Rocky Mountain Lions Eye Bank

11/19/2025

In honor of , Banner Health (North Colorado Medical Center) welcomed Mary Ann Fox, a cornea transplant recipient whose life was changed by restored sight. Speaking to a group of nurses, Fox detailed her journey from losing her vision to regaining it, underscoring the vital importance of eye donation. She also shared her charming photo from RMLEB’s 2024-25 Circle of Light Photo Project, which captures a dog and a bearded dragon looking at each other while balancing blueberries on their noses.

11/18/2025

November is a time of giving thanks and reflecting on the things that truly matter in life. It's also a month dedicated to raising awareness about a cause that can transform lives—Eye Donation Month. This annual observance encourages individuals to consider the profound impact of donating their eyes after death, thus offering the gift of sight to those in need. Learn more...link in comments!

11/17/2025

A few weeks back we had a donor family come in for a tour of the eye bank. We showed them images from our slit lamp, explained the processing that occurs here at this facility and answered questions about eye tissue donation.

These particular visitors are the parents of Morgan Vickers, a donor that left a legacy that continues to this day. We wrote a blog (linked in the comments) on the Vickers family a year or two ago and the passion we spoke about then is still ever present. It was an absolute pleasure having them here with us on this day.

11/13/2025

Eye Donation Month serves as an important time to highlight the significance of the impact of vision loss and the transformative power of eye donation. At HCA HealthONE Aurora, we hosted an activity with cornea blindness simulation glasses that was so impactful even first-day orientation nurses were encouraged to participate. By wearing the glasses, healthcare staff gained firsthand insight into the lived experiences of patients with vision loss. These hands-on fun activities help foster understanding and compassion, encouraging people to consider the importance of eye donation and 'Everyday Heroes'!

11/12/2025

Our team members are excited to represent RMLEB and collaborate with colleagues from across the nation at the annual Donate Life America conference - where the power of a decision can save and heal lives through eye, organ, and tissue donation.

This week we'll be learning about regulation, best practices and most importantly, how to make the largest impact in our local communities and abroad. We can't wait to get our learning into practice.

11/10/2025

In episode #70 of The Tactile Traveler of KDNK Carbondale Community Access Radio, journalist Nick Isenberg delves into the transformative power of eye donation with John Lohmeier of the Rocky Mountain Lions Eye Bank. The podcast, dedicated to empowering blind and low vision individuals while offering new perspectives to the sighted, takes a closer look at the remarkable ways eye donors can change and impact lives. Link to episode in comments.

11/05/2025

We're super excited to continue accepting submissions for our Circle of Light Photo Project! We've loved seeing what you all have sent in so far and will have some hard decisions to make when the deadline hits.

Cornea transplant recipients may visit our website at Corneas.org/COLPP to submit photos and share your story of restored sight for an opportunity to be featured in hospitals, community centers and more throughout Colorado and Wyoming!

11/04/2025

11/03/2025

Celebrate with our engaging coloring sheets! Made from submissions from cornea transplant recipients over the years, these fun and unique coloring sheets celebrate 'Everyday Heroes' and the restoring . Download today and then share your colored page with us in the comments below!

10/31/2025

Wishing you all a fun and safe Halloween this year! We celebrated at the office with a potluck and costume contest accompanied by all the tasty bites from our staff.

What's your costume this year? Who are you celebrating with?

10/27/2025

We understand the holidays can be difficult for eye donor families. Sharing a loved ones legacy of restoring sight is a heartfelt way to remember those you're missing. Consider sharing with Donate Life America, as they strive to honor stories of selfless donation and life-saving transplantation this holiday season. 💙👁💚

This holiday season, Donate Life America invites you to help us honor the lives of organ, eye and tissue donors. Using our Story Form, share a photo of your loved one and what donation has meant to you and your family. Throughout December, we’ll feature these beautiful photos and messages in a special video series celebrating the power of donation and the lives forever changed by it. 💙💚 Access the Story Form here: https://donatelife.net/how-you-can-help/take-action/read-and-share-stories-of-hope/share-your-story/

10/26/2025

Great day to celebrate restored vision watching the Denver Broncos take on the Dallas Cowboys at Empower Field at Mile High Stadium. Through hands-on activities and corneal blindness simulation glasses, learned about eye donation and transplantation.