Program areas at COVD
Expanded the number of certified providers who deliver developmental and behavioral Vision care and optometric Vision therapy. Educated the public by promoting awareness that Vision involves more than eyesight, the link between Vision and learning, and research findings in the field of behavioral and developmental Vision care and optometric Vision therapy and rehabilitation. Published a journal to continue the education of providers.
in addition to an annual meeting covd offers continuing education courses throughout the year in various locations. These courses offer lectures and hands-on learning opportunities in the field of optometric Vision therapy and rehabilitation.
Annual meeting offers a forum to educate members and other optometric professionals on the latest developments within the field.
Grants made by COVD
| Grantee | Grant description | Grant year | Amount |
|---|
| Ohio State University | This Grant Is Designed To Support Research Related To Oculomotor, Binocular Vision, Visual Information Processing, and Learning Related Vision Problems and Vision Therapy. | 2019-12 | $4,000 |
| Midwestern University | This Grant Is Designed To Support Research Related To Oculomotor, Binocular Vision, Visual Information Processing, and Learning Related Vision Problems and Vision Therapy. | 2019-12 | $3,500 |
Who funds College of Optometrists in Vision Development (COVD)
Grants from foundations and other nonprofits
Personnel at COVD
| Name | Title | Compensation | Date of data |
|---|
| Katie Kirschner | Executive Director | | 2023-11-17 |
| Mark Bice | Meetings and Education Director | | 2023-11-17 |
| Tara Schmitt | Member Services Manager | | 2023-11-17 |
| Kathryn Kirschner | Past Executive Director | $120,000 | 2023-11-14 |
| Jennifer Dattolo | Immediate Past President | $0 | 2023-11-17 |
| ...and 6 more key personnel |
Financials for COVD
| Revenues | FYE 12/2022 | FYE 12/2021 | % Change |
|---|
| Total grants, contributions, etc. | $542,046 | $491,555 | 10.3% |
| Program services | $621,712 | $495,389 | 25.5% |
| Investment income and dividends | $47,131 | $42,805 | 10.1% |
| Tax-exempt bond proceeds | $0 | $0 | - |
| Royalty revenue | $11,295 | $10,681 | 5.7% |
| Net rental income | $0 | $0 | - |
| Net gain from sale of non-inventory assets | $0 | $0 | - |
| Net income from fundraising events | $0 | $0 | - |
| Net income from gaming activities | $0 | $0 | - |
| Net income from sales of inventory | $0 | $0 | - |
| Miscellaneous revenues | $4,550 | $10,786 | -57.8% |
| Total revenues | $1,226,734 | $1,051,216 | 16.7% |
Organizations like COVD
| Organization | Type | Location | Revenue |
|---|
| Association for Education and Rehabilitation of the Blind and Visually Impaired | 501(c)(3) | Alexandria, VA | $948,214 |
| Respiratory Health Association | 501(c)(3) | Chicago, IL | $2,927,620 |
| VisionServe Alliance | 501(c)(3) | Saint Louis, MO | $789,755 |
| United Ostomy Associations of America | 501(c)(3) | Biddeford, ME | $536,053 |
| International Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO) | 501(c)(3) | Saint Paul, MN | $4,581,105 |
| American Rhinologic Society | 501(c)(3) | Casa Grande, AZ | $1,773,665 |
| The Macula Society | 501(c)(3) | Pepper Pike, OH | $2,020,887 |
| International Psoriasis Council | 501(c)(3) | St Charles, MO | $1,865,580 |
| National Consortium of Breast Centers (NCBC) | 501(c)(3) | Warsaw, IN | $1,144,412 |
| National Association of State Head Injury Administrators | 501(c)(3) | Alabaster, AL | $863,586 |
Data update history
January 24, 2024
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2022
January 24, 2024
Updated personnel
Identified 1 new personnel
November 17, 2023
Updated personnel
Identified 1 new personnel
July 16, 2023
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2021
July 5, 2023
Updated personnel
Identified 1 new personnel
Nonprofit Types
Professional associationsBusiness and community development organizationsDisease-focused nonprofitsCharities
Issues
HealthDiseases and disordersBusiness and industry
Characteristics
MembershipsEndowed supportCommunity engagement / volunteeringTax deductible donations
General information
- Address
- 215 W Garfield Rd 260
- Aurora, OH 44202
- Metro area
- Akron, OH
- Website URL
- covd.org/default.aspxÂ
- Facebook page
- covdpageÂ
- Twitter profile
- @covdÂ
IRS details
- EIN
- 41-0962335
- Fiscal year end
- December
- Taxreturn type
- Form 990
- Year formed
- 1971
- Eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions (Pub 78)
- Yes
Categorization
- NTEE code, primary
- G40: Diseases of Specific Organs
- NAICS code, primary
- 813920: Professional Associations
- Parent/child status
- Independent
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