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Community Outreach & Partnership
Donate Eyeglasses
Donate eyeglasses at any Hakim Optical store location and help us bring clear vision to people in need around the world.
Making Clear Vision a Reality
According to estimates from the World Health Organization (WHO) Prevention of Blindness and Deafness Program, about 285 million people worldwide are visually impaired. About 90% live in developing countries where access to glasses is limited.
Even with advancements in technology and medicine — far too many people globally live with blindness or impaired vision.
Canadian Lions Eyeglass Recycling Centre
Hakim Optical has partnered with Canadian Lions Eyeglass Recycling Centre (CLERC) to collect eyewear that can be recycled and distributed to people in Africa, the Philippines and the Caribbean.
CLERC brings prescription eyeglasses directly to those in need who otherwise could not afford glasses to improve their vision.
How Eyeglasses Transform Lives
- For Children: Clear vision allows a better chance to succeed in their education and promote healthier development.
- For Adults: Eyeglasses provide greater employment opportunities due to their improved vision.
- For Seniors: Glasses provide independence and less reliance on others when dealing with vision problems.
Currently Needed Eyewear
You can help by donating any eyewear that is no longer needed. We are currently accepting:
Hakim Optical is proud to partner with CLERC. We have over 160 locations across the country that are currently accepting eyewear donations. Simply drop off your prescription eyewear or sunglasses at any retail location and we’ll ensure it reaches someone in need.
Find Your Nearest Donation Location
Drop off your unused prescription eyewear or sunglasses at any of our over 160 locations across Canada.
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