One out of every four children in Inner City Richmond has visual needs. This need has a direct effect on academic success--and therefore plays an integral role in a child's future.

 

To answer this need, Children, Incorporated recently hosted a Vision Clinic in partnership with the Richmond Eye and Ear Foundation Fund (a component fund of The Community Foundation Serving Richmond and Central Virginia), the OneSight Foundation(a Luxottica Group Foundation), Children, Incorporated donor Lauretta Anderson, Read Aloud Virginia, and the Richmond Public School System.

 

The clinic took place at the Arthur Ashe Center in Richmond, Virginia. All of the children were identified by the Richmond Public School System for their exceptional need. They were given free vision screening and a backpack containing books, dental hygiene items, and nutritional information. They also enjoyed "story time" courtesy of Read Aloud Virginia, as well as a nutritious lunch. This year 1038 children benefited from the program's complete eye exam. 80% needed and received eye glasses.

 

By giving to The Seeds of Hope Annual Fund, you provide care for our children, help translate our children's letters, and strengthen our infrastructure so that more dollars can go directly to the children. This year, your gift can be twice as powerful! Through the generosity of an anonymous donor, we are able to match your gift up to $100,000. Supporting the Seeds of Hope Annual Fund means strengthening the safety net for our children. Let's stand together in support of these young lives, and continue to give them hope for a brighter future. Click here to contribute to the Seeds of Hope Annual Fund.