1. KNIGHTS TEMPLAR EYE FOUNDATION
“A Masonic Charity”

2. Mission statement
To improve vision through research, education, and supporting access to care

3. To fulfill this mission, the Knights Templar Eye Foundation, Inc
To fulfill this mission, the Knights Templar Eye Foundation, Inc. annually invites eligible investigators to submit applications for ophthalmology research grants for the award period which normally runs from July 1 to June 30

4. Origin AND HISTORY OF THE KNIGHTS TEMPLAR EYE FNDN, INC.
The Knights Templar Eye Foundation, Inc. was founded by the Grand Encampment in 1955
Earliest goal was to correct strabismus or “crossed eyes” in children

5. Since its founding in 1955 over $139 million has been expended on research, patient care, and education
Over $19 million in grants have been awarded to researchers working in the fields of ophthalmology and ophthalmologic genetics

6. governance
The Knights Templar Eye Foundation, Inc. is a Maryland Corporation governed by a Board of Trustees comprised of the six elected officers of the Grand Encampment, all past Grand Masters of the Grand Encampment, and six trustees-at-large elected from and by the membership of the Grand Encampment for 9 year terms

7. Tax status
The KTEF, Inc. is exempt from federal income taxation under IRC § 501(c)3 and individual contributions are deductible under IRC § 170

8. Grants -- guidelines
The KTEF, Inc. is committed to support research that can help launch the careers of clinical or basic researchers committed to the prevention or cure of potentially blinding diseases in infants, children, and adults. We support clinical or basic research on conditions that can or may eventually be treated or prevented

9. EXAMPLES INCLUDE:
Amblyopia
Cataract
Glaucoma
Optic nerve hypoplasia
Retinopathy of prematurity
Ocular malformations
Nystagmus
Hereditary diseases such as retinal dystrophies and retinoblastoma

10. Types of grants
Career-starter Research Grants – Up to $60k/grant – Applicants must be at the beginning of their careers and must have received M.D., Ph.D., or equivalent
Competitive Renewal Grants – Up to $60K/grant to extend the original grant project for one additional year if the data warrant

11. Training Mentors for Developing Countries (TMDC) Fellowship – Annual stipend of $60k – The Scientific Advisory Committee (SAC) has identified a significant need for well-trained pediatric ophthalmology faculty in developing countries – Recipients agree to return to their native countries to practice pediatric ophthalmology for a minimum of 5 years and, to the extent possible, train residents in that country

12. A list of those receiving Career-starter Research Grants, Competitive Renewal Grants, and institutions receiving grants for FY is located on our website –

13. Fiscal year 2012-13 approved grants
Career-starter Grants
51 applications
19 approved
$1,135,771
Competitive Renewal Grants
16 applications
8 approved
$476,000
TOTAL – 27 Grants -- $1,611,171

14. TOTAL FY 2012-13 Research and Education Expenditures
Training Mentors in Developing Countries
0 applications
0 approved
EyeCare America -- $250,000
TOTAL FY Research and Education Expenditures
$1,861,171

15. Eyecare america seniors Eyecare program
The KTEF, Inc. has a long-standing partnership with the Foundation of the American Academy of Ophthalmology. The KTEF co-sponsors the Academy’s EyeCare America program which provides eye care at no cost to those who qualify. Through its Online Referral Center, the Seniors EyeCare Program offers two types of services based on qualifications

16. Service I for: ◊ US citizens or legal residents ◊ Age 65 or older ◊ Have not seen an EyeMD in 3 or more yrs ◊ Do not belong to an HMO or have eye care through the Veterans Administration Service II for: ◊ US citizens and legal residents ◊ Increased risk of glaucoma (determined by age, race, and family history) ◊ Those who have not had an eye exam in 12 months or more

17. procedure Visit www.eyecareamerica.org for additional information
Eyeglasses, prescription drugs, hospital services, and fees of other medical professionals are excluded

18. New initiatives
Pediatric Ophthalmology Education Center ONE® Network: The Ophthalmic News and Education Network
The Foundation of the American Academy of Ophthalmology (FAAO) is committed to reducing avoidable blindness by:
◊ Eliminating lack of ophthalmic education as
a contributor to global blindness
◊ Speeding education of new knowledge,
technology, and treatments
◊ Ensuring educational foundation for next
generation of ophthalmologists

19. Enhancing clinical relevance within subspecialties and geographic areas
Launched ONE® Network in November with a $12m investment – Program includes:
◊ Comprehensive Ophthalmic Education
Portal
◊ Users can access a single knowledge portal
◊ Quality content (vetted)
◊ Rapid access to knowledge

20. ◊ Virtual skills transition center addresses the need for: ◦ Resident and fellow education ◦ Mid-career acquisition of new skills ◦ International training in less developed countries ◊ Improvement in outcomes for pediatric patients ◊ Create extensive simulation library

21. In recognition of a gift of $250,000 and either an annual maintenance fee or establishment of a named endowed fund to fund maintenance, the Foundation of the American Academy of Ophthalmology will name the ONE® Network pediatric ophthalmology subspecialty center: The Knights Templar Eye Foundation, Inc., Pediatric Ophthalmology Center in perpetuity

