Research, Education, and Community Care. The Foundation provides professional conferences, as well as informational community sessions since 1983.
Through our mission of research, education, and community care, the Ear Research Foundation has helped thousands of individuals with hearing loss, balance disorders, and hyperacusis, since 1979. In 1979, the Ear Research Foundation was established in Sarasota, Florida by President and Founder, Dr. Herbert Silverstein. The Foundation was created out of his desire to continue research and developmen
04/07/2026
Health changes everything.
This World Health Day, we’re proud to support individuals and families by continuing to provide access to the hearing care they deserve.
Because when people can hear, heal, and thrive—entire communities grow stronger.
04/05/2026
Happy Easter!
Wishing you a day filled with joy, hope, and new beginnings.
04/01/2026
Wishing all who celebrate a meaningful and peaceful Passover.
03/20/2026
Happy First Day of Spring!
03/03/2026
March 3rd is World Hearing Day. "Raise your voice for hearing health. "
02/27/2026
Schedule a FREE hearing aid evaluation with Virsono Hearing Center, a proud partner of the Ear Research Foundation. Call 941.259.1177 to schedule an evaluation, with locations in Sarasota and Venice.
https://www.earrf.org/virsonohearingcenter
01/23/2026
As we step into 2026, the Ear Research Foundation is grateful for your ongoing support! Our commitment to hearing health continues with community screenings, innovative research, and educational initiatives. Join us in our mission to improve lives through better hearing. Together, we can make a significant impact!
Winter 2026 Newsletter: https://www.pdffiller.com/s/b59U4Qz7
12/31/2025
Wishing everyone a happy new year filled with joy and success! 🎉🎊
We will be closed on January 1st and reopen on January 2nd.
12/24/2025
Wishing you a joyous and festive Merry Christmas celebration with loved ones.
We will be closed on December 25th and reopen on December 26th.
12/23/2025
Support our children's programs, donate today.
www.EarRF.org/supportERF
12/16/2025
Vote for our tree in the 6th annual UTC Festival of Trees.
You can go to https://utctrees.givesmart.com or text UTCTREES to 76278 to vote. Voting/Bidding will be open until Dec. 18 at 11:59pm.
To vote, our tree is #127. To bid, our tree is #136.
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