Enrich optometry’s future: Support ‘Opportunities’ grants
Helping open the door for underrepresented minority students interested in optometry, a new grant opportunity from the AOA and American Optometric Student Association (AOSA) seeks to promote diversity within the profession for generations to come.
The AOA/AOSA “Opportunities in Optometry” Grant program, supported by Optometry Cares ®—The AOA Foundation, is a one-time stipend awarded to students from traditionally underrepresented minority groups within optometry to help defray the costs associated with applying for optometry school. Stemming from the AOA Diversity and Inclusion Task Force and the AOSA Diversity Project Team, these Opportunities in Optometry grants represent a concerted effort to not only build diversity, equity and professional leadership for this next generation of optometry but also ensure expanded access to primary eye care throughout America’s communities.
Grants deliver fresh perspectives and enthusiasm
New grant recipients are already embracing optometry and searching for new ways to elevate eye health across America.
'Opportunities’ grants offer students and profession means to grow
The next generation is ready for more—more access, more information and more people with more experiences to inform and guide the health care field. With over 20 Opportunities in Optometry grants awarded in 2023, this year’s recipients have identified more opportunities for growth in eye care.
Optometry Cares–The AOA Foundation Announces 2023 Scholarship Recipients
St. Louis, Missouri – March 7, 2023 – Optometry Cares—The AOA Foundation is pleased to share the 2023 scholarships, including the Larry J. Alexander Scholarship for Education, Dr. Seymour Galina Scholarship and Bernard Maitenaz Scholarship, have been awarded to three deserving students. This year’s scholarship recipients include: