Mission
Founded in 1985, the Eye & Ear Foundation of Pittsburgh fosters support for the Departments of Ophthalmology and Otolaryngology at the University of Pittsburgh. The Foundation focuses on advancing research and education aimed at developing innovative treatments for diseases affecting hearing, sight, and related conditions. It raises philanthropic funds to facilitate groundbreaking research, such as glaucoma and head and neck cancer studies, ensuring exceptional patient care and medical advancements.
Basic Information
Founded in
1983
EIN
25-1439732
Total Assets
$54.29 million
At a Glance

Supporting Glaucoma Research
The Eye & Ear Foundation supported the creation of a groundbreaking glaucoma stem cell lab, paving the way for innovative treatments.

Pioneering Surgical Techniques
The Foundation has led advancements in minimally invasive surgical procedures for head and neck cancer treatment.

Community Impact Stories
Read about the profound impact of our work through patient stories.
Upcoming Events

2024 Muse Prize & Award Announcements
2024-11-21T17:30:00
The 2024 Albert C. Muse Prize recipient for Excellence in Research and Advancement of Care in Ophthalmology is Emily Y. Chew, MD.
Learn More
UPMC Vision Institute Retinal Dystrophy Symposium
2024-12-02T16:00:00
Join us at UPMC Vision Institute to learn more about retinal dystrophy.
Learn MoreSight + Soundbites Webinar: Surgical Innovation
2024-12-05T12:00:00
Join our experts as they discuss advancements in surgical practices.
Learn MoreMIP Score (Beta)
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Overall Score
66
60
/100
Program Expense Ratio
85.04%
16
/20
Program Revenue Growth
0.00%
2
/20
Leverage Ratio
0.004953
20
/20
Working Capital Ratio
8.223
20
/20
Fundraising Efficiency
0
2
/20
Latest Filing Data: Form 990
Fiscal Year:2021
Source:Source: Self-reported by organization
Financial Details
Revenue
Category | Amount | Percentage |
---|---|---|
Contributions, Gifts, and Grants | 3.804M | 37.38% |
Program Services | 0 | 0.00% |
Investment Income | 839.4K | 8.25% |
Sales of Non-Inventory Assets | 5.531M | 54.37% |
Other Notable Sources | 0 | 0.00% |
Total Revenue | 10.17M | 100.00% |
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