For many people in developing nations, used prescription glasses are drastically improving their quality of life. Thanks to the Lions Clubs International Eyeglass Recycling Program, glasses that would probably get trashed are finding their way to people with poor vision around the world.

According to Lions Clubs International, millions of people lack access to basic eye care services and corrective lenses. One particular need is children’s eyeglasses.

Lions Clubs collect eyeglasses—both prescription and nonprescription, which are then sent to their eyeglass recycling centers and are prepared for reuse.

For information on donating eyeglasses to the Lions or for recycling center locations, visit
http://www.lionsclubs.org/EN/content/vision_eyeglass_recycling.shtml