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Subventions pour des causes ophtalmologiques
Funding for ophthalmological causes and projects
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
$ 50,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program supports ophthalmological causes through funding for research, equipment, and community outreach. The maximum support is generally up to $50,000, and matching grants may also be considered.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Ophthalmological research projects
- Purchase of equipment for vision-related initiatives
- Community awareness and education initiatives related to visual impairment
Documents Needed
- Completed written application form
- Formal equipment quote, when applying for equipment funding
- Budget details
- Project details and supporting information
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian health and research institutions
- Educational institutions
- Community organizations
- Sports and recreational facilities offering programs for people with visual impairments
Who is not eligible
- Individuals
- Organizations outside Canada
- Applicants that are not registered charities or qualified donees
Eligible expenses
- Equipment purchases for approved ophthalmological projects
- Project costs related to research, equipment, or community outreach
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Unrestricted funding requests
- Multi-year projects or programs
- Annual or general fundraising campaigns
- Automatic grant renewals
- Operational deficit financing
- Projects carried out outside Canada by a Canadian eligible entity
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Selection criteria
- Alignment with Whitearn’s themes and funding priorities
- Clear and complete application
- Eligible expenses that match program guidelines
- Identified community need or priority
- Realistic project design, evaluation plan, and budget
How to apply
- Step 1: Prepare the application
- Complete the written application form.
- Include a formal quote for equipment funding requests.
- Provide budget and project details.
- Step 2: Submit by deadline
- Send the application through the online form.
- Submit before April 1 or October 1.
- Step 3: Review and decision
- The board reviews the application for eligibility and completeness.
- Eligible applications are forwarded to the selection committee and then to the board for final approval.
- Step 4: Receive results
- Applicants are notified 2 to 3 months after the deadline.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are first reviewed by the board for basic eligibility and completeness.
- Eligible applications are then sent to the selection committee.
- The committee’s recommendations go to the board for final approval.
- Applicants are notified of the result 2 to 3 months after the deadline.
- Recipients must provide progress reports under the grant agreement schedule.
Additional information
- Applications are reviewed twice per year.
- Written applications are required.
- Funding decisions are made by the board after committee review.
- Reporting is required according to the project schedule in the grant agreement.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Subventions pour des causes ophtalmologiques Program
What is the Subventions pour des causes ophtalmologiques?
This program supports ophthalmological causes through funding for research, equipment, and community outreach. The maximum support is generally up to $50,000, and matching grants may also be considered.
How much funding can be received?
Subventions pour des causes ophtalmologiques Funds up to $50,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Subventions pour des causes ophtalmologiques program?
To be eligible for the Subventions pour des causes ophtalmologiques program, you must:
Ophthalmological cause only.
Aligned with foundation priorities.
Completed application required.
What expenses are eligible under Subventions pour des causes ophtalmologiques?
Ophthalmological research projects
Purchase of equipment for vision-related initiatives
Community awareness and education initiatives related to visual impairment
Who can I contact for more information about the Subventions pour des causes ophtalmologiques?
You can contact La Fondation Whitearn by email at info@whitearnfoundation.org.
Where is the Subventions pour des causes ophtalmologiques available?
The Subventions pour des causes ophtalmologiques program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Subventions pour des causes ophtalmologiques a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Subventions pour des causes ophtalmologiques is a Grant and Funding