Hearing & Vision Grants

Last updated October 10, 2026

Grantable tracks 158 active hearing & vision grants in its free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily. 7 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 84 list an award amount, with a median of $40K.

Grants tracked: 158; from 83 funders
Median award: $40K; middle half $10K–$106K
Total listed funding: $12.4M; across 84 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 6; 12 with a published date

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RIF: Grants from Specialized Health Funds The Rhode Island Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K – $50K The Rhode Island Foundation's Specialized Health Funds program, starting in 2025, will consolidate several funds to support nonprofit organizations addressing health needs in Rhode Island.	Not published	$10K – $50K
Deaf and Hard of Hearing Grant Opportunities State Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Youth Vision Program Lions World Vision Institute · Foundation Not published · Varies Among Florida's most comprehensive vision programs, currently serving Hillsborough, Pasco, and Pinellas Counties.	Not published	Varies
ARVO Foundation Collaborative Research Fellowship Grant The Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The ARVO Foundation Collaborative Research Fellowship, established by the Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology, aims to enhance ophthalmic research through international collaborations.	Not published	Up to $10K
B’nai B’rith Maimonides Lodge #46 Scholarship Grant The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The B’nai B’rith Maimonides Lodge #46 Scholarship supports legally blind students pursuing post-secondary education.	Not published	Varies
Continued Achievement Scholarship American Academy of Audiology Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The American Academy of Audiology serves as the collective voice of audiology. We are committed to advancing the science, practice, and accessibility of hearing and balance health care for our patients.	Not published	Varies
Inez Duff Bishop Charitable Trust Grant Inez Duff Bishop Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · $3K – $10K The Inez Duff Bishop Charitable Trust, founded in 1966, supports a variety of charitable organizations in Charlottesville and Albemarle County, Virginia.	Not published	$3K – $10K
The Whinfrey Scholarship for the Visually Impaired Endowment Fund Grant Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley · Foundation Not published · $1K Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley The Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley is a collection of individual funds and resources given by local citizens to enhance and support the quality of life in the Fox River Valley of…	Not published	$1K
Manning Foundation Grant The Manning Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Manning Foundation was created by William O. Manning of Harris County, TX in 1992.	Not published	Varies
John E. Blair Fund for the Visually Impaired Grant Hartford Foundation for Public Giving · Foundation Not published · $1K – $30K The John E. Blair Fund for the Visually Impaired Grant is a charitable endowment aimed at supporting organizations that assist visually impaired individuals in the Greater Hartford Region.	Not published	$1K – $30K
Robert and Mable Lipscomb Foundation Grant Robert and Mabel Lipscomb · Foundation Not published · Varies The Robert and Mable Lipscomb Foundation Grant supports charitable organizations that provide essential medical devices such as eyeglasses and hearing aids to the visually and hearing impaired in West Texas and Southern New Mexico.	Not published	Varies
The RPB / Mary Tyler Moore Vision Initiative Physician-Scientist Award Grant Research to Prevent Blindness Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $300K The RPB / Mary Tyler Moore Vision Initiative Physician-Scientist Award supports innovative research focused on diabetic retinal diseases, including diabetic retinopathy and macular edema.	Not published	Up to $300K
George Weeks Trust Grant TW George S Weeks · Foundation Not published · Up to $30K The George Weeks Trust Grant supports charitable organizations that provide essential services to the blind and visually impaired in Fayette and Bourbon Counties, Kentucky.	Not published	Up to $30K
Grant-in-Aid Fight for Sight Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A grant program supporting researchers in ophthalmology and eye/vision research. Part of Fight for Sight's mission to support and inspire eye and vision research by funding promising scientists early in their careers.	Not published	Varies
Post-Doctoral Awards Grant Fight for Sight Inc · Foundation Not published · $23K The Post-Doctoral Awards by Fight For Sight Inc. provide $22,500 grants to individuals with a doctorate pursuing academic careers in ophthalmology and vision research.	Not published	$23K
Addressing Sensory Health Needs Across the Lifespan PCORI Funding Grant Patient Centered Outcomes Research Institute · Foundation Not published · Up to $12M PCORI funds patient-centered comparative clinical effectiveness research (CER).	Not published	Up to $12M
Sadanand Singh Memorial Scholarship Grant American Academy of Audiology Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 The Sadanand Singh Memorial Scholarship, offered by the American Academy of Audiology, provides $500 to a minority or international graduate student in audiology who demonstrates exceptional research potential.	Not published	$500
Lou Moneymaker Legacy Scholarship for the Blind & Visually Impaired Grant Central Indiana Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Lou Moneymaker Legacy Scholarship for the Blind & Visually Impaired, established by the Bosma Visionary Opportunities Foundation, aims to support Indiana residents pursuing education at accredited institutions.	Not published	Varies
Fund for the Visually Impaired Saint John's Communities Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Provides annual grant awards to organizations in Southeastern Wisconsin providing services to or for older adults with visual impairment.	Not published	Varies
AHRF: Birtman Grant American Hearing Research Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $75K The AHRF Birtman Grant provides up to $75,000 for one year of research focused on hearing and balance disorders related to the inner ear.	Not published	Up to $75K
2025-2026 TSBVI and TSD Consolidated Application Grant FORECAST Texas Education Agency · Foundation Not published · Varies The 2025-2026 TSBVI and TSD Consolidated Application provides essential funding for special education services at the Texas School for the Blind and Visually Impaired and the Texas School for the Deaf.	Not published	Varies
Disease Model Award Grant The Foundation Fighting Blindness Inc · Foundation Not published · $300K – $1M The Disease Model Award, funded by the Foundation Fighting Blindness, aims to advance research by developing and validating innovative non-rodent disease models for inherited retinal degenerations (IRDs) and dry age-related macular…	Not published	$300K – $1M
Clear Vision Foundation Research Grants Clear Vision Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Research grant program offered by Clear Vision Foundation. The foundation focuses on fighting blindness and supporting eye-related research and education.	Not published	Varies
Meniere's Disease Research Grant American Hearing Research Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies AHRF occasionally awards grants specifically related to the study of Meniere's disease. These grants are supported through fundraising efforts of AHRF partner "run because" and subsidized by the Foundation.	Not published	Varies

