Frequently Asked Questions

  • See The World Foundation is a federally recognized 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to expanding access to vision care for children who may not otherwise be able to afford essential services such as eye exams, glasses, or medical treatment.

  • The foundation works to support children in need of vision care by providing financial assistance, supporting programs that expand access to vision services, and raising awareness about the importance of early eye care.

  • Our work focuses on helping children who lack access to necessary vision care due to financial or geographic barriers.

  • The Your Right to See the World Fund is a program of See The World Foundation that helps provide direct support for children who need vision care services such as exams, glasses, or medically necessary treatment.

  • Families or providers can submit an application requesting assistance (here). Each request is reviewed by the foundation to determine eligibility and the availability of funds.

  • In all cases, assistance is provided by STWF paying the medical provider or service directly rather than sending funds to individuals.

  • Parents, guardians, and medical providers may apply on behalf of a child who needs support accessing vision care services.

  • Support may include eye exams, prescription glasses, specialist visits, medical treatment, or certain vision-related surgeries depending on need and available funding.

  • No. Each request is carefully reviewed, and assistance depends on eligibility and available funding at the time of review.

  • Applications are typically reviewed within a 1-3 weeks, though timelines may vary depending on the volume of requests.

Donations & Support

  • You can support the foundation by donating, purchasing merchandise from our shop, sharing our mission, or volunteering your time.

  • Yes. See The World Foundation is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, and eligible donations may be tax-deductible as allowed by law (EIN: 99-5002969).

  • Donations help fund programs such as the Your Right to See the World Fund and other initiatives that expand access to vision care for children. Learn more →

  • Yes. We have/may collaborate with organizations and programs that work to expand vision care access in communities we may not directly reach. For a list of our partners, visit here.

  • Yes. We welcome partnerships with organizations that share our mission of improving access to vision care. To get in touch, email us at contact@seethewordfoundation.org.

Shop & Merchandise

  • Our shop helps raise funds to support our mission. Purchases help contribute to programs that expand access to vision care.

  • All proceeds from merchandise help fund programs and initiatives that support children who need access to vision care services. We publicly share finance information here.

  • Yes. We welcome design ideas and product suggestions from our community. Share here

  • Yes. If we select and use a submitted design, we will gladly credit the contributor.

  • Absolutely. We welcome genuine feedback and suggestions from our community. You can give feedback here.

Getting Involved

  • Yes. Volunteers play an important role in helping us expand our impact. Sign up to volunteer here.

  • You can follow our updates through our website, newsletters, and social media channels.

  • Sharing our mission, supporting our initiatives, and educating others about the importance of vision care can help expand our impact.

Vision Care Awareness

  • Vision plays a critical role in learning and development, and early access to eye care can help identify and address issues before they impact a child’s education and well-being.

  • Frequent headaches, difficulty reading, squinting, or trouble focusing may be signs that a child should receive an eye exam.

  • Barriers such as cost, lack of insurance, and limited access to providers can prevent children from receiving necessary eye care.

  • Helping children receive proper vision care can improve learning, confidence, and overall quality of life.

Didn’t find the answer you were looking for?
You’re always welcome to reach out to us here and our team will gladly assist you.