What gift could be greater than saving a family from a life of extreme poverty?
Donate a cataract operation and help a family escape from the vicious cycle of poverty.
Help prevent avoidable blindness.
Give people a chance at a better life.
The Eye Care Foundation helps prevent and cure avoidable blindness and visual impairment in developing countries. Worldwide there are 285 million people with visual disabilities. 39 million of these people are blind, 246 million are visually impaired. A massive 90% of people with visual disabilities are living in developing countries. The impact of blindness is particularly acute for vulnerable populations in developing countries, and leads to major economic and social problems. Blind people are often no longer able to support themselves, and become fully dependent on family members and friends for their livelihood. Fortunately, in 80% of the cases the visual disability can be corrected or cured. With relatively simple, low-cost solutions, like a cataract surgery or a good pair of glasses, we can end this situation. However, without the financial help of you as a donor, it is impossible for us to achieve this.
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17 day group trip to Laos!
We have organised a special trip to Laos. This is a unique chance to see your money in action and the work we do with your own eyes! And simultaneously contributing to improved eye care in Laos.
Become an Eye Care Foundation hero. Climb a mountain, organize a BBQ or sell home-made cupcakes. We are curious about your idea!Featured projects
Cambodia – Ratanakiri
The current eye care department of the provincial hospital offers too little space to work effectively and efficiently, which is why we are building a new eye clinic on the grounds of the hospital.
Vietnam – Eye Exams
The percentage of visually impaired people is particularly high among children in Vietnam. Visual impairment in children can cause developmental problems. Therefore the Eye Care Foundation supports carrying out eye tests in schools.
Laos – Houaphan
The Eye Care Foundation invests in the education and training of local staff in the field of eye care. This increases the quality of eye care and ensures its sustainability.
Latest News
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Milestone for start project in Morogoro, Tanzania
Morogoro is a region in de southeast of Tanzania with a population of at least 2.2 million. The region... more -
17 day trip to Laos with the Eye Care Foundation
This impressive 17 day trip will introduce you to the work of the Eye Care Foundation in Laos. With... more -
What gift could be greater than saving a family from a life of extreme poverty?
I am writing this today to tell you about families who were already poor to begin with, but who... more
Our heroes
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In memoriam: Jan de Rooden, ceramic artist
Mr Jan de Rooden and Mrs. Johnny Rolf, both ceramic artists, were struck during their many journeys because of... more -
Xlens supports the Eye Care Foundation
Xlens GmbH has decided to support the Eye Care Foundation; for which we are very grateful. Xlens: “Unfortunately, not... more -
Wim Verhage supports Eye Care Foundation on his 90th birthday
Wim Verhage has turned 90 on October 11th. On his birthday party (October 14th) he raised money for the... more