Ways to Give
Make an impact on a child’s life by supporting the Children’s Eye Foundation of AAPOS. Your donation, no matter the size, helps us towards our goal of ending preventable vision loss and improving the lives of visually impaired children worldwide.
Our Programs: By The Numbers
All Children See:
- 80+ children are seen by volunteer pediatric ophthalmologists through the program.
- There are now 100 volunteer pediatric ophthalmologists in the program across 30 states and Washington D.C..
Global Education and Training:
- 35+ international pediatric ophthalmologists have received a Miller International Travel award to attend the AAPOS Annual Meeting.
- 100+ medical students/residents have attended the AAPOS Annual Meeting through the Knights Templar Eye Foundation Ophthalmology Resident/Medical Student Travel Grant.
Vision Through Music:
- 60+ music teachers on the registry.
- Since 2023, seventeen students have started lessons thanks to Vision Through Music grants.
Stop Infant Blindness in Africa:
- 130+ pediatric ophthalmologists, neonatologist, and nurses trained in Kenya, Uganda, and Nigeria on telescreening protocols for retinopathy of prematurity in infants.
Ways to Support CEF
- Donate monthly to create a big impact
- Participate in a matching gift program
- Memorial or tribute gifts
- Honor a loved one and support the Children’s Eye Foundation of AAPOS with a commemorative gift made in their name.
- Planned Giving
- One of the most meaningful ways you can support CEF’s mission is by including a gift in your will or estate plan. Click here for more information on how to make a planned gift.
- Mail a cash or check to Children’s Eye Foundation of AAPOS at 5034A Thoroughbred Lane Brentwood, TN 37027
Donate Your Time and Support
Support Our Programs
If you are an ophthalmologist or pediatric ophthalmologist, please consider volunteering for our direct patient care program, All Children See. Click here for the volunteer enrollment form.
If you are a music instructor or know someone who is, our Vision Through Music Program is looking for instructors to teach blind and visually impaired children.
If you are a medical student, the Pediatric Eye Ambassador Program is a great volunteer opportunity to engage with AAPOS members and learn more about pediatric ophthalmology and the All Children See program!
Our incredible Ambassador and X Ambassadors keyboardist, Casey Harris, is sharing why music education is a game-changer for blind and low vision kids.
Together, we’re harmonizing expert treatment with life-changing opportunity. Learn more and get involved by visiting the link in our bio.
#VisionThroughMusic #CaseyHarris #XAmbassadors #InclusionInMusic #ChildrensEyeFoundation
A huge thank you to Dr. Helen Yeung, AAPOS member and Vice Chair of our Vision Through Music® committee, for representing us at the Early Connections Conference!
On May 2nd, Dr. Yeung tabled at the historic Perkins School for the Blind, connecting with families and sharing how our programs support children with visual impairments.
We love seeing our leaders in the community helping every child thrive!
#ChildrensEyeFoundation #VisionThroughMusic #PerkinsSchool #EarlyConnections #PediatricOphthalmology
We are so proud of our Pediatric Eye Ambassador for All Children See, Jessica Henry, who represented the Children’s Eye Foundation of AAPOS at two recent Vision Walk events.
Jessica, a medical student at Michigan State, spent the day connecting with a community that is just as passionate about pediatric eye health as we are. It’s moments like these that remind us how powerful awareness can be in ensuring no child falls through the cracks.
Thank you, Jessica, for your dedication to our mission and for being a champion for "small miracles" everywhere. Learn more about how we help children access care by visiting the link in our bio.
#AllChildrenSee #ChildrensEyeFoundation #VisionWalk #FutureDoctors #PediatricOphthalmology
To the mentors who help our students find their melody, Happy Teacher Appreciation Week!
Today we’re spotlighting Paige Allred, one of our incredible Vision Through Music® registry teachers. Educators like Paige do more than just teach the notes on the page; they provide the tools, confidence, and adaptive techniques that allow blind and low vision students to flourish musically.
Join Paige and our network of educators by registering at the link in our bio!
#TeacherAppreciationWeek #VisionThroughMusic #MusicEducation #ChildrensEyeFoundation #ThankATeacher
High school senior Harper Williams wrote and illustrated Ava & Lonnie: Eye Topics for Kids to help children understand their eye conditions. Even more inspiring? She`s donating some of her book profits to help us end preventable vision loss!
Harper dreams of becoming a pediatric ophthalmologist, and she’s already making an impact.
Thank you, Harper, for your incredible generosity and passion for this cause! You can find Harper`s book at the link in our bio.
#ChildrensEyeFoundation #FutureDoctor #PediatricOphthalmology #PatientEducation #AvaAndLonnie
Meet Dr. Adam Cantor! Not only is he a dedicated pediatric ophthalmologist at Texas Children’s Hospital, but he is also a talented classical guitarist.
As a member of our Vision Through Music® committee, he knows that for these kids, music isn`t just a hobby, it’s a powerful tool for growth and self-expression.
We are actively looking for music teachers of all experience levels to join our registry.
Learn more by visiting the link in our bio.
#VisionThroughMusic #ChildrensEyeFoundation #MusicEducation #VolunteerTeachers #PediatricOphthalmology
Thanks to your incredible generosity, we didn`t just meet our goal—we shattered it! We are thrilled to share the final total: $62,965.81 raised during the AAPOS Annual Meeting.
Because of you, 41 more pediatric eye care professionals will have the opportunity to receive life-changing training and education. These grants are specifically dedicated to helping medical students and residents attend the AAPOS Annual Meeting, providing them with the life-changing training and mentorship they need to become the next generation of pediatric eye care leaders.
Thank you for believing in our mission and investing in the future of sight. We are so grateful for this community!
#ChildrensEyeFoundation #AAPOS2026 #VisionaryGiving #SmallMiracles #PediatricOphthalmology
We are thrilled to spotlight our spokesperson for Vision Through Music®: @caseyharris_xa, keyboardist for @xambassadors.
As a spokesperson, Casey is helping amplify the voices of visually impaired students and ensuring they have the tools and specialized teachers needed to reach their full potential.
Read more about Casey’s mission to make music accessible for every child by visiting the link in our bio.
Photo credit: Anna Lee Media
#VisionThroughMusic #CaseyHarris #XAmbassadors #ChildrensEyeFoundation #MusicEducation
