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Fundraising safely

During Covid-19 restrictions it is important to follow government guidelines when planning or taking part in fundraising activities. Please follow this guide to fundraise safely.
Fundraising Ideas

Whilst we’re all living with Covid-19 restrictions there are still a lot of ways you can fundraise and have fun at the same time. Check out this list to see what you can do!
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As a Friend of Vision Aid Overseas you will know that your regular donations are going to help where the need is greatest.
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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.
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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.
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.
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Governance

Annual Reports, How we are funded, Child Protection Policy, Bribery Act Policy, Security and Safety Policy
Programmes Team
Zambia

Surrounded by some of Africa’s most beautiful landscapes, Zambia has only 44 qualified optometrists for a population of 17 million people.
Ethiopia

Located in the eastern region of Africa, Ethiopia is a rapidly developing country and is quickly emerging from extreme poverty.