We're often asked about the condition of the frames we collect, so here are two tips that can help you know if they're worth donating.
 
1. Take a good look at the frames you want to donate. Ask yourself if they look like they're in overall good condition (don't worry about worn-looking nose pads; they're replaceable). Would you pass them on to someone you know or would you let your kids wear them? If so, they sound worth donating. But if not, even a person in need won't want them.
 
2. Now take a second look. If they're metal frames, is the metal corroded (green-looking) in parts? Has the coating peeled? Has the frame ever been repaired through soldering? If they're made of plastic, does the plastic look worn or brittle? Can you see cracks or tiny breaks? These are all signs that indicate that the frame is beyond reuse.
 
It's important to remember that all people, no matter how destitute they are, have self-respect and are entitled to look their best.
 
Care to give. Give to care.
 
To find out where your nearest collection point is, click here.

Waving the flag of optimum eye health and better eye care, RE-SPECS Frames for the Needy has partnered with Lirot, the Israeli Research Association for Eye Health and Blindness Prevention. The two non-profit organizations have developed positive ties and resolved to explore future possibilities of mutual cooperation on selected projects.

“Our organization welcomes the initiative of RE-SPECS and we call on everyone to regularly examine their eyes in order to ensure that they see a brighter future,” said Nadine Hollander, CEO of Lirot, following a productive meeting between the two organizational heads. RE-SPECS Founder and CEO Chana Simon added, "We greatly value the developments made by Lirot in the area of eye health research and blindness prevention. We, too, place a primary focus on a brighter future for all sight-impaired people and strive to do this through public awareness of the importance of salvaging frames for others.”

RE-SPECS Frames for the Needy looks forward to continued positive ties with Lirot and to working together on future projects, for the promotion of improved eye health for all.