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Changing the way the world sees

We believe in a world where everyone can access the eye care they need to thrive.

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Orbis builds strong and sustainable eye care systems globally that put treatment and prevention within reach for all.

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Changing the way the world sees

We believe in a world where everyone can access the eye care they need to thrive.

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HOW WE'RE RUN

We really value your contributions, but above all, we value your trust. Here's what we're doing to make sure we earn it.

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What We Do

Orbis builds strong and sustainable eye care systems globally that put treatment and prevention within reach for all.

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FOCUS AREAS

Training, technology, teamwork, and treatment and prevention are at the heart of everything we do. Read below to find out more about our focus areas.

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IN-DEPTH

Orbis is an international nonprofit delivering sight-saving programs in over 200 countries and regions worldwide so that individuals, families, and communities can thrive.

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EYE CONDITIONS

Read more about some of the most prevalent eye conditions that Orbis and our partners are working hard to tackle.

Cataracts: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment Glaucoma: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment Diabetic Retinopathy: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment Retinopathy of Prematurity: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment What is Trachoma Disease and How Does it Cause Blindness? Strabismus: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
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GIVE THE GIFT OF SIGHT

There are plenty of ways you can save sight and help fight blindness. Explore below and give someone the gift of sight today.

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Our 2022 Impact Report

40 Years of Building Brighter Futures

It was an extraordinary year of impact – impact felt over four continents, across dozens of countries, throughout hundreds of communities and in thousands of families. Our 2022 Impact Report highlights just some of our key achievements and major milestones from the past year, all made possible because of the generosity of people like you.
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Dr. Arturo Grau Diez, Simulation Training Partner

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Your generosity helped Ha regain her sight!

March 18, 2024

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March 14, 2024

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TIMELINE: CELEBRATING 40 YEARS OF INNOVATION

Thanks to generous people like you, Orbis has been fighting avoidable blindness around the world for 40 years. As our network of local partners, world-class volunteers and supporters has grown, so has our impact. Scroll or click through the timeline to find out more about the amazing legacy that you helped build.
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The very first DC-10 Flying Eye Hospital in 1982

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