Opening Your Eyes Scholarship

A key program of The Vision Council Foundation, our Opening Your Eyes Scholarship is designed to provide financial assistance and career opportunities to minority high school seniors throughout the United States who have an interest in pursuing a career in the optical industry as a Licensed Optician.

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Celebrating National Scholarship Month: The Opening Your Eyes Scholarship Fund Supports the Next Generation of Opticians

November is National Scholarship Month and The Vision Council Foundation is excited to celebrate by shining a spotlight on our Opening Your Eyes Scholarship. The Opening Your Eyes Scholarship is a fund designed to provide financial assistance to members of underrepresented communities interested in pursuing a career in the optical industry as a licensed optician. […] Celebrating National Scholarship Month

The Vision Community Rallies for Hurricane Relief—How You Can Help and Find Support

In the wake of the recent hurricanes that devastated the southeastern United States, the vision care community has come together to provide relief and support to both patients and industry professionals. These efforts not only offer immediate assistance to those affected but also reflect the deep commitment of organizations across the optical industry to contribute […] How You Can Help and Find Support for Hurricane Relief

The Vision Council Names Top 10 Products from Vision Expo West

Alexandria, Va., Sept. 30, 2024—Vision Expo West 2024, co-hosted by The Vision Council, attracted thousands of attendees from the eyewear and eyecare industries to Las Vegas from September 18-21. In addition to morning-to-night education and networking opportunities, more than 350 organizations took to the exhibit floor, highlighting a range of offerings—including these ‘Top 10 Products’ […] Check Out the Top 10 Products from Vision Expo West

The Vision Council Foundation Celebrates World Sight Day 2024

Alexandria, Va., September 27, 2024— The Vision Council Foundation, a leading advocate for the vision industry, is proud to support The International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness (IAPB) in their annual commemorative holiday, World Sight Day. World Sight Day will be celebrated on October 10, 2024, and emphasizes the importance of proper eyecare while […] Celebrate World Sight Day 2024

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