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Triathlon for Vision Aid

I am running the London Triathlon on August 6 2022 and seeking donations for Vision Aid, on behalf of our remarkable friend Ciara Devine. Ciara worked as an overseas team leader for Vision Aid and the crucial work they provide across the world for something that can be so easily taken for granted.
I will be entering the Olympic distance Triathlon in London on Sunday 7 August. Ciara was a total one-off and she is missed an unimaginable amount.
Building Big Dreams with PALA in Sierra Leone

PALA and Vision Aid Overseas have partnered up to build big dreams - you can help us support a Vision Centre in the rural and remote area of the Northern Province of Sierra Leone. Donate today!
Ahalya Subramanian
We have moved offices!

We moved offices! We are still in the area, but please take note of our new address if you wish to send donations to us. Remember that you are welcome to use Free Post to Vision Aid Overseas.

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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