Focus on Restoring Sight!

Focus on Restoring Sight!

Clear eyesight is a fundamental aspect of life and the ASCRS Foundation is working to ensure that all people have access to life-changing surgery. Starting February 1st through Valentine's Day, we will be focusing on the things that bring us joy.

How can you help??Share the love this Valentine's season by making?a donation to help us unlock a $10,000 match from our supporters at Lifecore Foundation.?Your generosity will help people in need receive sight-restoring surgery so they can focus on the things they?love.

Focus on… the future!

The ASCRS Foundation has a wealth of resources, including some which are designed specifically for?Young Eye Surgeons (YES). If you are or know a recent graduate, be sure to check out YES. From monthly Webinars to special sessions at the Annual Meeting, YES curates programing specifically for surgeons to help them navigate the early years of their careers.

***ANNOUNCEMENT***

All?Resident Excellence Award?nominees and recipients will be notified by the end of the month!

Focus on… making a difference!

Earlier this year, the ASCRS Foundation proudly announced Helena Ndume, MD, as the 2023 Chang-Crandall Humanitarian Award Recipient. Dr. Ndume has been focusing on making a difference by providing life-changing surgeries for thousands of patients in need. Learn more about Dr. Ndume’s story?HERE.

Focus on… giving back!?

Save the date! If you’re attending the ASCRS Annual Meeting, be sure to join us on Friday night at Party for a Purpose! Socialize with colleagues, industry leaders, and exhibiting partners while enjoying live entertainment and dancing the night away. Proceeds from this event will support the ASCRS Foundation’s humanitarian eyecare and physician education programs locally and around the globe.

Thank you to Lifecore Foundation!?

The Lifecore Foundation is a non-profit organization that coordinates the volunteer efforts and charitable contributions of?Lifecore Biomedical?and its employees. This is done through donations of goods, services, or funds, raised through several activities throughout the year. The Foundation is fully staffed by volunteers who want to support humanitarian needs in the surrounding communities.