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Transform lives with a major gift

If you’re considering donating a major gift to Sightsavers, you could prevent thousands of people needlessly losing their sight, or protect entire communities from devastating diseases.

A generous gift can make an incredible impact.

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Eight-year-old Taonga was able to have sight-saving cataract surgery thanks to the support of our generous donors. © Sightsavers/Jason Mulikita

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Worldwide, 2.2 billion people have a visual impairment, but almost half of this can be prevented or treated if people receive the support they need.  

Thanks to generous donors, since 1950 we’ve been able to carry out more than 11.8 million sight-saving operations and distribute more than 1.6 billion treatments to protect people against diseases like trachoma and river blindness.

Your major gift will have a significant impact: it could ensure children with visual impairments receive the education they need, or it could restore the sight of people who thought they would never see again.

Our vital work is only possible thanks to the support of generous donors like you.

To find out how you can get involved and make a difference, contact:
Emma Doyle, key relationships manager
[email protected]

A young boy smiles broadly. He's wearing glasses.

“It’s hard to think of a way our giving can have more impact than restoring sight.”

Michael and Suzi, major donors

Our major donors are integral to our work, and can help us to transform thousands of lives around the world.
Ciara Smullen, Sightsavers Ireland CEO
Ciara Smullen.

How your major gift can make a difference

An eye health worker wearing a mask and visor checks a child's eyes for signs of trachoma.

€6,000

could provide training courses for 100 health workers, helping to build sustainable health services for local communities across Africa and Asia. Meet our past trainees

A man wearing sunglasses smiles with his two happy grandchildren.

€38,000

could pay for 1,000 cataract operations for adults, restoring their independence and enabling them to provide for their families.
Read about Sardar’s experience

A hand holding two tablets labelled with the text 'Merck'.

€120,000

could protect more than 400,000 families from river blindness by distributing medication to remote communities across Africa.
Learn more about river blindness

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“We wanted to support a project we feel part of and were inspired to donate after hearing of Sightsavers’ amazing work.
Ann and Howard, major donors
Omm smiles and points as his eyes are examined by a doctor. He's sitting on his mother's lap.

Why give to Sightsavers?

We’re proud to be a leader in our field, with global technical expertise and a proven track record of success. You can play an important part in our mission and help improve the lives of some of the poorest people in the world.

As a major donor, you’ll have a tailored relationship with Sightsavers. A dedicated member of our team will keep you in touch about the impact of the work you’re supporting through regular personal updates, insights from staff on the ground, reports, and invitations to special events.

You can choose to give to Sightsavers in a number of ways, for example with a regular donation or one-off gift, or donating shares.

You can also donate through your charitable trust or foundation: contact Lauren Herbert on [email protected] or call +353 1 2700020

You could also consider leaving a gift in your will.

About our organisation

We can only fulfil our mission thanks to the generosity of our supporters, so we make sure we are transparent and accountable.

Learn how we’re run

Contact us to discuss giving a major gift

Mary sits with her grandfather and family outside their home after her surgery.
Ten-year-old Mary has a brighter future after cataract surgery. © Sightsavers/Jason J Mulikita

We’d be delighted to speak with you about how you might wish to be involved.

Email Emma: [email protected]

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