Stories That Will Inspire You
Hundreds of millions of the world's poor lack access to eyeglasses, a basic, low-cost health product that allow people to work and support their families.VisionSpring empowers local entrepreneurs to launch their own businesses selling this powerful, affordable product in their communities.
The glasses that our VisionEntreprenurs sell help people in their communities to recover jobs that had been compromised by their failing vision and to lead more prosperous lives.
Dionicio, Nicaragua
With a pair of glasses, Dionicio can inspect his catch and provide a better life for his children.
Bella Mnisi, South Africa
Bella Mnisi's wages go to funding the first school in her neighborhood.
Lakshmi Muthyam, India
Lakshmi found she was a powerful saleswoman. She can now send her children to the best schools in the region.
Panduramgurao, India
With his near vision restored Panduramgurao's family no longer has to choose between school and fresh vegetables.
Jhili Begum, Bangladesh
After years of headaches and income-loss, Jhili can now send her children to school for the first time.
