Meet Rosena From Haiti
Rosena is a bright, 13 year old student. She loves going to school. However, about a year ago, she noticed that she had to strain her eyes as she read. Reading gave her headaches and it wasn't fun anymore. Our team in Haiti did a special screening at Rosena's orphanage and they found a simple solution to her problem. She received new prescription glasses! Once the doctor gave her a book to test out her new glasses, she was thrilled to read it with ease.
Every story is a
life restored.
For the vast majority of the blind around the world, their life in darkness is unnecessary. They are stripped of their jobs, their schooling, their social connections, and their confidence. All of this can be avoided with an inexpensive surgery or pair of prescription glasses.
Marseli’s Story - Tanzania
Marseli lives in a rural village outside of Dodoma, Tanzania. When he lost his sight to cataract, he lost his ability to provide for his family. After his surgery, Marseli expresses his gratitude to be able to see and provide for his family again.
Fermina’s Story - Bolivia
When Fermina’s daughter died and her son-in-law left, she stepped to up care for her orphaned grandsons. When she lost her vision to do cataracts, they were devastated. Thanks to those who donated to CharityVision, her sight was restored, and their family was whole again.
Ventanitas De Luz - El Salvador
“I felt such happiness because now I’ll be able to see better, read better, and it won’t be so hard to study now.” See what the Ventanitas de Luz program is helping to accomplish for the futures of children in El Salvador.
Fola’s Story - Egypt
At 5 years old, Fola suffered bilateral cataracts and could only see a foot or two in front of her. Without surgery, she would go completely blind. Dr. Ahmed Hatoot was able to save not only her sight, but her opportunities at a bright and active future.
Wilbur’s Story - Peru
During a trip with the Romney Family, Craig Romney met Wilbur. Wilbur is a talented artist who, at the time, was unable to provide for his family because of his cataracts. Watch as Wilbur shares his excitement at the prospect of regaining his sight and his livelihood.
“Unless someone like YOU cares a whole awful lot, nothing is going to get better. It’s not.” — Dr. Seuss