Chances are, somewhere in the world, somebody could. Each year, Lions Clubs International collects more than 4 million pairs of used eyeglasses for distribution in developing countries. Now, Goodwill Industries International has joined in the Lions' effort to help others see.
Few donations are as meaningful as clear vision.
Participating Goodwill agencies will place eyeglass collection containers in their stores, giving the donations to local Lions clubs. The eyeglasses will be cleaned, repaired and classified by prescription at one of nine Lions Eyeglass Recycling Centers throughout the world. The World Health Organization estimates that the eyesight of one-fourth of the world's population can be improved through the use of corrective lenses. According to the association, all types of eyeglasses and sunglasses, prescription and non-prescription, are acceptable. Exceptionally strong or weak prescriptions are in demand.