Since its founding in 1896, the American Academy of Ophthalmology has been an institution dedicated to the advancement of ophthalmic education.

Established in 1980, the Foundation of the American Academy of Ophthalmology raises financial support and implements programs that advance ophthalmic education resulting in the best possible eye care for the public.

Funds raised by the Academy Foundation are used to:

• Develop new Academy educational products and services,
• Help improve eye care in developing countries through education and,
• Preserve the history of ophthalmology and the Academy.

The Academy Foundation also offers a variety of fulfilling volunteer opportunities to ophthalmologists both domestically and abroad as well as rewarding opportunities for corporations through membership in the Corporate Advisory Council.

Our organization has worked diligently for nearly 25 years to advance ophthalmic education and provide better care for the public.

We are grateful to the thousands of generous individuals, foundations and corporations who believe in the work of the Foundation and have supported our mission over the last 25 years.

Your contributions make our programming possible.

Make a gift today!