Our Impact
Since 1982, Seva donors have restored the sight of over 5 million people through life-changing surgeries, and have provided eye care services to millions more through eye exams, glasses, and medicine.
Access to eye care services transforms lives by restoring sight and igniting opportunities for education, employment and overall well-being.
Vision loss results in a staggering global economic productivity loss of US$ 410 billion annually. However, correcting vision loss can significantly boost economic opportunities, alleviate poverty, and promote gender equity.
The World Bank states that restoring sight through cataract surgery is among the most cost-effective health interventions, benefiting individuals and economies alike.
Providing reading glasses to women tea pickers in India increased productivity by 22%, improving their income and economic stability.
Restoring vision doesn’t just benefit individuals—it transforms entire communities. When someone regains their sight, it revitalizes two lives. Many visually impaired people rely on a child or adult caregiver, preventing them from attending school or work, which negatively impacts family finances. Restoring vision allows children to continue their education and adults to return to work, increasing household income and community spending.
Each additional year a child stays in school increases their future income potential by 10-20%.
Healthy vision empowers children to excel in school, unlocking their potential to lift families out of poverty.
Beyond economic impacts, improved vision enhances quality of life, mental health, and safety. It reduces social disconnection, discrimination, and vulnerability to violence, creating a more inclusive society for millions.
By improving access to eye care, you’re not only restoring sight but also empowering individuals, enhancing communities, and catalysing positive change globally.
