RestoringVision

📣 Big news! We are excited to announce that RestoringVision has been awarded a $4 million grant from Founders Pledge to restore sight to 2.5 million people with presbyopia in India and Nigeria. This investment will enable us to implement three large-scale initiatives with our partners aimed at increasing income potential, alleviating poverty, and fostering sustained impact by increasing access to vision screening and reading glasses.    🎉 We are thrilled to collaborate with the Government of Nigeria's National Eye Health Programme, the Clinton Health Access Initiative, Inc., Christian Health Association Of Nigeria, and other partners in Nigeria as well as with SUPREME TASK INDIA to scale up our presbyopia programs.    👓 This transformative grant will propel us to reach millions more people with the gift of #clearsight and fosters a broader global community of changemakers dedicated to creating a world where everyone who needs glasses has them.   🌐 Together, we are taking a significant step towards solving the global vision crisis. Thank you Founders Pledge and all our amazing partners!   Read the full press release here: https://lnkd.in/e6vnsdjD #vision #eyehealth #visioncare #clearvisionforall #partnerships #globalhealth #catalyticfunding

🌍 On this #InternationalDayfortheEradicationofPoverty, we celebrate the inspiring story of Marta from Guatemala, a skilled seamstress who faced challenges in supporting her family due to poor vision. Without access to proper eyeglasses, Marta struggled to work alongside her husband and contribute to their household income. With the eyeglasses she recieved from RestoringVision, Marta regained her ability to see clearly and returned to her craft. Now, she works as a seamstress alongside her husband, doubling their earning potential and helping to lift her family out of poverty. ✨ At RestoringVision, we are proud to align with the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 1 – No Poverty. By providing individuals like Marta with the vision care they need, we are empowering people to regain independence, earn a livelihood, and break the cycle of poverty. #EndPoverty #SDG1 #VisionForChange #RestoringVision #EmpowermentThroughVision #GlobalImpact #NoPoverty #VisionForAll

Today, on #IndigenousPeoplesDay we celebrate the rich cultures and contributions of Indigenous communities across the United States. Since launching our collaborative program with Walking Shield, Inc. in 2022, we have provided critical vision services and eyeglasses to thousands of Native Americans across 10 reservations, tribes, and organizations. By implementing our services through existing health facilities, we are directly addressing the pressing need for access to vision care in these underserved communities. This partnership reflects our commitment to translating empathy into action, ensuring that Indigenous peoples have the tools they need to thrive. Together, we are proud to have made strides toward improving education opportunities, productivity, and overall well-being for Native Americans across the country. Let’s continue to honor and support Indigenous communities today and every day! 👁️❤️

🌟 Exciting News! 🌟 Pelin Munis, Ph.D. , CEO of RestoringVision, recently joined Dr Oteri Eme Okolo MBBS, MSc (PHEC) FMCOphth, FWACS, head of Nigeria's eye health program, on NPR’s The Indicator from Planet Money, hosted by Adrian Ma. Together, they explored a crucial topic: why millions of people around the world need reading glasses but can’t access them. As Adrian so perfectly sums it up: "This is a health issue, a social issue, and an economic issue rolled into one, and they say that it's solvable." 🎧 Listen to the full episode here: https://lnkd.in/gs3zJTTU Don't miss out on this insightful conversation that highlights how these challenges can be tackled! #Podcast #Health #SocialImpact #Economics #VisionCare #RestoringVision #NPR #PlanetMoney

We are so grateful to David Reitnauer and the team at Walmart for ten years of teamwork and incredible support! During the first year of our collaboration, the people in need whom we reached through the distribution of eyeglasses from their donated warehouse facilities grew from 450,000 people to 2.5 million people. Since then, with their support, we have reached 28 million people in 150 countries with the gift of clear sight, transforming lives and livelihoods. What a wonderful milestone to celebrate on #worldsightday! #wsd #anniversary #clearvision #loveyoureyes #teamwork

👓✨ Happy World Sight Day! At RestoringVision, we believe glasses are more than just a tool for clearer vision—they’re a gateway to a brighter future. Clear vision empowers children to learn, helps adults work productively, and promotes independence and well-being. Today, as you put on your eyeglasses, remember that millions of people worldwide lack access to this basic tool. For many, not having glasses means being trapped in a cycle of poverty. By providing glasses, we’re not just improving sight; we’re unlocking opportunities for education, economic growth, and a better quality of life. Let’s all prioritize our eye health and advocate for accessible vision care for everyone. Join us in spreading the message that everyone deserves the gift of sight! Together, we can transform lives through clear vision. 👁️❤️ #WorldSightDay #LoveYourEyes #RestoringVision #VisionCareForAll

The United Nations General Assembly (#UNGA) has officially kicked off this week! We’re excited to elevate the conversation about the critical role of eye health in advancing many of the UN's #SustainableDevelopmentGoals. We’re proud to announce that RestoringVision has been officially registered and accepted into the United Nations Integrated Civil Society Organizations (iCSO) system, under the Department of Economic and Social Affairs (DESA). This recognition strengthens our commitment to driving global progress through partnerships with public, private, and civil society sectors. By improving vision for underserved communities, we unlock potential, foster productivity and economic growth, and enhance overall wellbeing. Let's keep eye health at the forefront of the global agenda! 👓💙 Learn more about how RestoringVision's initiatives support eight of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals here: https://bit.ly/3TF6EgI #UNGA #GlobalGoals #SDGs #VisionForAll #RestoringVision #UnitedForVision #RestoringVision #UNiCSO #SustainableDevelopment #GlobalHealth #VisionForAll

👓✨ We’re excited to share some incredible moments showcasing the impact of glasses in Ethiopia! During a recent medical mission conducted by Operation Ethiopia, countless individuals had their vision screened and received glasses, allowing them to see clearly for the first time in years. These powerful photos capture the joy and transformation that comes when vision is restored. Our work in Ethiopia is about more than just glasses—it’s about opening up new opportunities for education, work, and daily life. Clear vision empowers individuals to unlock their full potential, and we're proud to be making that possible in communities that need it most. Photo credit: Abel Gashaw #RestoringVision #ClearVision #GlobalImpact #VisionCare #Ethiopia #EmpowermentThroughSight

👓✨ This #LaborDay, we celebrate the incredible power of clear vision and its impact on work and livelihoods. Meet Oscar and his wife from Guatemala, who once shared a single pair of glasses to combat sight loss. Without access to proper vision care, their ability to work and earn a living was affected. Thanks to RestoringVision’s program in Guatemala, they now have personalized glasses that have improved their ability to work. Clear vision is essential to productivity and sustaining livelihoods—whether you're a writer, artist, knitter, or tailor, the ability to see clearly impacts the love of labor we all cherish. A study published by Lancet Global Health shows that restoring vision with corrective eyeglasses can increase productivity by up to 32%, leading to an increase in income by up to 20%. Globally, this means the potential to change lives and lift families out of poverty. This Labor Day, let’s remember that equitable access to vision services and eyeglasses is a key that unlocks the joy of work and a fulfilled purpose for people around the world. 🌍💼 #LaborDay #RestoringVision #ClearVision #EmpowermentThroughVision #GlobalImpact

Partnerships have been at the core of our existence and model since day one. We are thrilled this year to have launched our partnership with Last Mile Health, a remarkable organization making a difference where it is needed most. When a person says their reading glasses gave them back their purpose, it inspires us to keep growing to ensure equitable access to vision services and eyeglasses for all!