International Council of Ophthalmology Foundation
The organization is dedicated to the support of programs that will elevate the level of ophthalmic education worldwide.
International Council of Ophthalmology Foundation at a glance
In short: International Council of Ophthalmology Foundation gave $178K across 2 grants in 2021 (avg $89K), mostly in California. Source: 2021 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2021)
- $177,711
- -90.9% vs 2020
- Grants made (2021)
- 2
- +0.0% vs 2020
- Average grant
- $88,856
- -90.9% vs 2020
- Median grant
- $88,856
- Primary geography
- California (100% of itemized 2021 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2021 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2021; updated September 2026.
Who International Council of Ophthalmology Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 2 recipients in 2021
The largest 2021 recipient was Ophthalmology Foundation ($116K). Together the top 2 received $178K.
Grant Size Distribution
4 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was in the $50–100K range: 1 grant of 4 (25%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2021 grant dollars across all 2 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2021, annual grant giving ranged from $178K (2021) to $1.9M (2020). In 2021 it made 2 grants totaling $178K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ophthalmology Foundation San Francisco, CA | Ophthalmic Education, Eye Care and Vision | $116,180 |
| International Council of Ophthalmology San Francisco, CA | Ophthalmic Education, Eye Care and Vision, Society Relations | $61,531 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | — | — | $202,908 | $177,711 | 2 | — |
| 2020 | $280,929 | $270,113 | $2,372,814 | $1,944,143 | 2 | $160,626 |
About International Council of Ophthalmology Foundation
Based on IRS filings
International Council of Ophthalmology Foundation is a public charity, based in San Francisco, CA. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2021. In 2021, it awarded 2 grants totaling $178K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
International Council of Ophthalmology Foundation is led by David Ei Pyott Mdhc, President on every filing since 2020; none of the 10 officers listed in 2021 report compensation.
Officers on the 2021 filing
David Ei Pyott Mdhc
President
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Bruce E. Spivey Mdmedms
Secretary-Treasurer
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
F. Michael Ball
Board Member
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jag Dosanjh
Board Member
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
James V. Mazzo
Vice President
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jean-Frederic Chibret
Board Member
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Paul A. Sieving MD PhD
Board Member
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Robert Ritch Md Facs Farvo
Board Member
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Rubens Belfort Jr. MD PhD
Board Member
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Thomas W. Burns
Board Member
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (9)
- Former: Akira Kurokawa (2020) — Board Member
- Former: Alice R. McPherson MD (2020) — Board Member
- Former: Anne L. Coleman MD PhD (2020) — Board Member
- Former: Bradley R. Straatsma Mdjd (2020) — President Emeritus
- Former: Caren Mason (2020) — Board Member
- Former: Clement Tham MD (2020) — Board Member
- Former: Paul R. Lichter MD (2020) — Board Member
- Former: Peter Wiedemann MD (2020) — Board Member
- Former: Thomas G. Frinzi (2020) — Board Member
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2021. "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 International Council of Ophthalmology Foundation
How much does International Council of Ophthalmology Foundation give each year?
International Council of Ophthalmology Foundation gave $178K across 2 grants in 2021, according to its 2021 IRS Form 990. In 2020 it gave $1.9M across 2 grants.
Where does International Council of Ophthalmology Foundation operate?
International Council of Ophthalmology Foundation has awarded grants in California.
What is International Council of Ophthalmology Foundation's EIN?
International Council of Ophthalmology Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 51-0432540. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2021.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(3)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS October 8, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS October 12, 2021)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2021
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