Grants for Missionary Members

Mission: Supporting full-time, support-based ophthalmic missionaries to attend the COS Annual Meeting for professional development and spiritual fellowship.

Eligibility

Applicants must be:

• Full time, support-based ophthalmic missionary

What the Grant Covers

The grant typically pays for:

• Meeting Registration Fees
• Lodging (if applicable, for both individual and family members)
• Food included in the meeting

Additional Information

• The society has a long history of supporting missionaries in training and in missions to attend the COS Annual Meeting
• The meeting is designed to significantly impact both professional and spiritual journey
• Recipients are encouraged to become active members and invest in the next generation of ophthalmologists
• For missionaries traveling with family or whose sending organizations will pay all or part of expenses, refer to the detailed Grant Policy for Missionaries

Focus Areas

• International ophthalmic missionary work - Supporting those providing eye care in missionary contexts globally
• Spiritual development - Fostering Christian fellowship and faith-based medical practice
• Professional advancement - Continuing education and networking among Christian ophthalmologists

Geographic Scope

Global – Supports international missionaries attending the US-based COS Annual Summer Meeting

Contact Information

Christian Ophthalmology Society Inc

• Phone: +(269) 697-1267
• Address: 50 Martin Circle | Paducah, KY 42001
• Website: cosw.org

How to Apply

1. Review Eligibility Requirements: Confirm you are a full-time, support-based ophthalmic missionary
2. Access Application Form: Click on the "Missionary Grant Application" button on the Grant Program page
3. Complete Application: Submit the completed application form through the COS website
4. Required Documentation: Review the detailed "Grant Policy for Missionaries" for specific requirements and documentation needed

Application Portal

• Applications are submitted through the COS website at cosw.org
• A member login account may be required

Notes

• The society processes applications with the intent to provide meaningful financial support for meeting attendance
• Grant approval allows missionaries to attend the annual COS Summer Meeting
• Additional details about family coverage and organizational support are specified in the grant policy documents