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About hearing & vision grants

Hearing and vision grants help nonprofits, clinics, and community programs provide eye exams, glasses, hearing aids, and screening services to people who can't otherwise afford them. Much of this funding comes from service-organization foundations and industry charities, including the Lions Clubs International Foundation (whose SightFirst program targets preventable blindness) and the Starkey Hearing Foundation's Hear Now program. Federal vision and hearing services are also embedded in broader public health funding, such as HRSA-supported health centers and CDC screening initiatives.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do hearing & vision grants award?

Of the 158 hearing & vision grants Grantable lists as of October 10, 2026, 84 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $40K, and the middle half fall between $10K and $106K. The largest is $1.4M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most hearing & vision grants?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are National Institutes of Health (11), American Hearing Research Foundation (8), The Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology (8), American Academy of Audiology Inc (7), and Research to Prevent Blindness Inc (7). In all, 83 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are hearing & vision grants due?

Of 158 grants listed, 6 accept applications on a rolling basis, 12 have a published upcoming deadline, 33 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 107 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site.

What grants are available for hearing and vision programs?

Grants in this area typically fund free or low-cost eye exams, eyeglasses, hearing screenings, and hearing aids, along with provider training and outreach. Funding ranges from small local club grants to larger foundation awards, and many programs distribute refurbished hearing aids and donated eyewear rather than cash. Nonprofits, free clinics, schools, and community health programs are the most common applicants.

Who funds hearing and vision care for low-income people?

The Lions Clubs International Foundation is one of the largest funders, supporting vision care through its SightFirst program and collecting and refurbishing donated hearing aids through Lions clubs nationwide. Industry foundations such as the Starkey Hearing Foundation provide hearing aids to people with limited income, and federally supported health centers funded by HRSA may also deliver vision and hearing services on a sliding-fee basis.

How can a nonprofit apply for hearing or vision funding?

Start by partnering with a local Lions club, which can sponsor patients and connect you to foundation programs, and confirm your 501(c)(3) status since most funders require it. Define a clear population and service model (screenings, devices, or both), then match it to funders whose priorities align. Because many programs supply devices rather than grants, ask each funder whether they fund equipment, services, or operating costs before applying.

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