22. Endowed professorship
Advantages to KTEF of endowing a
professorship
◊ Consistent with KTEF mission
◊ KTEF perpetual benefit from one-time
investment
◊ KTEF receives publicity
◊ Creates a new KTEF partnership legacy

23. Advantages to the endowed institution
◊ Provides institution with a financial
resource
◊ Consistent with the institution’s mission statement
◊ Publicity for the institution

24. A committee developed guidelines for selection of an institution to partner with to establish an endowed professorship ◊ Institution has a premier reputation ◊ Senior faculty member ◊ Guarantee by institution that endowment permanently on-going, the endowment will be used exclusively for research, and there will be on-going recognition of KTEF partnership ◊ Annual report to KTEF

25. Committee investigated several premier ophthalmology institutions to develop a recommendation to the board on the best partner for the KTEF
Factors included:
◊ Type of institution
◊ Geographic location
◊ Premier ophthalmology reputation
◊ Premier reputation in other medical fields
◊ Access to specialists in other disciplines
◊ Publish national medical journal
◊ Provide matching funds
◊ Purpose for which fund income used

26. ◊ Title of endowed professorship – (recognition) ◊ Selector of endowed professorship ◊ Review professor’s productivity ◊ Tenure for professor ◊ Recognition and reports

27. Committee recommendation
Based upon a comparison of these factors the Committee on Endowed Professorships recommended and the Board subsequently approved committing $2million to establish the: KNIGHTS TEMPLAR EYE FOUNDATION, INC., PROFESSOR OF OPHTHALMOLOGY RESEARCH at

28. THE MAYO CLINIC Rochester, MN Phoenix, AZ Jacksonville, FL

29. 2013-14 budget Grants $2,000,000 International fellowships $300,000
Seniors Eyecare Program $250,000
FAAO One® Network Program $250,000
Endowed Professorship $2,000,000
$4,800,000

30. Sources of funds Annual assessment Charitable contributions
Fund-raising activities
Memorials
Wills and bequests
Donations from endowment funds or similar sources

31. Award programs LIFE SPONSOR --$30.00 – SK’s only
ASSOCIATE PATRON -- $50.00 – Any individual
or organization
PATRON -- $ – Any ind. or org.
GRAND COMMANDER’S CLUB -- $ – Ind.
GRAND MASTER’S CLUB -- $1, – Ind.

32. MEMORIALS – Donations in memory of a deceased individual
HONORARY GIFTS – Donations in honor of a living person in recognition of service or friendship
GOLDEN CHALICE -- $10,000
SWORD OF MERIT -- $25,000
PERMANENT DONOR FUNDS
SIGHT CRUSADER – Designation of KTEF in will

33. Voluntary campaign
PURPOSE – To supplement the income of the KTEF through bequests, gifts, endowments, etc. to assist the Foundation in fulfilling its mission
TIME FRAME – October 1 – April 30 annually
NOTE – Will bequests count in annual campaign

34. Recent campaign results
38th $921,483.11
39th -- $1,281,441.15
40th -- $1,344,819.06
41st -- $1,005,161.86
42nd -- $2,140,480.18
43rd -- $1,208,202.66
44th -- $2,552,318.89
45th -- $1,379,456.13

35. Triennial totals 64th Triennial -- $3,631,421
66th Triennial -- $1,379,456 (to date)

36. 45th Voluntary campaign top gr. Command. In total $$’s
No. 1 – Indiana $257,328 ($240,000)
No. 2 – Ohio $167,729 ($75,776)
No. 3 – California $156,275 ($105,102)
No.4 – Texas $105,991 ($31,460)
No. 5 – Pennsylvania -- $62,129

37. 45th Voluntary campaign Top Gr. Command. In per capita
No Indiana $69.08
No. 2 – Utah $48.51
No. 3 – California $43.79
No. 4 – Nevada $22.93
No. 5 – District of Columbia -- $22.10

38. Wills and bequests
IMPORTANT – Wills and bequests can be the best source of growth for the Foundation and must be encouraged by officers of the Grand Commanderies and Grand Encampment when speaking about the KTEF. NEVER miss an opportunity to stress this important opportunity to grow our Foundation.

39. Wills and bequests
Ask our members to include the KTEF in their wills and estate plans
Ask them to contact their attorney now to add the KTEF as beneficiary of their estate
Ideas for giving include:
◊ Direct gifts in a will
◊ Income from trusts
◊ Remainders of wills and trusts
◊ Insurance policies
◊ Securities

40. Contact our office for “how to” advice
Contact our office to be designated as a SIGHT CRUSADER, one who has included the KTEF in his estate plan

41. Ktef contact information
Robert W. Bigley Office Administrator/Assistant Secretary Knights Templar Eye Foundation, Inc Long Prairie Road, Suite 5 Flower Mound, TX Phone: Fax: Website:

42. We will make our mark in the eye community by preventing blindness in future generations through research and education

43. In the past we could help one person one time In the future we will help generations to come through research and education

44. Mission statement
To improve vision through research, education, and supporting access to care