My name is Dr. Chundak Tenzing, Seva's Global Medical Director. I grew up in a Himalayan village so remote it took a plane, a road trip, and a week-long trek to reach. At 13, I couldn’t read the blackboard and almost dropped out of school. A free eye camp—like the ones Seva runs today—gave me glasses, kept me in school, and set me on the path to becoming a doctor. For the past 30 years, I’ve returned to villages like mine, dedicating my life to restoring sight. With World Sight Day approaching, you can help transform lives through clear vision. A generous supporter is matching every gift up to a total of $250,000, meaning your donation will have double the impact. Investing in eye care changes futures and is one of the most cost-effective, smartest poverty-reduction tools. This World Sight Day, be part of a solution that brings hope into focus and breaks the cycle of poverty. Show your support here: www.seva.org/wsd_2025 (fb)

Imagine having to live every day with blurred vision. Millions do, and the economic impact is astonishing. Seva’s new study estimates $1 trillion is lost every year across low- and middle-income countries because of uncorrected vision loss. Our latest findings break down what that looks like—children missing school, adults losing work opportunities, and seniors relying on others to get through daily tasks. In turn, communities lose momentum and entire economies struggle to grow. Thankfully, solutions exist and are surprisingly simple. Eye exams, a pair of glasses, or a 15-minute cataract surgery allow people to regain independence and contribute fully to their communities. Read the complete study to learn more: www.seva.org/blindspot (fb)