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Cure Glaucoma Foundation

EIN 81-1231641 · Dallas, TX

Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthGood78 out of 100GovernanceStrong97 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

The mission of Cure Glaucoma is to improve glaucoma by funding transformational research, disseminating knowledge and expanding treatment availability through global outreach efforts.

Income
$267,724
Spending
$234,701
Spent on programs
76%
Reserves
8.3 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 96%
Employees
1
Volunteers
20
Highest pay
$25,738, exec dir/treas

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Good: 78 out of 100. Higher than 53% of charities in its peer group (international, $250k to $1m).

  • Reserves

    28 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 8.3 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 0% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 12% of income.

  • Income trend

    0 of 15

    Income fell 45% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    76% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 17 cents.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Strong: 97 out of 100. Higher than 91% of charities in its peer group (international, $250k to $1m).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    10 of 11 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    15 of 15

    Has a written conflict of interest policy.

  • Whistleblower policy

    8 of 8

    Has a written whistleblower policy.

  • Record keeping policy

    7 of 7

    Has a written policy on keeping and destroying records.

  • Board minutes

    5 of 5

    Keeps minutes of board meetings.

  • Board sees the tax return

    10 of 10

    Gave the board a copy of this return before filing it.

  • Pay set independently

    5 of 5

    Sets its chief executive's pay through independent review and comparison.

  • Independent check of accounts

    12 of 15

    Its accounts were reviewed or compiled by an independent accountant, but not audited.

  • No reported misuse

    10 of 10

    Reports no diversion of assets, excess benefits or loans to insiders.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Impact evidence

Describes programs. Its tax return describes what it does but we have found no measurable results in it.

Programs described in its return (1)
  1. $179,062 spent. CGFs mission is to improve quality care for all people, fund transformational research and disseminate knowledge through global outreach efforts. Program Service Accomplishments 2024During 2024 the Cure Glaucoma Foundation (CGF) advanced its mission to prevent blindness from glaucoma through research, training, and direct patient care via the following programs:ResearchCatalyst for the Cure (Vision Restoration Initiative)CGF maintained grant support for the multi-institutional Catalyst for the Cure program, which focuses on optic nerve cell regeneration and neuroprotective therapies. In 2024, the initiative advanced laboratory work on cell transplant integration and gene-based treatment strategies for optic nerve repair.Global OutreachCGF conducted international training and surgical missions to expand glaucoma care capacity in low-resource regions.Colombia Mission Trip August 1316, 2024Led by Dr. Davinder Grover of Glaucoma Associates of Texas, the Cure Glaucoma Foundation partnered with the Colombian Society of Ophthalmology to conduct advanced training for Colombian ophthalmologists in Cartagena. The program included hands-on instruction and live surgical observation focused on glaucoma surgery and MIGS techniques, further strengthening the Foundations commitment to global capacity building.Observership Training ProgramThe CGF Observership Program hosted international ophthalmologists for clinical and surgical training at Glaucoma Associates of Texas (GAT) in Dallas. Each observer spent one to two weeks learning advanced diagnostic and surgical techniques alongside GAT physicians. Participants in 2024 included physicians from India. CGF funding ensured equitable access to training opportunities for ophthalmologists from underserved regions.Access to CareCGFs Access to Care Project continued to reduce the burden of glaucoma-related blindness in Dallas County by providing specialized eye care to uninsured and underinsured patients.South Dallas Glaucoma Services Clinic 2024In partnership with the Center for Vision Health and Glaucoma Associates of Texas, the clinic delivered comprehensive glaucoma care to residents of ZIP codes 75210, 75216, 75217, and 75241 areas with high rates of untreated glaucoma and limited access to specialty care. During 2024, 82 patients received examinations, treatment, and follow-up surgery. This program continues to serve as a critical safety net for individuals at risk of preventable vision loss.SummaryThrough its 2024 efforts in research, global training, observerships, and local access to care, the Cure Glaucoma Foundation advanced its mission to prevent glaucoma-related blindness and expand access to sight-saving care worldwide.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Legitimacy checks

  1. Is it registered with the IRS? Passed.

    Listed in the IRS master file of tax-exempt organizations as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  2. Has the IRS revoked its tax-exempt status? Passed.

    Not on the IRS automatic revocation list.

    Source: Automatic revocation of exemption list, Internal Revenue Service, file dated November 6, 2026.

  3. Are donations tax-deductible? Passed.

    On the IRS list of organizations eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions.

    Source: Publication 78 data: organizations eligible for tax-deductible contributions, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  4. Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.

    Most recent return on file covers the year ending December 2024.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  5. How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.

    Recognized by the IRS since June 2016.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  6. Is it in good standing with state regulators? Passed.

    Not on California's list of charities barred from soliciting. Other states are not yet checked.

    Source: May Not Operate or Solicit for Charitable Purposes list, California Attorney General, Registry of Charities and Fundraisers, file dated November 4, 2026.

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