Clouds Lift for a Cornea Transplant Recipient

Each school day, first graders in Centralia, Kan. open their books and their minds thanks to one special teacher. As a Reading Recovery teacher, Marsha helps those children who are struggling with reading gain the skills they need to become stronger students.

Yet, until recently, Marsha was struggling with reading herself – only her issue was due to her declining vision...

Nursing Students Distribute Donated Eyeglasses in Uganda

Your used eyeglasses can make an incredible difference to individuals living in developing countries with no access to healthcare.

Each year, the Foundation provides thousands of used eyeglasses generously donated by individuals in our service area to medical mission trips – and the effect these eyeglasses have on those in need is completely life-changing...

You Can't Stop Growing Older, But You Can Stop Vision Loss

“Senior citizen” doesn’t mean the same thing it did five decades ago. Exercise, good nutrition, and advances in medicine are helping older Americans enjoy active lifestyles that will keep them moving for years to come.

But one thing that may hold you back as you grow older is poor vision. According to the National Eye Institute, your risk for vision problems increases significantly with age...

Missouri Lions Clubs

Take a look at what we're doing in your community! Review the monthly program stats for your Lions district and the top giving Lions Clubs for 7/1/12 - 8/31/12.

Are you curious to know how the Foundation has served individuals in your own community? Check out our MLERF Impact Maps to see recipient information for your district.