Cure Blindness for One Person
$70 funds one cataract surgery
Fund one cataract surgery for just $70
For just $70, you can fund a sight-restoring cataract surgery for one person. Cataract blindness remains the most prevalent cause of blindness around the world, limiting millions of people's ability to work, engage with their families, and do the tasks of daily living.
Your donation provides a life-changing surgery that will free an individual from the darkness of cataract blindness, restoring their sight and giving them a chance for a better life.
Charitable Gift FAQs
How will my gift be used?
We commit to using your donation to achieve the maximum possible impact. We make every effort to honor the intent of your donation; if a specific project or item is fully funded, your contribution will be redirected to provide comparable assistance within the same category or similar needs. For additional details, please visit our Frequently Asked Questions page at https://gift.cureblindness.org/faq.
Is my gift tax deductible?
The Himalayan Cataract Project (dba Cure Blindness Project) is a 501(c)3 tax-exempt organization and your donation is tax-deductible within the guidelines of U.S. law. To claim a donation as a deduction on your U.S. taxes, please keep your email donation receipt as your official record. We'll send it to you upon successful completion of your donation.
How are the suggested donations determined for gifts?
The donation amounts shown are based on the average cost of items in the countries where we serve. Every dollar you give helps change lives in a meaningful way. The amounts in the catalog are simply suggestions—your gift of any size will make a difference and is deeply appreciated.
Financial Efficiency & Accountability
The Himalayan Cataract Project (dba Cure Blindness Project) takes great pride in our financial efficiency and accountability. We work to maximize the value of every donation we receive and strive to direct those funds where they are most needed.
