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Support for Tornado Victims
May 21, 2013
OneSight is working with the Red Cross and other nonprofit agencies to refer tornado victims in need through OneSight’s voucher program.
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Five Innovations that Shaped OneSight
March 27, 2013
Ever stepped onto a Vision Van, fitted a child with Chabellas, or volunteered in a Resource Center? If so, you have some innovative volunteers to thank.
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Dr. Pearle Scholarship Fund Now Accepting Applications
February 26, 2013
The OneSight Research Foundation continues its efforts to support optometrists of the future through the Dr. Stanley Pearle Scholarship Fund.
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Sight Restored For Hundreds of Dallas Children
January 15, 2013
During the Dallas Vision Van Clinic, volunteers provided eye screenings and new eyewear to hundreds of area school children in need.
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Video: Hope for Hurricane Victims
December 19, 2012
OneSight’s Vision Van traveled to New Jersey’s hardest hit areas to assist those being housed at Red Cross Shelters.
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OneSight’s Alive in Thailand
December 17, 2012
During the OneSight Thailand Clinic, volunteers provided vision care to more than 1,000 patients each day, many of them children.
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OneSight Announces 2013 Clinics
December 17, 2012
On December 11, OneSight announced 2013 Clinics during which more than 1,000 doctors and trained volunteers will provide eye care to those in need.
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Virginia is for Frame Lovers!
December 13, 2012
At the OneSight Richmond, Virginia Clinic (December 2-8), team members provided eye exams to more than 900 children and dispensed glasses to 756 of them!
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Mexico Clinic Snaps Into Focus
November 29, 2012
During the OneSight Mexico Clinic, a patient with an extremely high prescription, was overwhelmed with gratitude as volunteers fit him with new glasses.
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Cincinnati Clinic Helps 1,050 Kids
November 27, 2012
Volunteers closed the Cycle of Sight during the Cincinnati Clinic at the Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal, November 11 - 16.
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Clinic Changes Lives in Chile
November 26, 2012
During the OneSight Chile Clinic among the thousands helped, was a special patient named Leda.
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Vision Van Continues Hurricane Relief at Second Location
November 19, 2012
OneSight will conduct a second Vision Van Clinic to help Hurricane Sandy victims in Moonachie, New Jersey.
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Vision Van to Provide Hurricane Relief
November 16, 2012
OneSight is headed to Oceanport, New Jersey, to support Hurricane Sandy victims currently housed at a Red Cross shelter.
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Can You See Me Now? Verizon Supports Optical Clinic
November 16, 2012
Verizon® and OneSight® recently partnered to provide free eye care and eyewear to 1,200 children.
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“Iris” Vision Van Sets Sights on New Mission
November 16, 2012
Recently sold to Essilor Foundation, Iris will be giving back to those in need by becoming a vision van for clinics throughout Texas and surrounding states.
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OneSight’s Sustainable Development Program Helps Working Poor
November 14, 2012
The OneSight Vision Center at CityLink is a new community-based program created to eliminate vision care as a barrier for the working poor.
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Nearly 2,000 Children Examined During Cleveland Clinic
November 13, 2012
At the OneSight Cleveland, OH Clinic (October 14-27), team members provided eye exams to nearly 2,000 children and dispensed glasses to over 1,500 of them!
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Par for Sight South Africa Raises Over $8,700 for OneSight
November 7, 2012
On October 22, OneSight South Africa held their 2nd Annual Par for Sight Golf Day at Steenberg Golf Estate, Cape Town raising R75,000 (over $8,700 USD).
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OneSight Research Foundation Awards Grants
November 6, 2012
The organization is awarding grants totaling more than $230,000 to help fund seven research studies to treat and prevent diabetic vision loss.
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Clear Vision Comes to California Children
October 31, 2012
Oakley and OneSight teamed up to bring vision care to children from three Santa Ana, California schools.
