Eye Grants

Grants and Funding

The International Retinal Research Foundation (IRRF) supports scientific research on the diseases of the human eye, especially its center, the macula, and peripheral retinal research that ultimately will accelerate the outcome of discovery. Specific consideration will be given to those scientists who are actively working toward discovering the causes, preventions, and cures of macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy. Limited funding is available for postdoctoral training in the area of vision research and for educational and scientific exchange.

The IRRF is a publicly supported charitable foundation funded by donor contributions and has been approved by the Internal Revenue Service as tax exempt from federal tax under section 501(A) of the Internal Revenue Code as an organization described in section 501 (c)(3).

Grants are awarded in June with a July 1 funding date and December with a January 1 funding date. Deadlines for submitting grant applications are March 1 and September 1, and will be scheduled for review by the Scientific Director within two weeks after the receipt deadline. Written comments and recommendations will be completed and submitted to the IRRF Board of Directors no later than May 15 and November 15. All request determinations will be provided in writing.

Application forms may be obtained by contacting:

Sandra Blackwood, MPA
Executive Director
International Retinal Research Foundation, Inc.
1720 University Boulevard
Birmingham, Alabama 35233-1816 USA

Or by calling: 205-325-8103

Or by Email: sandy.blackwood@ccc.uab.edu

An original and six (6) copies of the completed application should be returned to the above address no later than March 1 or September 1.