Retinal Vascular Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Retinal Vascular Foundation is a private foundation in Pepper Pike, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $55,202 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $6,250 and the largest $41,702. 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$55,202
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$6,250
- Largest grant$41,702
- Assets$566,530
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was down from $76,000 the year before.
25% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $77,200 | 5 | $421,745 |
| 2024 | $76,000 | 3 | $452,674 |
| 2025 | $55,202 | 4 | $566,530 |
How to apply
Retinal Vascular Foundation 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Retinal Vascular Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 2 | $44,202 |
| Florida | 1 | $10,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Macula Society | Educational endowment | $41,702 |
| Bascom Palmer Eye Institute at University of Miami | Education, training and research - snow bird program - lois pope research center | $10,000 |
| Case Western Reserve University | Education, training and research | $2,500 |
| Ronald G Michels Fellowship Foundation | Education, training and research | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Lawrence Singerman MD
- Stephen L Kadish Esq
- Edward Wortzman
Questions people ask
Does Retinal Vascular Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Retinal Vascular Foundation give?
$55,202 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $6,250.
Who runs Retinal Vascular Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Lawrence Singerman MD (President), Stephen L Kadish Esq (Secretary) and Edward Wortzman (Treasurer).
What does Retinal Vascular Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and science and research.