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Celebrating Mark Durkan
October 30, 2012
January 18, 1967 - October 21, 2012 OneSight celebrates the life of Mark Durkan, former Director of Global Operations.
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Thousands Helped During OneSight India Clinic
October 24, 2012
At the OneSight India Clinic intense experiences for volunteers, gave way to amazing results, furthering efforts to help the global vision crisis.
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Ride for Sight Sets Record
October 5, 2012
247 riders in 22 cities across the U.S. collectively rode thousands of miles and raised a record $34,270 for OneSight.
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Mexico Clinic Helps Fulfill Dreams
September 13, 2012
At the OneSight Mexico Clinic passionate team members brought the gift of clear vision to recipients of all ages.
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Doctor Improves Lives at Clinic
July 23, 2012
At the OneSight Fishkill, NY Clinic, team members traveled to several camps run by The Fresh Air Fund.
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OneSight in New York Times
July 17, 2012
OneSight’s work was prominently featured in the Sunday, July 15 New York Times.
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Dr. Pearle Scholarship Fund Announces 2012 Recipients
July 5, 2012
The OneSight Research Foundation awarded $40,000 in scholarships as a part of the organization’s ongoing efforts to support optometrists of the future.
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Golfers Swing for Sight at Recent Par Events
June 27, 2012
Par for Sight participants didn’t let a little rain dampen their ability to raise funds for OneSight. In just one day $434,00 was raised!
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Team Members Serve Together at Thailand Clinic
May 31, 2012
“Locals flooded the premises hours before we arrived to the scene. And no matter how exhausted we were, our adrenaline kicked into gear and we made it to the finish line.”
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Cataract Patient Receives Sight in The Gambia
May 31, 2012
The Gambia OneSight Clinic gave new life to many patients May 13-26.
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Young Boy Sees New World at India Clinic
May 7, 2012
During the second 2012 India OneSight Global Clinic (April 15-28), a six-year-old boy who needed a very strong prescription (-10) received his first pair of glasses.
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Musicians Come Together for OneSight Benefit Concert
April 10, 2012
For the fifth year in a row, EyeRock New York brought musicians together from across the optical industry for a rock concert to benefit OneSight.
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Los Angeles Clinic Brings Boy Closer to Life Goal
April 9, 2012
With dreams of becomming a police officer, a young boy named Fernando came to the Los Angeles, California OneSight Regional Clinic (March 25-31).
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Patient Leaves Note for Volunteers
March 16, 2012
OneSight Clinic team members provided free vision care and eyewear to many in need during the Regional Clinic at the Walking Shield Indian Reservation.
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Patient Cries Tears of Joy During India Clinic
March 6, 2012
Poor vision caused challenges for an Indian man who struggled to perform his job driving a tractor.
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Save on OneSight Gear Through February
February 17, 2012
Show your passion for OneSight by sporting the latest OneSight gear from the OneStore! Act now and you can save $10 off a $50 purchase.
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Baseball Builds Bridges from Benin to Minnesota
February 14, 2012
From Minnesota to Africa, OneSight brings diverse groups of people together to share in their passion for giving back.
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Dr. Pearle’s Memory Lives on Through Scholarship Fund
February 2, 2012
The OneSight Research Foundation continues its efforts to support optometrists of the future through the Dr. Stanley Pearle Scholarship Fund.
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Student Sees Board Clearly Thanks to Atlanta Clinic
January 19, 2012
Our 2012 OneSight Clinics kicked off in Atlanta, Georgia, January 8-14. Clinic volunteers made a real impact.
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Pearle Vision Supports OneSight During “31 Days of Giving”
December 1, 2011
Pearle Vision is once again supporting OneSight this Holiday season with the second annual “31 Days of Giving.”
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Bausch + Lomb Supports OneSight
December 1, 2011
Bausch + Lomb introduced their unique OneSight Contact Lens Value Pack to support the charity’s programs!
