In North America, over 4 million pairs of glasses are thrown out each year. The World Health Organization says that almost a quarter of the world population is in need of eyeglasses. The price of eyeglasses in developing countries exceeds three months salary. In some of these countries, donated glasses are the only options visually impaired people have to see well again. Countries along the equator need non-prescription sunglasses to protect their eyes. Donate your outgrown or out-of-style glasses and sunglasses to help people worldwide.
Instructions
things you’ll need:
glasses
padded envelope
1 Collect your old eyeglasses and ask friends and family if they have glasses to donate.
2 Take the eyeglasses to a Goodwill Industries store, a LensCrafters store, or a Lions Club drop box. They all accept prescription and non-prescription glasses, sunglasses and reading glasses.
3 You can also mail eyeglasses in a padded envelope to:
New Eyes for the Needy
549 Millburn Avenue
P.O. Box 332
Short Hills, NJ 07078