THE KENTUCKY VISON PROJECT (KVP) IS CURRENTLY ACCEPTING AND PROCESSING APPLICATIONS
Since it was established in 1985, Kentucky optometrists have provided approximately $20 million in free vision care to 50,000 low-income Kentuckians through the Kentucky Vision Project, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit charitable organization.
The Kentucky Vision Project relies solely upon private donations, the volunteer services of Kentucky optometrists, optical laboratories, frame and lens manufacturers and surgical centers.
No volunteers receive compensation for their services or products.
Eligibility for the Kentucky Vision Project (KVP)
- The applicant must have family income at or under 110% of the Federal Poverty Level guidelines.
- The applicant must NOT have vision coverage (eyecare services or prescription eyewear) from private insurance or through a government program, such as Medicaid. Applicants under the age of 21 with a medical card (Medicaid or SNAP) are NOT eligible.
- If the applicant had an eye exam in the past 12 months by a doctor who does not participate in KVP, they are NOT eligible.
- Applicants may go through KVP one time only.
The Kentucky Vision Project (KVP) does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, clients, volunteers, and vendors.
To donate to the Kentucky Vision Project, please download a donation form HERE or contact:
Phone: 1-800- 320-2406
FAX: (502) 875-3782
Email: kvp@kyeyes.org