Proposal Submission

Innovations with potential to treat or prevent macular degeneration

Research developing gene modifying treatment strategies to affect a broad population

New Submission Deadline is August 14th, 2023 2400 PST

  • The top 2 or 3 proposals will be funded for one year
  • Proposals should include a timeline of quarterly activities for the entire year with specific milestones
  • Foundation advisors will work with research team to determine final activities and milestones prior to fund distribution
  • Initial funding will be in the amount of $75,000 per proposal
  • Funded researchers will present a virtual progress report to the advisory committee at the end of 6 months. Research showing satisfactory progress toward agreed milestones may be awarded an additional $75,000 as determined by the advisory committee