Where We Work
South America
IEF has been part of numerous initiatives in Latin America and the Caribbean.
Central America and the Caribbean
IEF has numerous initiatives taking place in Latin America and the Caribbean. This includes countries such as Haiti, Jamaica, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama.
The Middle East
The Middle East covers a large amount of land mass and some tough conditions for people to locate eye care facilities and professionals. IEF currently facilitates eye care facilities or partners with 7 major programs in this region.
Africa
Africa consists of 20% of all landmass in our world. IEF has a long history of implementing programs in this region which encompass six hospitals that span Ghana, Ethiopia, Malawi, Tanzania, Zambia, and Cameroon.
Asia
The dedicated IEF team has forged strong partnerships in the Asian region, particularly in Bangladesh and India. This has resulted in cultivating programs in seven hospitals, one eye center, and two research facilities.
North America
Although IEF has a heavy international presence, the organization also has initiatives here in North America as well. Some may be closer than you realize. IEF has worked with partners on programs such as Wills on Wheels, which was part of the Mission 20/20 project. This Philadelphia based initiative was in conjunction with the Wills Eye Hospital Department of Pediatrics & Genetics and the Eagles Youth Partnership.
Donate
Blindness can strike every man, women, and child — rich or poor, whether they live in developed or developing countries alike. Help us make a difference by donating today.
$4.25
$4.25 per month will sponsor 1 cataract surgery annually. How much does your cup of coffee cost?
$8.50
$8.50 per month funds eye exams for 30 children annually. A great contribution for less than $10 a month!
$41.75
$41.75 per month sponsors 8 cataract kits for 40 operations annually.
$83.50
$83.50 per month provides transportation for 180 children and their families to clinics for treatment annually.