Vision Start Program
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Varies
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
Vision Start Program
Funder: Optometric Foundation of North Dakota
Geographic Scope: North Dakota (serves multiple locations including Beulah, Bismarck, Carrington, Devils Lake, Dickinson, Fargo, Grand Forks, Jamestown, Kenmare, Linton, Mandan, Minot, Stanley, and Williston)
Purpose: Provides free eye exams and eyeglasses to eligible children ages 3-7 in North Dakota.
Eligibility:
- 2 people: $54,930
- 3 people: $69,090
- 4 people: $83,250
- 5 people: $97,410
- 6 people: $111,570
- 7 people: $125,730
- 8 people: $139,890
- For families with more than 8 persons, add $4,720 per additional person
What They Provide:
Contact Information:
Note: This is a separate process from the general grant program.
How to Apply
Vision Start Application Process
Eligibility Screening:
1. Confirm child is age 3-7 years old
2. Verify family income is at or below the threshold for your household size
Application Steps (if eligible):
1. Parent/Guardian Information
- First Name
- Last Name
- Address
- City
- State
- ZIP Code
- Phone Number
- Email Address
2. Child Information
- First Name
- Last Name
- Date of Birth (must be between 3-7 years old)
3. Additional Information
- Vision Insurance Coverage (if none, write N/A)
- How did you hear about us? (Headstart, Lions Club Screening, Friend or Family, School, Doctor/Healthcare Provider, Online/Social Media, Word of Mouth, Other)
4. Provider Selection
- Select city from available locations
- Select practice
- Select eye care provider
- Contact the selected clinic directly to schedule the appointment and reference the Vision Start Program
5. Submission
- Click Submit button
- Information will be emailed to: Optometric Foundation of North Dakota, the selected eye clinic, and applicant
- Applicant must contact the provider to schedule the appointment
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