Turner Fund for Impaired Vision Research
Preselected recipients only
Turner Fund for Impaired Vision Research is a private foundation in Oakland, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $18,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $3,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$18,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$3,000
- Assets$782,611
Giving in 2025 was down from $24,000 the year before.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $27,000 | 9 | $669,015 |
| 2024 | $24,000 | 8 | $684,454 |
| 2025 | $18,000 | 6 | $782,611 |
How to apply
Its grants go to individuals, not organizations. Every grant in its 2025 filing was paid to an individual (for example a scholarship or assistance with costs), so it is not a funding prospect for a nonprofit.
Turner Fund for Impaired Vision Research says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Turner Fund for Impaired Vision Research funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 3 | $9,000 |
| Texas | 2 | $6,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Research | $3,000 |
| Individual | Research | $3,000 |
| Individual | Research | $3,000 |
| Individual | Research | $3,000 |
| Individual | Research | $3,000 |
| Individual | Research | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Alexander T Bowman
Questions people ask
Does Turner Fund for Impaired Vision Research accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Turner Fund for Impaired Vision Research give?
$18,000 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Turner Fund for Impaired Vision Research?
Its 2025 filing lists Alexander T Bowman (Trustee).
What does Turner Fund for Impaired Vision Research fund?
Based on its grants, mainly science and research.