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OneSight Patients Overcome Obstacles to See
November 23, 2011
The recent OneSight Global Clinic to India, November 7 – 19, proved to be amazing for both patients and volunteers.
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Pearle Franchisees Break Donation Records for OneSight
November 21, 2011
Pearle Vision Franchisees raised $54,000+ for OneSight during their recent annual meeting.
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Sunglass Hut’s Exclusive Collection Benefits OneSight
November 9, 2011
Sunglass Hut announced the return of the Artist Series, a program which sources up-and-coming artists to create exclusive sunglasses in support of OneSight.
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Report Your Sight Night Results
November 1, 2011
Did you treat-or-treat for used eyewear on Sight Night? If so, report your results by Friday, November 4!
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Pair of Glasses Helps Student Stay in His Seat
October 28, 2011
The Richmond, Virginia OneSight Regional Clinic (October 17-21) provided vision care and eyewear to 800 children, including fifth grader, Jaquin.
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Eco Eyewear Collection Supports OneSight
October 10, 2011
OneSight has partnered with Modo’s new environmentally conscious line of eyewear, Eco, to collect used eyewear.
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OneSight Receives Humanitarian Award from ICO
September 29, 2011
The Illinois College of Optometry (ICO) recently recognized OneSight with the Humanitarian Award during their “Class Reunion and Alumni Awards” ceremony.
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Atlanta Fox Station Spotlights OneSight Clinic
September 28, 2011
During the recent Regional Clinic in Atlanta (September 19-23), the amazing eye care that volunteers provided caught the eye of a local media station.
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New Oakley OneSight Eyewear Sold Exclusively at LensCrafters
September 13, 2011
With each purchase of Oakley's OneSight ophthalmic and sun frames, Oakley and LensCrafters will donate a total of $20 to help fund OneSight programs.
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Veterans Helped by OneSight
August 17, 2011
Volunteers and doctors in Chicago provided eye care and eyewear for more than 190 deserving Chicago area veterans as part of an annual Stand Down event.
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OneSight Impacts More Than Clinic Patients
August 17, 2011
During the second 2011 Fishkill, NY Regional Clinic, August 1-13, a Clinic team member was reminded of OneSight’s impact on patients and their family.
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Dr. Pearle, Founder Pearle Vision, Leaves Legacy of Service
July 22, 2011
Dr. Stanley Pearle, 92, founder of Pearle Vision and the OneSight Research Foundation, passed away at his home on July, 21, 2011.
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Sustainable Clinics Come to Life in The Gambia
July 11, 2011
In addition to being the Global Clinic where OneSight volunteers helped their eight millionth patient, The Gambia is an example of sustainable care.
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A Wave Says It All at Ghana Clinic
July 7, 2011
A young girl who was very nearsighted received free vision care and eyewear during the OneSight Global Clinic to Ghana, June 13-24.
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20 Students Awarded Dr. Pearle Scholarships
June 29, 2011
The OneSight Research Foundation doubled its efforts to support optometrists of the future through the Dr. Stanley Pearle Scholarship Fund.
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Meet Marokey, our 8 Millionth Patient
June 22, 2011
Marokey received the gift of sight today from volunteers and doctors during OneSight’s first Clinic in The Gambia.
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Chicago Clinic Gives Hope
May 26, 2011
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Clinic Dramatically Changes Student’s Vision
May 10, 2011
OneSight volunteers saw many students with incredible visual need during the recent Detroit Regional Clinic (April 25 – May 6).
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OneSight Research Foundation Awards Four Grants
April 25, 2011
Last month the OneSight Research Foundation Board awarded $106,000 to four organizations that support diabetic retinopathy research.
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Boy Receives First Pair of Glasses at OneSight Clinic
April 14, 2011
OneSight volunteers provided free vision care and eyewear to many children during the recent Los Angeles, CA Regional Clinic (April 3-5).
