5 fun philanthropic holiday gift ideas

| By Lynne Dulaney, Former Director of Communications
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This is one of my favourite times of the year. Lights are going up around my neighbourhood. The first strains of carols are chiming cheerily in stores. And my grandchildren are gearing up in anticipation. It’s also time to think about gifts for the special folks in your life. Our team has put together a… Continue Reading 5 fun philanthropic holiday gift ideas

SEE what a difference glasses can make

| By Brian Foster, Former Executive Director
Categories: Communities, Eyeglasses, India, Our Work, Prevention
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As a child, I was not happy to learn that I needed glasses. Why? I was worried about looking like a nerd and getting teased at school. My reaction seems to be pretty common here in North America, but in India and Africa, most children welcome eyeglasses as a precious gift. Here’s a great story… Continue Reading SEE what a difference glasses can make

Think of the children

| By Lynda Cherry, former Vice-President of International Programs
Categories: Our Work, Prevention
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As vice-president of International Programs, I am frequently in close contact with people in India and Africa. When I’ve visited these places, I’ve been struck by the vulnerability of children living in poverty. When poverty leads to blindness, it’s truly heartbreaking because there is little hope without outside help. Countless children miss out on an… Continue Reading Think of the children

Giving more than a card, a hug or a handshake

| By Lynne Dulaney, Former Director of Communications
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My kids, now both out of high school, have had many special teachers, caregivers and coaches over the years. Ms Harrison, my daughter’s Kindergarten teacher, was a real gem, as was Mrs Pasutto, who taught both of my children and whom they both adored. We were fortunate in most of these professional relationships, right up… Continue Reading Giving more than a card, a hug or a handshake

What about eye glasses? Part 2

| By Pat Ferguson, former President and CEO
Categories: Eyeglasses, India, Our Work
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In Part 1 on May 20, I wrote about the nature of low vision and the fact that millions of people suffer needlessly because they lack eyeglasses. Used glasses are not a reasonable solution to this ongoing issue, because they are often fitted to the “closest match” in one eye instead of the proper prescription… Continue Reading What about eye glasses? Part 2