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The American Optometric Foundation extends its appreciation to our corporate sponsors whose generosity allows AOF to provide financial support through our fellowship, scholarship, grants, student and residency award programs.

The American Optometric Foundation is grateful for the support it receives from the following sponsors:

Abbott Medical Optics (AMO)
Alcon
Bausch & Lomb
Carl Zeiss Vision
CIBA VISION Corporation
Essilor of America
Vistakon

Vistakon, a long-time benefactor, was recognized at the 2008 Annual Foundation Luncheon in Anaheim, California for over $1 million of support. Vistakon has provided invaluable inspiration to young optometrists and researchers through the following programs:

  • Vistakon Awards in Excellence in Contact Lens Patient Care
  • Vistakon Research Grants
  • Vistakon Ezell Fellowships
  • Sheldon Wechsler Contact Lens Residency Award
  • George W. Mertz Contact Lens Residency Award
  • Terrance N. Ingraham Pediatric Optometry Residency Award
  • Acuvue Eye Health Advisor Student Awards
  • Support of the George W. Mertz Scholarship Fund
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