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OneSight Launches New Vision Van
April 13, 2011
OneSight is proud to announce the launch of the newest Vision Van, affectionately named EyeLeen. Take a virtual tour of this new vehicle.
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India Clinic Delivers More Than Just Eyewear
April 7, 2011
During the second 2011 Global Clinic to India (March 20 – April 2), OneSight doctors and trained volunteers saw patients who needed a range of eye care.
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Recycling Process Brought to Life on Thailand Clinic
April 6, 2011
During the Thailand Clinic (March 20 - April 2), one pair of eyewear gave a patient a new outlook and brought the recycling process to life for volunteers.
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Volunteers Make Difference at Native American Reservations
March 30, 2011
During the Regional Clinic to Walking Shield, CA, volunteers provided free vision care and eyewear to those living in surrounding Native American Reservations.
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Eyewear Donation Changes Man’s Life in India
March 23, 2011
During the recent OneSight Global Clinic to India (February 28 - March 12), team members wrote about their experiences on the Clinic blog.
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OneSight San Diego Clinic Lights Up Child’s World
March 9, 2011
During the OneSight Regional Clinic in San Diego (February 28-March 4), team members gave a young girl much needed eye care and eyewear.
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OneSight Houston Clinic Gives Child Fresh View
February 28, 2011
During the recent Houston, TX OneSight Regional Clinic (February 7-18), volunteers provided eye care to a shy 7-year-old girl named Myrel.
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Thailand Clinic Makes Visible Difference
February 8, 2011
The 2011 OneSight Eye Care Clinic schedule kicked off in Thailand January 17-29.
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OneSight and Gretchen Bleiler Featured in Women’s Health
February 1, 2011
Oakley athlete and Olympic medalist Gretchen Bleiler was interviewed for the Women’s Health Magazine website.
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Name OneSight’s New Vision Van
January 26, 2011
This March, a new Vision Van will join the OneSight fleet and travel North America to provide vision care and eyewear to thousands of children in need.
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Research Foundation Doubling Efforts to Support Optometry Students
January 20, 2011
The OneSight Research Foundation is doubling its efforts to support optometrists of the future through the Dr. Stanley Pearle Scholarship Fund.
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OneSight Announces 2011 Clinic Schedule
January 10, 2011
Thailand, India and South Africa become areas of focus in 2011.
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Sunglass Hut’s Exclusive Collection Benefits OneSight
December 16, 2010
Sunglass Hut announced the return of the Artist Series, an annual program in support of OneSight.
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OneSight Improves Lives in South Africa
December 14, 2010
During the recent South Africa Clinic (November 29 - December 10), many people received much needed vision care and eyewear.
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OneSight Announces Partnership with SSI
December 2, 2010
A key program initiative for OneSight is to create ongoing sustainable care for people in need around the world.
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Fidelity Security Life Insurance Company Supports OneSight
November 30, 2010
With the season of thanks and giving upon us, OneSight gives thanks to Fidelity Security Life Insurance Company.
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LensCrafters Partnership Brings Vision Van to Vancouver
November 3, 2010
More than 1,000 Vancouver schoolchildren were helped during the recent OneSight Vision Van thanks to the support of LensCrafters.
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2011 Corporate Sponsorships Now Available
November 2, 2010
Generous corporate support is what enables OneSight to do the work it does – delivering clear vision to those in need.
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Research Foundation Supports JDRF
November 2, 2010
Since 2002, the OneSight Research Foundation has awarded $185,000 in grants to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) to support diabetic retinopathy studies.
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Ghana Clinic Helps Child See Clearly
October 28, 2010
During the OneSight Global Clinic in Ghana (October 11-23), team members provided much needed vision care and eyewear to a 10-year-old boy who had never worn glasses.
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Scholarship Winner Aims to Improve Patient Experience
October 25, 2010
Those who know optometry student Karen Lee probably aren't surprised to learn she’s one of twenty winners of a $2,000 scholarship through the OneSight Research Foundation.
