FAQs
Q. What is the mission of the JCAHPO Education & Research Foundation?
A. The mission is: To expand and strengthen the delivery of eye care.
Q. When was the Foundation established?
A. The Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO®) established the Education and Research Foundation in 1990 to fund compelling needs in ophthalmic medical assisting, i.e., expansion of training programs through scholarships, development of certification in subspecialties, and continued research into psychometric methods of testing and simulation of tasks critical to ensure valid and reliable examinations. Read more about the foundation on the History and Mission page.
Q. What does the JCAHPO Education & Research Foundation do?
A. The JCAHPO Education and Research Foundation awards scholarships to students enrolled in accredited training programs for ophthalmic assistants, technicians, technologists, and orthoptists, for continuing education, certification, and financial assistance for special JCAHPO projects.
Q. How do I make a donation to the JCAHPO Education & Research Foundation?
A. Donations are appreciated and tax deductible. Click here to view/download the donation card. We thank you for your support. Your donation makes a difference!
Q. How can I include JCAHPO Education and Research Foundation in my will or estate plans?
A. Click on Legacy Society or contact the Foundation (see contact info below).
Q. Who is the contact person for the JCAHPO Education & Research Foundation?
A. Contact the Foundation Manager, Carol Kofoed, at (800) 284-3937 ext. 246 or carol@jcahpo.org.
Q. What is the minimum amount to contribute to participate in the Visionary Society?
A. $500 within the fiscal year. Click on Visionary Society for more information.
Q. Does the Foundation have a newsletter?
A. Yes, the Foundation Focus is mailed to all contributors in March and August. Click here to view/download the current issue.
Q. Who are the members of the Foundation Board of Directors?
A. Visit the Board of Directors page for a list of current members.
Q. How many special funds does the Foundation have?
A. Seven funds have been established to honor those people who were instrumental in certification and education of ophthalmic medical personnel: Alice Gelinas Endowment Fund; Arthur Keeney Memorial Fund; Budd Appleton Memorial Scholarship Fund; Charles Douglas Memorial Scholarship Fund; Peter Evans Scholarship Fund; Phil Weber Memorial Scholarship Fund; and Virginia Boyce Endowment Fund. These funds support scholarships and special JCAHPO projects.
Q. Who is eligible for the Virginia Boyce Service Award and how can I nominate someone?
A. The award is given to ophthalmic medical personnel (preferably JCAHPO-certified) who have made outstanding voluntary contributions in the field of eye care. For information, visit the Awards page.
Q. Who are past winners of the Virginia Boyce Service Award?
A. 2001: Judith Hall, COT
2002: Deborah McDonald, COT, CRA
2003: Marie Vowels, COMT
2004: Julie Burlew, RN, CRNO, CNOR
2005: Cynthia Fulton, COMT, RN
2006: Caroline Cavanaugh, CRNO, RN
2007: Leslie Weingeist France, CO
Q. How much did the Foundation award in scholarships in 2007?
A. The Foundation awarded 75 scholarships totaling $44,525 in 2007 through seven different opportunities (Stein Prize, training programs, continuing education, certification, ATPO, Alimera Sciences, and Hurricane Relief).
Q. How many scholarships have been awarded since the Foundation began offering them in 1991?
A. Since 1991, the Foundation has awarded $622,465 in 673 scholarships to students in training programs; continuing education (CE) scholarships to attend JCAHPO- or ATPO-sponsored CE programs; and certification scholarships to assist with examination fees for those wishing to enter or advance in the field.
Q. Who are the major contributors to the Foundation?
A. Alcon Foundation (1992-2007); Charles Campbell Charitable Foundation (1992-2007); Delta Gamma Foundation (1995-2007); VISTAKON (1992-2007); commissioners; ophthalmologists; ophthalmic allied health personnel; JCAHPO member organizations; OMP organizations; vendors; and staff.
Q. From whom does the Foundation request funding?
A. Ophthalmic corporations, foundations with an interest in eye care, OMP and their sponsors, ophthalmic societies, commissioners, Board members, vendors, and staff.
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