5 stories that touched our hearts in 2015

| By Lynne Dulaney, Former Director of Communications
Categories: Our Work
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It’s been a great year for storytelling! We’ve heard so many inspiring stories from our staff, donors and volunteers, and through our Grey Mist Lifting blog we’ve had the opportunity to share these stories with you, too. Here are five of our favourites from 2015: We have many more heartwarming stories and photos to share… Continue Reading 5 stories that touched our hearts in 2015

2015: A year of great achievements by all

| By Kashinath Bhoosnurmath, Global Director, Programmes
Categories: Our Work
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As the year draws to a close, I’ve been reflecting on all the incredible things we’ve been able to accomplish, thanks to the support of our donors. Just last week, the Financial Post named Operation Eyesight as one of the top 25 charities in Canada – a great honour for Operation Eyesight, and one that… Continue Reading 2015: A year of great achievements by all

Give the gift that gives twice

| By Lynne Dulaney, Former Director of Communications
Categories: Eyeglasses, Kenya, Uncategorized
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Isn’t it great to be around children as the holiday season approaches? I just love watching my grandkids’ eyes light up as they make their lists (and check them more than twice!), dreaming of brightly decorated trees and candy canes. Their excitement is contagious! But I know there are countless children who don’t wish for… Continue Reading Give the gift that gives twice

Education, surgery – and your help! – can change a life

| By Kashinath Bhoosnurmath, Global Director, Programmes
Categories: Eye Surgery, Kenya
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Sote Cheruiyot is a 68-year-old subsistence farmer who lives with her husband in Kenya. They’ve lived in the village of Kapsengwet for over 30 years, growing crops and raising livestock. Over the past few years, Sote noticed progressive vision loss in both eyes. She could no longer help her husband on the farm. Soon, they… Continue Reading Education, surgery – and your help! – can change a life

Improved vision increases a teen’s independence

| By Kashinath Bhoosnurmath, Global Director, Programmes
Categories: Eyeglasses, Ghana, Prevention
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It can be tough being a teenager at the best of times, but life is even more challenging when you cannot see properly! Seventeen-year-old Lydia Kombortaa lives in Ghana, and had been complaining of poor eyesight since was a little girl. She couldn’t see the chalkboard at school and had resorted to copying lecture notes… Continue Reading Improved vision increases a teen’s independence