About the Program
The Jones Foundation may provide up to $250 toward corrective lenses for eligible children. The cost of an eye exam may also be considered only if the child does not have vision insurance or other vision coverage.
Program Rules
- The Jones Foundation reviews all applications for eligibility. The Board of Trustees has sole discretion to determine whether assistance will be awarded and in what amount.
- If an applicant has insurance, treatment providers must be in-network.
- Payment authorizations are limited to a specific service or period of up to one year, unless otherwise specified.
- Applications are limited to one per household each year, but your application may include multiple children.
- If you have previously received this grant, you must wait at least one year from the date of your last grant before reapplying.
- The Jones Foundation does not pay insurance co-pays or remaining balances after insurance has been applied.
Eligibility
To be eligible for this program, applicants must:
Be under age 21.
Be a US citizen or non-US citizen with Lawful Immigration Status of Permanent Resident.
Have lived continuously in Coffey, Lyon, or Osage County, Kansas for at least one year immediately before applying.
Have a total monthly income that is less than the amounts listed below.
If your total monthly household income does not exceed the limits below, you may be eligible for assistance. The guidelines below are for this program only and are updated yearly.
| Size of Total Household | Maximum Monthly Income |
|---|---|
| Family of 1 | $2,660.00 |
| Family of 2 | $3,607.00 |
| Family of 3 | $4,553.00 |
| Family of 4 | $5,500.00 |
| Family of 5 | $6,447.00 |
| Family of 6 | $7,393.00 |
| Family of 7 | $8,340.00 |
| Family of 8 | $9,287.00 |
Required Documents
Along with your application, you’ll need to submit the following documents:
- Copies of all paystubs received in the past 30 days prior to date of application.
- Proof of all additional monthly income for previous year.
- Copy of medical insurance card (if you have insurance).
- Copy of state issued birth certificate or legal immigration status documents for each applicant needing assistance. This is not necessary if you have previously provided a copy.
- If you have applied for financial assistance from other organizations or patient assistance programs, include this documentation along with any amounts requested/received.
Need help finding documents? See our resources page for helpful links to obtain your personal records or tax information.
Apply Now
Click the button below. You’ll answer a few questions to determine your eligibility for assistance. If you qualify, you’ll be able to submit your application online.
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