Recent Foundation News
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Agnes Gund – Renowned Philanthropist, Social Justice Champion, and Art Patron – Passes Away
Foundation NewsThe documentary “Aggie: An Incredible Story of Art and Justice” chronicles her story.
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Give Kids a Chance: Reauthorizing a Lifeline for Children’s Vision
Foundation NewsThe House Energy & Commerce Committee is considering H.R.1262, the Give Kids a Chance Act, which would reauthorize the Rare Pediatric Disease Priority Review Voucher (PRV) Program.
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Recording Available: Insights Forum | Wednesday, August 27, 2025
Foundation NewsThe Foundation Fighting Blindness is pleased to provide a recording and full transcript of the Insights Forum, our quarterly conference call providing updates to the blinding diseases community. The call took place on August 27, 2025.
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Jason Menzo Urges Robust FY2026 Funding for National Eye Institute and Protection of Its Independent Status.
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Chairwoman Capito, Ranking Member Baldwin, and members of the Senate Appropriations Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies Subcommittee, the Foundation Fighting Blindness appreciates the opportunity to provide written testimony to the subcommittee as an outside witness.
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The Foundation Fighting Blindness develops strategic partnership with Alma, a network of 25,000 mental health professionals dedicated to simplifying access to high-quality, affordable mental healthcare.
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The partnership will formalize an ongoing commitment by both companies to accelerate the development of treatments and cures for retinal diseases, while prioritizing a patient-centric approach.
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Honoring the Legacy of Bob Reintsma: A Visionary in the Fight Against Blinding Diseases
Foundation NewsBob Reintsma was fiercely passionate about driving treatments and cures for blinding diseases for most of his life. The Foundation is extremely grateful for Bob’s dedication to our mission and legacy of generosity.
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With nearly two decades of leadership in vision and neuroscience research and a committed tenure with the Foundation, Dr. Laster will spearhead the Foundation’s scientific strategy in her new role.
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Foundation Fighting Blindness Urges Prioritization of Vision Research
Foundation NewsA Message from Jason Menzo, CEO, Foundation Fighting Blindness
