Eye Fight for Kids Inc
Eye Fight for Kids Inc is a private foundation based in Birmingham, Michigan. Its stated work includes helping children diagnosed with retinoblastoma and their families with expenses related to treatment, and promoting awareness and supporting research and patient-care initiatives related to pediatric eye cancers.
Eye Fight for Kids Inc at a glance
In short: Eye Fight for Kids Inc gave $36K across 14 grants in 2024 (avg $3K), top state Michigan. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990 filing.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $36,221
- +121.7% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 14
- +180.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $2,587
- -20.8% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $2,940
- Total assets
- $41,452
- -40.4% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Michigan (18% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990 filing, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990 filing, 2024; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Eye Fight for Kids Inc
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds; it states that contributions are made only to preselected charitable organizations.
- Contact
Mailing address: 370 E Maple Road, Birmingham, MI 48009
Phone: (248) 646-8292
Website: https://www.eyefight.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Eye Fight for Kids Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Grant Size Distribution
30 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 30 grants of 30 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The 2024 filing shows grant dollars distributed among recipients in multiple states. The largest shares by recipient state were Michigan (18%), Utah (16%), DC (14%), North Carolina (12%), and Arizona (11%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 14 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How Eye Fight for Kids Inc gives
- Giving grew 508% from 2021 to 2024. Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990 filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $5K (2020) to $36K (2024). In 2024 it made 14 grants totaling $36K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 14 grants to individuals Recipients not named | — | $36,221 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $41,452 | $42,074 | $70,186 | $36,221 | 14 |
| 2023 | $69,564 | $45,500 | $51,398 | $16,339 | 5 |
| 2022 | $75,462 | $60,159 | $51,740 | $15,092 | 5 |
| 2021 | $67,043 | $50,592 | $34,295 | $5,960 | 3 |
| 2020 | $50,746 | $53,119 | $30,457 | $4,750 | 3 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation’s website states that its charitable and educational purposes include providing direct financial, travel, and personal-expense assistance to children diagnosed with retinoblastoma and their families during diagnosis, treatment, and recovery; promoting retinoblastoma awareness and early detection; and supporting medical research, treatment programs, and patient-care initiatives related to retinoblastoma and other pediatric eye cancers.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported 14 grants totaling $36,221. Grants ranged from $453 to $4,980, with a median of $2,940. The largest reported grants were to individual recipients: $4,980 in DC, $3,965 in AZ, $3,686 in NC, $3,611 in CA, and $3,500 in MI. Each was listed for medical and travel expenses.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Angela Bartolomeo as director and president, Jason Bartolomeo as director and treasurer, Megan Giorgi as director and secretary, and Robert Read as director.
The foundation’s website lists Ashley Venturini as board president and Bob Read, Nikki Fehrmann, Steven Mason, and Tom Versosku as board directors.
Eye Fight for Kids Inc is led by Angela Bartolomeo, Director & President since 2024 (on filings since 2020); none of the 4 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Angela Bartolomeo
Director & President
Director → Director & President, 2024
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jason Bartolomeo
Director & Treasurer
Director → Director & Treasurer, 2023
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Robert Read
Director
Director → Director & President, 2023
Director & President → Director, 2024
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Megan Giorgi
Director & Secretary
Director → Director & Secretary, 2023
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Robert Hatcher (2020–2022) — 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 Eye Fight for Kids Inc
How much does Eye Fight for Kids Inc give each year?
Eye Fight for Kids Inc gave $36K across 14 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990 filing. In 2023 it gave $16K across 5 grants.
What is Eye Fight for Kids Inc's typical grant size?
Eye Fight for Kids Inc's median grant in 2024 was $2,940, and its average grant was $2,587, across 14 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990 filing.
Where does Eye Fight for Kids Inc give grants?
Eye Fight for Kids Inc's top state is Michigan, with 18% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990 filing. The next largest states were Utah (16%) and District of Columbia (14%).
Does Eye Fight for Kids Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 14 grants with a stated purpose on Eye Fight for Kids Inc's 2024 IRS Form 990 filing were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Medical & Travel Expenses" (14 grants).
How large is Eye Fight for Kids Inc?
Eye Fight for Kids Inc reported $41K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990 filing. Its revenue that year was $42K.
What does Eye Fight for Kids Inc fund?
The foundation’s website states that its charitable and educational purposes include providing direct financial, travel, and personal-expense assistance to children diagnosed with retinoblastoma and their families during diagnosis, treatment, and recovery; promoting retinoblastoma awareness and early detection; and supporting medical research, treatment programs, and patient-care initiatives related to retinoblastoma and other pediatric eye cancers. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Eye Fight for Kids Inc?
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds; it states that contributions are made only to preselected charitable organizations. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Eye Fight for Kids Inc's EIN?
Eye Fight for Kids Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 83-1260203. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does Eye Fight for Kids Inc accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated October 2026.
Data update history
(1)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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