Call for Proposals:

The Vision of Children Foundation’s Call for Proposals Opens September 1, 2026 and Closes November 1, 2026.

Call for Proposals – Overview

The Vision of Children Foundation seeks to fund innovative research projects focused on finding a cure for Ocular Albinism (OA), Oculocutaneous Albinism (OCA) and other hereditary vision disorders. We invite researchers and clinical specialists to submit a Letter of Intent (LOI) for consideration in our upcoming grant cycle. The LOI is the initial step in the application process and should provide a concise overview of your proposed project.

Eligibility Requirements:

This request for applications is open globally. International applicants are invited to apply. Eligible applicants include researchers from accredited academic institutions, research hospitals, and nonprofit research organizations. The proposed research must directly contribute to advancing our understanding of hereditary vision disorders.

Application Process:

LOIs can be submitted at any time until November 1, 2026. Researchers interested in applying for funding must first submit an LOI. After LOI’s have been reviewed, invitations for RFP’s will be sent individually.

Research Priorities:

The Vision of Children Foundation is dedicated to funding projects that advance scientific knowledge and clinical approaches to curing hereditary vision disorders. Specifically, we are seeking research that:

  • Aims to improve knowledge about the genetic mechanism underlying vision disorders, particularly Ocular Albinism and Oculocutaneous Albinism.

  • Develops therapeutic interventions that are effective and safe.

  • Pursues translational research that brings laboratory findings closer to clinical applications.

  • Utilizes innovative methodologies that offer fresh perspectives on long-standing scientific challenges.

Funding Considerations:

Projects should demonstrate:

  • A clear alignment with our mission and focus areas.

  • A potential for high-impact results, both in terms of scientific advancement and patient outcomes.

  • A well-established team of researchers with relevant expertise.

Funding Available:

Up to $100,000 per year for two years, for ongoing or expanded research in hereditary vision disorders, especially with a focus on Ocular Albinism (OA), Oculocutaneous Albinism (OCA), and similar disease models.

These grants support our mission to cure hereditary blindness and vision disorders. Applicants should align their research with our goal of advancing a cure for genetic vision disorders.

Key Dates:

September 1, 2026: LOI Submissions Open

November 1, 2026: LOI Form Due

December 2026: Notification of Invitation for Full Proposal

January 15, 2027: Full Proposal Due

March 2027: Grants Awarded

View LOI Guidelines and Submit Your Letter of Inquiry here

Questions? Get in touch.

Have questions about our Call for Proposals?

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The Vision of Children Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization with Tax ID # 95-4271785