Alcon Cares Inc
Alcon Cares Inc is a private foundation based in Fort Worth, Texas. Its stated charitable activity is providing medical products to charitable organizations serving indigent individuals in medically underserved areas.
Alcon Cares Inc at a glance
In short: Alcon Cares Inc gave $3.1M across 142 grants in 2024 (avg $22K), top state Texas. 43% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $3,133,846
- +12.4% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 142
- -6.6% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $22,069
- +20.3% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $2,848
- New grantees (estimate)
- 43% first-time grantees (60 of 141, 2024)
- Primary geography
- Texas (41% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Alcon Cares Inc
- Invitation Only
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The filing says applicants must complete an application signed by their healthcare provider. The application includes the applicant’s name, address, insurance information, and proof of income, as well as information about the health care provided, including the therapeutic license number, facility name, and healthcare provider’s name and address. The Alcon Cares equipment donation program is by invitation only.
- Review Cycle
- There are no submission deadlines.
- Deadline
- There are no submission deadlines.
- Contact
Application contact: Michael Fountas Director Social Imp
Mailing address: 6201 South Freeway, Fort Worth, TX 76134
Phone: (817) 940-8943
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Alcon Cares Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Surgical Eye Expeditions International Inc ($910K). Together the top 10 received $2.3M.
Grant Size Distribution
599 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 562 grants of 599 (94%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, recipient states accounting for the largest shares of grant dollars were Texas (41%), California (37%), and New York (5%); Alabama and Idaho each accounted for 2%.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 142 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is Alcon Cares Inc open to new grantees?
43%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 60 of 141 grantees (43%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $4K; repeat grants $36K. How we count
Medians: $1K first-time, $5K repeat.
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $1.1M (2020) to $3.1M (2024). In 2024 it made 142 grants totaling $3.1M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Surgical Eye Expeditions International Inc Goleta, CA | Medical Missions | $909,835 |
| Christian Ophthalmic Surgery Expedition Network Amarillo, TX | Medical Missions | $579,684 |
| Mercy Ships Foundation Lindale, TX | Medical Missions | $227,915 |
| Guerrero Crystal Foundation Inc Lake Jackson, TX | Medical Missions | $179,941 |
| Medical Ministry International US San Antonio, TX | Medical Missions | $132,552 |
| Project Orbis International Inc New York, NY | Medical Missions | $113,041 |
| Eye for God Ministries Grant, AL | Medical Missions | $62,735 |
| Liga International Inc Toluca Lake, CA | Medical Missions | $48,108 |
| Luke Commission Inc Sagle, ID | Medical Missions | $47,294 |
| Help Is on the Way Ministries Milpitas, CA | Medical Missions | $47,262 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,133,846 | $3,133,846 | $3,133,846 | 142 | $3,133,846 |
| 2023 | $2,788,919 | $2,788,919 | $2,788,919 | 152 | $2,788,919 |
| 2022 | $1,879,692 | $1,879,692 | $1,879,692 | 118 | $1,879,692 |
| 2021 | $1,803,602 | $1,803,602 | $1,803,602 | 90 | $1,803,602 |
| 2020 | $1,103,670 | $1,103,670 | $1,103,670 | 97 | — |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation’s stated activity is “medical missions”: providing medical products to charitable organizations that serve indigent individuals in medically underserved areas. Its 2024 grants were listed for medical missions.
Grantees’ own descriptions illustrate the kinds of organizations supported. Surgical Eye Expeditions International says it provides medical, surgical, and educational services through volunteer ophthalmic surgeons, with the goal of restoring sight to blind people worldwide. Project Orbis International says it builds sustainable eye-care systems globally. Mercy Ships Foundation says it supports the operations of Mercy Ships International. Medical Ministry International US describes supporting health-care centers in developing countries and building long-term medical capacity. Liga International says it provides medical, dental, and vision care to people in need in rural Mexico.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported 142 grants totaling $3,133,846. Grants ranged from $80 to $909,835, with a median of $2,848.
The largest 2024 grants included $909,835 to Surgical Eye Expeditions International Inc.; $579,684 to Christian Ophthalmic Surgery Expedition Network; $227,915 to Mercy Ships Foundation; $179,941 to Guerrero Crystal Foundation Inc.; $132,552 to Medical Ministry International US; and $113,041 to Project Orbis International Inc. Each was listed for medical missions.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Officers and directors listed on the 2024 filing were Charles Herget, president and director; Duane Stumpf, vice president and director; Ian Bell, director and chairman; Kerry Dailey, director; Hakan Erdemir, director; Andy Baratz, director (ending December 2024); Tom Hudnall, assistant secretary (non-voting); and Rhonda Bryant, secretary (non-voting).
Alcon Cares Inc is led by Charles Herget, President & Director on every filing since 2023; none of the 8 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Charles Herget
President & Director
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Ian Bell
Director & Chairman
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Andy Baratz
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Duane Stumpf
Vice President & Director
Director & Secretary → Vice President & Director, 2023
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Hakan Erdemir
Director
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Kerry Dailey
Director
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Tom Hudnall
Assistant Secretary
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Rhonda Bryant
Secretary
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (5)
- Former: Karen King (2020–2022) — Director
- Former: Melissa Thompson (2020–2022) — Director & President
- Former: Thomas Proell (2020–2022) — Director
- Former: Michael Onuscheck (2020–2021) — Director & Chairman
- Former: Stephan Sulzer (2020–2021) — Director
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about Alcon Cares Inc
How much does Alcon Cares Inc give each year?
Alcon Cares Inc gave $3.1M across 142 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $2.8M across 152 grants.
What is Alcon Cares Inc's typical grant size?
Alcon Cares Inc's median grant in 2024 was $2,848, and its average grant was $22,069, across 142 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from Alcon Cares Inc that year got $4K on average.
Where does Alcon Cares Inc give grants?
Alcon Cares Inc's top state is Texas, with 41% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were California (37%) and New York (5%). The most frequent recipient cities were San Antonio, TX (4 grants), New York, NY (3 grants), Fort Worth, TX (3 grants) and Los Angeles, CA (3 grants).
Does Alcon Cares Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 142 grants with a stated purpose on Alcon Cares Inc's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Medical Missions" (142 grants).
Who are Alcon Cares Inc's largest grantees?
Alcon Cares Inc's largest 2024 grantees include Surgical Eye Expeditions International Inc ($909,835), Christian Ophthalmic Surgery Expedition Network ($579,684) and Mercy Ships Foundation ($227,915), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 55% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
What does Alcon Cares Inc fund?
The foundation’s stated activity is “medical missions”: providing medical products to charitable organizations that serve indigent individuals in medically underserved areas. Its 2024 grants were listed for medical missions. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Alcon Cares Inc?
The filing says applicants must complete an application signed by their healthcare provider. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Alcon Cares Inc's EIN?
Alcon Cares Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 20-4118713. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
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- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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