In 1959, Drs. Robert L. Johnson and Henry R. Moore, noting the relationship between visual dysfunction and learning -- especially as it applies to inner city school children -- established the Plano Child Development Center.  Six years later, in 1965, the duo incorporated Plano as an Illinois not-for-profit corporation.  Plano expanded its services to adults and was renamed the Plano Vision Development Center in 1999. Today, it is a fine community fixture within the metropolitan Chicago area.

Message from the Co-Founders


Dear Friends:

On behalf of the Board of Directors and staff of the Plano Child Development Center, thank you for your continued support.  Your generous donations allow us to serve children and families across the greater Chicago area.

Over forty years ago we visualized an organization that could help individuals overcome vision and visual perception deficiencies.  That vision continues to grow as we reach a new generation of leadership and development.

We gratefully acknowledge the steady hand of Dr. Stephanie Johnson-Brown, our executive director; the dedication and commitment of Dr. Joseph McCray, Jr., our associate director.  

We applaud the continued efforts of our staff of technicians and assistants.  Without all of your efforts, Plano would not be the organization we are today.  

Thank you again for partnering with us to make this annual vision care benefit a rousing success!

       Click Here for Dr. Robert L Johnson Bio        

Click Here for Dr.Henry R. Moore Bio