Academy 2017 Chicago
Join the American Academy of Optometry Foundation (AAOF) in celebrating its 70th anniversary. The AAOF is one of optometry's largest sources of scholarships, fellowships, residency support, and grants. Through private endowments, donations, and our corporate support, last year the AAOF gave more than $450,000 to optometry's youngest and brightest. Be an active participant in advancing optometry's future, support the AAOF at Academy 2017 Chicago.
HOW YOU CAN HELP
Donations made through registration, lecture honoraria, at the AAOF booth, reception events, silent auction, and the annual Celebration Luncheon provide support for optometric research and education in vision and eye health to improve clinical patient care.
VISIT BOOTH #539 IN THE EXHIBIT HALL
Stop by to meet the 2017 William C. Ezell Fellows. Discuss cutting edge science and learn why your generous donation is so important in aiding new optometric talent to achieve great things. Bid on fantastic silent auction items and make a contribution to the AAOF in support of optometry's future.
SILENT AUCTION
The AAOF Silent Auction will take place in the Exhibit Hall, Booth #539 and during the Celebration Luncheon. Thank you for your participation in advancing optometry's future.
CELEBRATION LUNCHEON
Join the American Academy of Optometry Foundation in Chicago as we celebrate the 2017 award recipients, and honor the contributors and sponsors who make the AAOF a leading supporter of optometric education, research, and leadership. Attendees will have the opportunity to bid on wonderful silent auction items. The celebration luncheon takes place at McCormick Place on Saturday, October 14, 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM. The luncheon is graciously sponsored by Essilor. Space is limited with reserved served seating. To RSVP or for more information contact AAOF@aaoptom.org.
CYCLE FOR SIGHT 20/20 CHALLENGE
The Alcon Foundation has again partnered with the AAOF to co-host the Cycle for Sight 20/20 Challenge. Academy attendees can participate in the challenge by riding the stationary bikes until the goal of 2,020 minutes of cumulative riding is reached. If the goal is achieved, the Alcon Foundation will make a $25,000 donation to the AAOF to fund optometric education and research. The support of the Alcon Foundation has, and will continue to have, far-reaching impact on the optometric profession and patient care. Join us at the Alcon Foundation booth #631, for the Cycle for Sight 20/20 Challenge at Academy 2017 Chicago.