VisionGift

03/10/2026

Fuchs’ Dystrophy occurs when the cells in the cornea’s inner layer gradually deteriorate without any apparent reason. As more endothelial cells are lost over the years, the endothelium becomes less efficient at pumping water out of the stroma (the middle layers of the cornea). This causes the cornea to swell and distort vision. Eventually, the epithelium also takes on water, resulting in pain and severe visual impairment. Epithelial swelling will also produce tiny blisters on the corneal surface. When these blisters burst, they are extremely painful. (re: )

03/06/2026

On The Day of the Dude, we’re reminded how much better life is when you can actually see that your rug really ties the room together.

: It doesn’t matter how old you are, what color your eyes are or how good your eyesight is. Don't rule yourself out!

OTD: March 6, 1998, The Big Lebowski was released

03/02/2026

A HUGE(!!) shoutout to VisionGift Board of Directors and staff who were hard at work last weekend for a full day retreat. Their efforts help us plan for a future with increased impact and. The team bonded around our mission - each sharing why they feel so strongly about honoring donors and their gifts of sight. Another shoutout goes to our facilitator (Anna Young) and to Kevin Tate of Kivo who generously hosted the meeting in Kivo's amazing space living wall and a rooftop deck.

02/27/2026

Full Video: https://youtube.com/shorts/KiwaJIVX3RE

02/26/2026

Through Their Eyes: Robby's Cornea Transplant Story: https://youtu.be/MlJSt2M26vw

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02/24/2026

Behind every restored sight story is a team - and behind that team is support. So how about a little A time with VisionGift's HR and Recruiting Manager, Pooja Naik: "I’m proud to be part of such a meaningful and impactful organization. Being in HR means my role is to help support amazing people who work to keep the mission going."

02/19/2026

𝗠𝗶𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗠𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 for KeraNatural. In 2025 alone, more than 𝟏,𝟔𝟎𝟎 KeraNatural grafts reached surgeons in 𝟐𝟎 different countries, helping push us past an incredible milestone: 𝟒,𝟎𝟎𝟎 CAIRS procedures performed with KeraNatural since 2019. That’s 𝟒,𝟎𝟎𝟎 patients given new hope for clearer vision, and MANY donors providing the generous gift of sight. It also represents thousands of moments made possible through collaboration.

This progress belongs to our global community of surgeons, eye bank partners, distribution partners, and most importantly to the early pioneers who sought new and better ways of helping their patients and believed in what sterile allografts could make possible. Your innovation, trust, and commitment to patients continue to move the field forward and expand access to sight-restoring care around the world. Here’s to building what’s next, together.

02/14/2026

February 14th is , an observancance dedicated to spreading awareness and education about organ, eye and tissue donation. Today is a day to recognize those who have given the gift of life, sight, and mobility. For Donor Mom, Anne, it's a time to recognize the gifts of her son, Hayden.

https://youtu.be/Qir6PIE4XKc

Donate Life America Eye Bank Association of America

02/12/2026

"My donor was an everyday person, but because of this incredible gift, they've become my hero. And everyone has the power to do that." ~ Lindsey, cornea recipient

You have the power to one day save and restore sight and lives. Register today at: www.RegisterMe.org

02/09/2026

America’s First Black Ophthalmology Specialist: David K. McDonogh was once enslaved, denied equal education, and blocked from formal credentials, yet he still became a respected physician at the New York Eye and Ear Infirmary. The first African-American eye specialist, and an abolitionist alongside Frederick Douglass.

This February, VisionGift celebrates Black History Month, a time to honor the history, culture, and lasting impact of Black Americans in the United States.

We’re proud to celebrate alongside our partners at the Association for Multicultural Affairs in Transplantation (AMAT), and to recognize the vital contributions of Black donor families, recipients, and medical professionals in eye donation and transplantation.

To learn more about Dr. McDonogh: https://www.nyee.edu/about/history-mission/mcdonogh

02/05/2026

02/05/2026

We’re back with another “5 Questions: Guest Edition” - and this time, we’re joined by Aaron Pan, Director of Tissue Services at Solvita

Plus: we’re introducing our very first Hot Take. 🔥

Hit play to meet the passionate people behind donor family support, recovery, and transplantation. From one, to many.