As of October 2026, Grantoria lists 23 Vision Health Grants — 6 open right now, across 4 funding agencies. Award amounts range $970K to $975K. The next application deadline is November 12, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.
Summary: The fiscal year 2026 (FY26) Vision Research Program (VRP) Investigator-Initiated Research Award (IIRA) supports basic through early translational research that will yield highly impactful discoveries…
🏛 Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity - DHACA📋 CFDA 12.420⏰ Nov 12, 2026
Summary: The fiscal year 2026 (FY26) Vision Research Program (VRP) Translational Research Award (TRA) supports translational research that transforms a promising discovery into new drugs, devices…
🏛 Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity - DHACA📋 CFDA 12.420⏰ Nov 12, 2026
Summary: The fiscal year 2026 (FY26) Vision Research Program (VRP) Clinical Trial Award (CTA) supports the rapid implementation of clinical trials with the potential to have…
🏛 Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity - DHACA📋 CFDA 12.420⏰ Nov 12, 2026
The purpose of the Rehabilitation Engineering Research Centers (RERC) program is to improve the effectiveness of services authorized under the Rehabilitation Act by conducting advanced engineering…
🏛 Administration for Community Living📋 CFDA 93.433⏰ Apr 22, 2027💰
$970,000 – $975,000
The goal of this funding opportunity announcement (FOA) is to fund meritorious vision-related research projects that involve secondary data analyses using existing database resources. The development…
🏛 National Institutes of Health📋 CFDA 93.867⏰ Oct 16, 2027
The NEI supports large-scale clinical vision research projects, including randomized clinical trials and epidemiologic studies on eye/vision conditions. At the time of submission, applications requesting support…
🏛 National Institutes of Health📋 CFDA 93.867⏰ Jan 7, 2028💰
up to $150,000
Grantoria currently lists 23 vision health grants, of which 6 are open for applications right now. The database is refreshed daily from official federal sources (Grants.gov and SAM.gov).
When is the next deadline?
The next application deadline is November 12, 2026 — about 22 days away. Deadlines vary by program; open any grant to see its exact closing date and application window.
Who is eligible for vision health grants?
Eligibility is set by each funding program, but vision health grants in this category most often support: Nonprofits, 501(c)(3) Public Charity, Public University and Private University. Check each grant's eligibility summary for the exact applicant types and requirements.
How much funding is available?
Award sizes range from $970K to $975K, depending on the program and applicant. Each grant shows its specific funding range where the agency has published one.
Is Grantoria free to use?
Yes — Grantoria is completely free. No account or subscription is required to browse vision health grants, view deadlines and eligibility, or reach the official application.
How do I apply?
Open any grant to see its full profile — eligibility, required documents, deadlines and a direct link to the official application on the funding agency's website. You apply through the federal portal; Grantoria simply helps you find the right opportunity.
About Vision Health grants
Vision health grants support research, clinical innovation, and capacity-building initiatives focused on eye care and visual science. Currently, 23 active grants are available in this category, with primary funding from the National Institutes of Health and the Department of the Army's USAMRMC. These opportunities advance understanding and treatment of vision disorders across diverse populations.
Most vision health grants utilize competitive application processes and welcome submissions from private universities, public universities, and nonprofit organizations. Common funding focuses include military families and post-9/11 veterans. Notably, these grants do not require cost-sharing, reducing financial barriers for applicants. Filtering by recipient type and demographic focus will help identify the most relevant opportunities for your organization.
