New Mexico Lions Eye Bank
Mailing Address: 2501 Yale Boulevard SE, Albuquerque, NM 87106
County of Location: Bernalillo
Phone: (505) 266-3937
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://www.nmleb.org
NTEE Code: Z- Unknown
Mission Statement:
To relieve human suffering by facilitating the donation, retrieval, processing and equitable distribution of corneal tissue for transplantation, research and other medical needs worldwide.
Primary Programs:
New Mexico Lions Eye Bank (NMLEB) has been providing safe, high-quality corneal tissue to surgeons and their patients since 1962. Serving a population of nearly two million throughout the state, NMLEB helps make people's final gift, the "Gift of Sight" a reality. Lions are recognized worldwide for their service to the blind and visually impaired. NMLEB has been supported since its inception by dedicated Lions Clubs across New Mexico who contribute their time and expertise to NMLEB's sight-restoring mission.
Populations Served: All Populations
Counties Served: Statewide, National, International
Year Founded:
1962
Annual Budget: $500,000 - $749,999
Personnel: 1 to 5 FTE
Executive Director:
Lori Stampley
Accepts inquiries: Does not accept volunteer or board inquires
Nonprofit Status: Has 501(c)(3) nonprofit status from the IRS