AFVR

Mission Statement

The American Foundation of Visual Rehabilitation (AFVR) is a not-for-profit organization that seeks to improve the visual quality and independence of the low vision indigent population by providing previously owned, refurbished low vision glasses and devices to patients of qualified doctors.

History

In 2002, Florida Low Vision Optometrist Marc Gannon wanted to address the lack of purchasing power among many in the low vision population, recognizing the lack of public resources in support of some in that population. Dr Gannon also observed the extensive generosity of his many patients and their families, along with the benevolence of visual aid suppliers and vendors. In the more than twenty years since its founding, the AFVR has changed the lives of thousands of individuals, providing them with the resources for visual independence.

AFVR’s outreach has extended overseas, as well, with training and technology, truly impacting many, many lives of impoverished patients.

“Pass on the Gift of Sight”

AFVR is involved in a program named, “Pass on the Gift of Sight”. Working alongside many low vision doctors across the world, AFVR facilitates the collection of low vision devices that are no longer utilized, provides a centralized repository for the pre-owned assets, manages the repurposing process, and helps distribute the devices to those without resources or financial means.

You can be a part of this vital service:

If you possess a low vision device that is no longer needed, consider donating it, as a tax-deductible gift, to AFVR. 100% of your generous gift directly enables an impoverished, vision impaired, person to achieve significant vision improvement, allowing them to lead a more joyful, independent life.

By giving a tax deductible, financial donation to AFVR to help cover the cost of the myriad of tasks required to make this vital service come to fruition.

Device Donation Form

Thank you for your generosity! Your support helps us make a difference.

Please fill out this form and include a copy with your donation when you send it.

Please ship your donation and the completed form to the address below:

The American Foundation for Visual Rehabilitation (AFVR)
c/o Peter DeGraziano, OD, FIALVS
10243 Kamwood Place
San Diego, CA 92126

You will receive a letter from the American Foundation for Visual Rehabilitation, specifying the exact amount eligible for tax credit.

Thank you for supporting our cause.

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