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Vision Aid Overseas says farewell to a much loved Colleague

It is with heavy hearts that we at Vision Aid Overseas must say farewell to a much-loved Colleague - Karen Sparrow. Karen passed away after a long illness on Tuesday 4th January 2022.
Prudential Ride London 2022

Are you a true cyclist and enjoy a good challenge? This 100-mile cycle is like no other event! A route made famous by the world’s best cyclists at the London 2012 Olympics. And you can help us fundraise too!
Great North Run 2022

Summary: Do you live or want to travel to Newcastle? If you are looking for a sports challenge and want to fundraise money for Vision Aid Overseas, jump on board!
London Marathon 2022

Do you want to be part of the Vision Aid Overseas Team and run in the Virgin Money London Marathon 2022? We’d love to hear from you!

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Recycling Closure FAQs

Our recycling scheme is now permanently closed down, however, here are some of the answers to the most frequent questions we have been asked.
Donate and make a difference

Every person deserves the right to clear vision. Donate today and help transform lives through the gift of clear vision.
Vision Aid Overseas' Position Statement on Recycling

Understand more about why Vision Aid Overseas is closing its recycling scheme in 2020 and learn more about the decision making process.
Our vision

No one lives in poverty because of poor eyesight; no one lives with poor eyesight because of poverty.
About volunteering

You can help the world to see by volunteering with VAO.
Vision Aid Overseas' glasses recycling scheme permanently closed in 2020

Vision Aid Overseas has ended its recycling scheme in the UK and will no longer accept used spectacles from the public, optical sector, and community groups.
Chief Executive Officer
Zambia

Surrounded by some of Africa’s most beautiful landscapes, Zambia has only 15 qualified optometrists for a population of 17 million people.
Our history

Now over 30 years old Vision Aid Overseas was founded by UK optometrists who wanted to donate their time and expertise to enable some of the worlds poorest people see properly so that children and their parents could learn, earn and build a better life.
Fundraising Team