The Seeing Eye is an independent non-profit foundation based in Morristown, New Jersey. Established in 1929, the foundation's mission is to enhance the independence, dignity, and self-confidence of blind people through the use of Seeing Eye dogs. The assets of the foundation are managed by the board of trustees.The Seeing Eye's investment portfolio is valued at $278.02 million, with investments in domestic and international equity, fixed income, private equity, real estate, hedge funds, and cash.