The Problem Is Bigger Than You Think
2 BILLION+
People worldwide live with sight loss.
90%
Of vision loss can be prevented or treated.
26 MILLION+
People in Pakistan live with sight loss, including 3 million children.
Support our Life Changing Work
Eye Treatment & Surgeries
We provide free eye surgeries and treatments to restore sight to people who cannot afford it, helping prevent avoidable blindness
Vision on Wheels (VOW)
Our mobile eye clinics bring free eye care directly to remote and underserved communities where access to specialist treatment is limited.
Patients Treated
School Eye Screening
We provide free eye screenings in government schools, charitable institutions and disadvantaged communities, identifying problems early and providing glasses, medicines and essential treatment.
Expanding Access to Eye Care
Since 2003, our purpose-built hospital has been providing free eye care to people who cannot afford it. Your donation will help expand our facilities, enabling more sight-restoring surgeries and specialist eye care for those who would otherwise face blindness.
Expanding Access to Eye Care
Started: 2003
Satellite Clinic
Our satellite clinic plays a vital role in extending our reach, bringing accessible eye care closer to disadvantaged communities that have limited or no access to specialist treatment.
Satellite Clinic
Started: 2023
How You Empower Lives
Success Stories
Zainab, Lahore
Zainab is back in school
Cataract is often associated with old age. But Zainab was only six when cataract began blurring her vision.
Her family was living in poverty and couldn’t afford the surgery she needed. Her worsening sight meant she could no longer attend school.
Sight for Life provided her sight-restoring surgery free of charge.
Today, Zainab is back in school and seeing the world again. She wants to be a teacher.
Zainab is just one child. Millions more like her are still waiting for the eye care they need.
Help Save a Child’s Sight
— Every Month
Your monthly gift can help provide the eye care and treatment a child needs.
Malik Alam, Vehari
Malik is back at work
Malik worked as a daily wage labourer in Vehari to support his family of six and was their sole breadwinner. An accident at work led to complications and cataract, taking away his sight and his ability to earn.
Unable to afford the treatment he needed, Malik struggled to provide for his family.
Our Vision on Wheels programme informed him about our free surgical services. After receiving sight-restoring surgery, his vision is improving and he is looking forward to returning to work and earning with dignity.
Your support can help more people like Malik regain their sight, independence.
Become a Recurring Donor
A small monthly contribution can make a lasting difference, helping provide essential eye care, glasses and medicines to those who cannot afford them.
Why Support
Sight for Life Trust?
Trusted Eye Charity
As a leading eye charity in the UK, Sight for Life is dedicated to combating vision loss and supporting individuals affected by visual impairments.
Transparent Operations
Operating under a 100% donation policy, every contribution directly funds patient care and eye surgery initiatives.
Accredited and Compliant
Registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales, we adhere to all charity regulations and ethical donation practices.
Secure and Confidential
We prioritize donor privacy and security, ensuring that all personal information and payment details are protected to the highest standards.
FAQ's
How much of my donation goes to helping individuals?
At Sight for Life, we operate under a 100% donation policy. This ensures that every pound you contribute directly funds our hospital and patient care in Pakistan. All administrative and operational costs are covered by executive donors and sponsors, ensuring your entire donation supports those in need.
What do you do?
Sight for Life is committed to eliminating blindness and vision-related challenges among some of the world’s poorest communities. We provide free eye care services, including surgeries and treatments, through our Jannat Aziz Eye Hospital and outreach programs like Vision on Wheels and school screening initiatives.
Where do you work?
Sight for Life runs a complete eye-care ecosystem centered around Jannat Aziz Eye Hospital in rural Pakistan, with Vision on Wheels, school screening and a satellite clinic extending care into underserved communities. Together, we provide quality eye care to people who may otherwise be unable to access or afford it.
How do I cancel my monthly donation?
To cancel or modify your monthly donation, please contact our Supporter Care team by emailing info@sightforlife.org.uk or calling +44 (0)161 200 8445. They will assist you with any changes you wish to make.
What is Gift Aid?
Gift Aid is a UK government scheme that allows charities to reclaim tax on donations made by UK taxpayers. This means your donations can be worth 25% more at no extra cost to you. For example, a £50 donation could become £62.50 with Gift Aid. To qualify, you must pay at least as much Income Tax and/or Capital Gains Tax in the tax year as the amount of Gift Aid claimed on all your donations.