Combat Blindness International Accepting Project Proposals

Combat Blindness International is requesting proposals for projects that seek to eliminate
avoidable blindness around the world. CBI collaborates with organizations that work with low
income populations. Projects must be direct service projects/program that change lives through
early intervention and prevention, education, and capacity building. Projects with major salary
and/or administrative costs will not be considered. CBI encourages organizations from South
America and Africa to submit proposals.

Projects can be submitted through CBI’s partner form at:
https://www.combatblindness.org/contact-us

Grant Applications Eligibility and Requirements
CBI accepts proposal inquiries year-round with project budgets limited to $25,000-$50,000
each. After initial review, inquiries that meet our initial criteria will be invited to submit a formal
proposal.

The program areas we are seeking to support:
Cataracts – support program that provide free cataract screening, surgeries, and glasses.

Proposal Requirements

1. Alignment with Combat Blindness International’s areas of interest.
2. Statement of Need
3. Information about your organization, including care facilities, and qualifications of leadership
   and physicians.
4. Project Description – including population serving, impact goals, innovative approach.
5. Budget – please be detailed in the actual cost associated with project development and
   implementation.
6. Path towards project sustainability – please describe your goals towards sustainability for
   this program, including a budget and list of other funding sources
7. References – Please provide references from 2 individuals and/or organizations. Please
   include reference’s name, title, and contact information.

Reports

CBI requires mid-year (January-June) and year-end reports (July-December) for the projects we
fund.