The NKCF is an educational program of The Gavin Herbert Eye Institute, UC Irvine. We serve individuals diagnosed with keratoconus and their families.
The NKCF was created to raise awareness of keratoconus, provide information and support to those with this eye condition and to support research to find the cause of keratoconus, identify treatment options and eventual cure for keratoconus. Our mission is to advance the awareness and treatment of keratoconus through education and information, research, and support.
05/29/2026
Supporting someone with keratoconus—or learning for yourself?
NKCF can help.
Explore NKCF’s video library created for patients, families, and caregivers navigating keratoconus.
🔗 nkcf.org/keratoconus-resources/video/
05/27/2026
Support education.
Support access.
Support the KC community.
🔗 https://nkcf.org/donations/
05/06/2026
Ever wonder how the eye actually enables us to see?
NKCF has the answers.
Explore NKCF’s resources to learn how the human eye functions and why understanding this foundation matters for people with keratoconus.
🔗 nkcf.org/how-the-eye-works/
05/01/2026
Together, we can make a difference.
Support the work at www.nkcf.org/donate
05/01/2026
Your support empowers NKCF to uplift the keratoconus community. Together, we raise awareness, foster understanding, and provide crucial support — your contributions bring this vision to life.
👉Donate today at https://nkcf.org/donations/
04/29/2026
The future is bright! Thanks to your support, we raised over $26,510 from more than 42 donors on and were able to unlock our gift challenge of $20,000 from our generous anonymous family. This support will play a vital role in funding our vision researchers, patients, and education.
04/29/2026
Looking for clear, trustworthy videos about keratoconus?
NKCF has you covered.
Explore NKCF’s video library featuring expert explanations and patient-friendly visuals on keratoconus and its management.
🔗 nkcf.org/keratoconus-resources/video/
04/29/2026
Individuals with Down syndrome (DS) have a significantly higher risk of developing keratoconus. Your gift helps NKCF support this patient community. We are only 5 gifts away before we unlock our anonymous family's $20,000 gift!
https://givingday.uci.edu/giving-day/112285/department/112356
04/28/2026
A Big Shout Out to those who have supported us, thank you for your generosity! Like or share this post if you plan to join us in supporting the National Keratoconus Foundation this Giving Day! No matter the size of your gift, your participation has a direct impact on our ability to provide increased funding to our vision researchers. Help us meet our goal of reaching 40 gifts in 24 hours to unlock a $20,000 gift from our anonymous family!
https://givingday.uci.edu/giving-day/112285/department/112356
04/28/2026
12 more gifts to go to unlock a $20,000 challenge gift from our anonymous family! Share why you are grateful for the National Keratoconus Foundation's (NKCF) educational program. We look forward to hearing from you and having you as a partner on this special day of giving back for a healthier tomorrow.
https://givingday.uci.edu/giving-day/112285/department/112356