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Burkina Faso Clinic Changes Teacher’s Life
October 25, 2010
During the OneSight Global Clinic to Burkina Faso (October 4-9), team members provided much needed vision care and eyewear to those in need.
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OneSight Hosts Vision Awareness Events on World Sight Day
October 13, 2010
On October 14, OneSight will host a series of global vision awareness events as part of World Sight Day, an annual day to focus global attention on blindness, visual impairment and rehabilitation of the visually impaired.
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Oakley OneSight Clinic Creates Lifetime Ambassadors
October 7, 2010
During the OneSight South Africa Clinic (September 10 - October 2) sponsored by Oakley, athletes worked alongside Clinic team members
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OneSight Research Foundation Awards $145,000 in Grants
September 29, 2010
The OneSight Research Foundation recently awarded $145,000 to four organizations that support diabetic retinopathy research.
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OneSight Clinic Changes Lives in Benin
September 29, 2010
During the Benin, Africa OneSight Clinic (September 6-18), team members provided in-depth eye exams.
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OneSight Mexico Clinic Makes a Difference
September 26, 2010
On the second 2010 OneSight Clinic to Mexico (September 6-18) volunteers gave many recipients a new outlook on life.
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OneSight & Sears Optical Help Extreme Makeover Family
September 22, 2010
The Arboleda family of Neenah, Wisconsin, won’t just be enjoying a new home, courtesy of ABC’s Extreme Makeover: Home Edition, for years to come.
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Luxottica Wholesale Hosts OneSight Children’s Day
August 19, 2010
Last week, Luxottica's Wholesale office in Port Washington, New York hosted a OneSight Children's Day.
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Fishkill, NY Clinic Leads to Happy Campers
August 18, 2010
At the second 2010 OneSight Fishkill, NY Clinic (August 1-14), team members traveled to several camps run by The Fresh Air Fund, an organization that gives inner-city children a summer camp experience.
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OneSight Partnership Provides Eyewear, Surgery to those in Paraguay
August 3, 2010
The OneSight Paraguay Clinic, July 18-29, was not only an opportunity for recipients to receive eyewear, but also one where eye surgery...
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Mexico OneSight Clinic Triples Goal to Help More Recipients
July 28, 2010
At the Mexico OneSight Clinic (July 12-23), thousands of local residents received eye exams and eyewear...
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OneSight Volunteers Help Campers at Fishkill, NY Clinic
July 21, 2010
At the first 2010 Fishkill, NY Clinic (July 4-17), the OneSight Team traveled to different camps run by The Fresh Air Fund, an organization that gives inner-city children the opportunity to experience the joy of a summer vacation.
Event Archive
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Par for Sight
June 10, 2013
Cincinnati, Ohio
Par for Sight is an annual golf outing that brings together hundreds OneSight supporters from across the country to golf at Cincinnati’s premier courses.
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Atlanta Eye Run
April 13, 2013
McDonough, Georgia
The fifth annual Eye Run for Vision is set for Saturday, April 13 at the Luxottica Service Center in McDonough, Georgia.
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Par for Sight
June 11, 2012
Mason, Ohio
OneSight’s annual golf outing brings hundreds of vendors from across the country to golf at Cincinnati’s premier courses.
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Eye Run
April 21, 2012
Atlanta, GA
Eye Run, an annual 5K walk/run held in Atlanta, GA, allows you to keep fit while supporting a great cause!
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EyeRock New York
March 24, 2012
New York City
Grammy-nominated artist Lisa Loeb will join musicians from across the optical industry to participate in EyeRock - a rock concert to benefit OneSight.
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Sight Night
October 31, 2011
Every Halloween, or what we call Sight Night, OneSight volunteers trick-or-treat for used prescription eyewear and non-prescription sunglasses.
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Ride for Sight
September 25, 2011
United States
The third annual “Ride for Sight” bike ride will take place on September 25 in 12 cities across the United States.