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About us

We strengthen local eye care so that people in low- and middle-income countries everywhere have the opportunity to see, learn, and live.

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Working together towards better vision, worldwide

For over 40 years, Eye Care Foundation has been committed to making eye care accessible in low- and middle-income countries, with offices in Cambodia, Laos, Nepal, Vietnam, and Tanzania. Our mission is simple yet powerful: no one should be unnecessarily blind or visually impaired.

The foundation was established with the desire to support people from the Netherlands in countries where quality eye care is scarcely available. In the early years, Dutch ophthalmologists travelled to remote areas in Nepal to perform surgeries and restore people’s sight. But it soon became clear that real, lasting change is only possible when knowledge and care are embedded locally.

Today, we focus on training local eye care professionals and nurses, building and supporting eye clinics, setting up mobile eye camps, and providing modern ophthalmic equipment and medical supplies in Cambodia, Laos, Nepal, Vietnam, and Tanzania. In this way, we work together to create sustainable eye care that continues even without our direct presence.

Our history

Eye Care Foundation was established in 2008 following the merger of two organisations with a shared mission: to prevent and treat avoidable blindness and visual impairment.

Oogzorg Wereldwijd (1984) was founded by a Dutch ophthalmologist dedicated to fighting unnecessary blindness.
Mekong Eye Doctors (1993) originated from the initiative of a Dutch biochemist, who witnessed firsthand the impact of limited access to eye care during research in Thailand.

By joining forces, Eye Care Foundation has grown into an international organisation that works with expertise, compassion, and a forward-looking vision towards better sight for all.

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Request our brochure

With our brochure, we show at a glance what we do to restore sight and independence to people who are unnecessarily blind or visually impaired. You’ll also learn why this work is so urgently needed and how easily a difference can be made.

We would love to share this message with as many people as possible. That’s why we are looking for places where the brochure can be displayed, such as opticians, libraries, or waiting rooms. Together, we can reach more people who are able to help.

Would you like to contribute?
That would be incredibly valuable. We would be happy to send you a set of 20 brochures free of charge to distribute in your area.

You can easily request the brochures via: info@eyecarefoundation.nl

Together, we can ensure that more people get the chance to see again.

Recognised charity

Eye Care Foundation is a recognised charity and meets the strict quality standards of the Netherlands Fundraising Regulator (CBF). This certification demonstrates that we handle every donation with care, transparency, and integrity. Since 2017, the standards for this recognition have been set by an independent body, the Standards Committee, ensuring they are established fairly and objectively. The CBF monitors compliance with these standards, so you can be confident that your support is used responsibly.

We are also officially recognised by the Dutch Tax Authorities as a Public Benefit Organisation (ANBI), which means that donations may be tax-deductible under certain conditions.

Eye Care Foundation does not receive government funding and relies entirely on the support of individuals, companies, funds, and foundations. Thanks to this commitment, we can remain independent in our mission to ensure that everyone has access to quality eye care.

Slechtziende oma met kleinzoon en oogarts in een kliniek in Cambodja

Integrity

At Eye Care Foundation, we work with people in vulnerable situations in low- and middle-income countries. This requires care, respect, and responsibility in everything we do. Our donors entrust us with their contributions, and we take that trust very seriously.

We use our resources transparently and purposefully, and we report on this clearly. We also ensure a safe, healthy, and supportive working environment for all our staff and partners. This is essential not only for their well-being, but also for the quality and impact of our work.

You can download our full integrity policy here >

Would you like to report a concern in confidence? Please contact Human Results, our integrity reporting office:

+31 (0)6 21397442
info@humanresults.nl