Prevention of Blindness Society of Washington

The Prevention of Blindness Society is a local, evidence-based eye health nonprofit dedicated to improving and preserving sight and quality of life through services, education, and innovation in the greater Washington, D.C. area. The TowerCares grant will support the Prince George’s County Children’s Mobile Clinic, which provides vision screenings for children ages 3 to 18 living in low-income households. Children identified for additional medical care will receive eye exams, and those presenting with conditions that can be corrected using eyeglasses will receive two pairs at no charge. Children with more complex problems are referred to Children’s National Hospital, a program partner. The funds will be used to meet programming costs, including the purchase of eyeglasses.