving Crises
- Supporting the Physically & Emotionally Challenged
- Welcoming & Integrating Immigrants & Refugees
Purpose of the Grant
For Catholic Guild for the Blind specifically for the Program Director’s salary between September 2020 and January 2021.
Amount
$37,073Term
7 monthsGrant Regions
NYC Metro Area, Upstate NYFUNDAL
Mixco, GuatemalaAbout the Grantee
FUNDAL acts as a bridge to inclusion for students with deafblindness, visual and other impairments who need more specialized intervention in the beginning and then need support in the transition to mainstream education.
Purpose of the Grant
To (1) provide operating expenses for the Grantee from May to December 2020 in response to the COVID-19 crisis, (2) support the creation of a new digital transformation initiative leading to equal access to training materials and more efficient online services for all FUNDAL’s families, as well as an internet-based sustainability model for the future, and (3) allow the Grantee to repay a revolving bank loan maturing in June.
Amount
$307,000Term
12 monthsGrant Regions
International, Latin America & CaribbeanHealth Management Associates
Lansing MIAbout the Grantee
Health Management Associates (HMA) is a leading independent national research and consulting firm in the healthcare industry.
Purpose of the Grant
To identify strategic opportunities for foundations to support the establishment of sustainable models of care for New Yorkers who are blind or low vision.
Amount
$20,000Term
12 monthsGrant Regions
USA Multi-StateHelen Keller Services
Brooklyn, NY, USAAbout the Grantee
Since 1893, Helen Keller Services (HKS) has been committed to improving the lives of individuals who are blind, visually impaired or have combined hearing and vision loss.
Purpose of the Grant
To support Covid-19 response.
Amount
$50,000Term
3 monthsGrant Regions
Entire NY Tri-State Area, NYC Metro AreaL.V. Prasad Eye Institute of the Indo-American Eye Care Society
Rochester, NY, USAAbout the Grantee
Established in 1987, L V Prasad Eye Institute (LVPEI) is a comprehensive eye health facility with its main campus located in Hyderabad, India. A World Health Organization Collaborating Centre for Prevention of Blindness, the Institute offers comprehensive patient care, sight enhancement and rehabilitation services and high-impact rural eye health programs. It also pursues cutting edge research and offers training in human resources for all levels of ophthalmic personnel.
Purpose of the Grant
To support L. V. Prasad Eye Institute’s work to upgrade 20 existing Lavelle-supported Vision Centers in the state of Telangana to “Futuristic Vision Centers” with IT-enabled ophthalmic equipment.
Amount
$180,620Term
24 monthsGrant Regions
International, South AsiaLavelle School for the Blind
Bronx, NY, USAAbout the Grantee
Located in Bronx, New York, the Lavelle School for the Blind is a multi-cultural educational institution committed to teaching and training students with visual impairments and additional disabilities. Founded in 1904, Lavelle School for the Blind was originally a Catholic institution, based on the Catholic tradition and the compassion and dedication of the Dominican Sisters of Blauvelt.
As a private, state approved and supported institution, Lavelle School for the Blind educates approximately 150 enrolled students annually from all five New York City boroughs as well as surrounding school districts outside of New York City. Students may enroll as early as age 3 and can continue until age 21.
Purpose of the Grant
To cover the School’s “out-of-pocket” expenses to date for the fire alarm and heating system projects ($55,775.27) plus the cost of the Comprehensive Facility Condition Assessment Study ($18,800).
Amount
$74,575Term
5 monthsGrant Regions
NYC Metro AreaLavelle School for the Blind
Bronx, NY, USAAbout the Grantee
Located in Bronx, New York, the Lavelle School for the Blind is a multi-cultural educational institution committed to teaching and training students with visual impairments and additional disabilities. Founded in 1904, Lavelle School for the Blind was originally a Catholic institution, based on the Catholic tradition and the compassion and dedication of the Dominican Sisters of Blauvelt.
As a private, state approved and supported institution, Lavelle School for the Blind educates approximately 150 enrolled students annually from all five New York City boroughs as well as surrounding school districts outside of New York City. Students may enroll as early as age 3 and can continue until age 21.
Purpose of the Grant
For the Space-Programming Project.
Amount
$20,000Term
6 monthsGrant Regions
NYC Metro AreaLavelle School for the Blind
Bronx, NY, USAAbout the Grantee
Located in Bronx, New York, the Lavelle School for the Blind is a multi-cultural educational institution committed to teaching and training students with visual impairments and additional disabilities. Founded in 1904, Lavelle School for the Blind was originally a Catholic institution, based on the Catholic tradition and the compassion and dedication of the Dominican Sisters of Blauvelt.
As a private, state approved and supported institution, Lavelle School for the Blind educates approximately 150 enrolled students annually from all five New York City boroughs as well as surrounding school districts outside of New York City. Students may enroll as early as age 3 and can continue until age 21.
Purpose of the Grant
For capital improvements at the Lavelle School and for the additional purchase of supplies as a result of COVID, and for the purposes detailed in your grant request letter entitled “Lavelle School Support December 2020”.
Amount
$423,000Term
12 monthsGrant Regions
NYC Metro AreaLighthouse Guild International
New York, NY, USAAbout the Grantee
Lighthouse Guild is the leading not-for-profit vision + healthcare organization, with a long-standing heritage of addressing the needs of people who are blind or visually impaired, including those with multiple disabilities or chronic medical conditions.
Purpose of the Grant
To support the Remote Care Network initiative, expanding LGI’s programs and reach.