Chattanooga Ophthalmological Foundation
Invitation OnlyChattanooga, Tennessee · EIN 23-7038515 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$145K
Organizations funded3
Typical grant$32,000
Total assets$5.3M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $6,000 and $107,164.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
0% of grants went outside Tennessee.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Erlanger Health System | Chattanooga, TN | Replacement of outdated microscope to assist in patient surgeries | $107,164 |
| Volunteers in Medicine | Chattanooga, TN | Providing eye care to low income, uninsured patients in the greater chattanooga are | $32,000 |
| Lifespring Community Health | Chattanooga, TN | To provide eye care to undeserved children in the chattanooga area | $6,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $145,164 | 3 |
| 2023 | $223,582 | 6 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Jul 16, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202511979349100701
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 23-7038515
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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