To help underserved communities and individuals facing financial hardship, Alpro OptiSaver and Alpro Foundation have officially launched the "Second Sight" community vision care programme. The first phase of this nationwide campaign will sponsor 1,000 pairs of prescription lenses.
Restoring Clear Vision, Alleviating Burdens
Launched officially on April 17, the Second Sight campaign aims to help members of the public who need prescription glasses but have delayed acquiring them due to rising living costs or severe financial constraints. By combining community frame donations with professional optometry diagnostics, the campaign provides a complete, dignified solution to restore clear vision.
Organizers pointed out that many underprivileged patients complete their eye examinations and receive valid prescriptions at government hospitals. However, due to daily survival demands and financial pressure, purchasing a pair of glasses is often delayed indefinitely. This delay not only impacts their daily routines but also poses serious risks to their occupational safety.
"Our primary target is to ensure that those who are in genuine need receive visual correction support. Every case referred through government hospital ophthalmology departments undergoes professional diagnostics and verification to ensure transparency, fairness, and professional resource allocation."Tan Yee Ling, Executive Director of Alpro OptiSaver
A Spark of Community Inspiration
The motivation behind Second Sight came from a simple, real-life interaction. During a neighbourhood outreach activity, the team encountered an elderly street vendor. Despite suffering from severe vision problems for years, he had never undergone a proper eye check, assuming glasses were a luxury he could not afford.
His heartfelt wish, "Kan best kalau ada bantuan khas untuk mata" (It would be so good if there was special aid for eyes), highlighted a critical gap in community healthcare. The team immediately assisted him with a professional prescription and fitted him with glasses. The moment he saw his surroundings clearly, it changed his daily life.
"This initiative was born from that genuine human moment. A pair of glasses that someone else has forgotten or stored away can become a life-changing starting point for another person to see the world clearly again. We wanted to build a bridge that connects community generosity with professional care."Ostwin Paw, Chief Executive Officer of Alpro Foundation
Join the Movement: Donate Your Old Frames
To make the campaign sustainable and foster a culture of recycling, Second Sight invites public participation. Anyone can donate usable, old spectacle frames at any Alpro OptiSaver outlet nationwide.
Upon collection, the optical centers inspect, clean, and refurbish the donated frames. These frames are then paired with brand-new, sponsored prescription lenses and delivered directly to verified patients in partnership with public ophthalmology clinics, such as Hospital Tuanku Ja'afar, Seremban.
Media Coverage: China Press newspaper feature detailing the Second Sight launch and the 1,000 lens sponsorship milestone.
Sponsorship Details & How to Participate
The Second Sight campaign is currently active across all outlets in Malaysia. Here is how you can support this vision:
- Donate Spectacle Frames: Drop off your unused, clean, and intact plastic or metal frames at any Alpro OptiSaver store.
- Spread the Word: Share the initiative with family, friends, or anyone you know who might have old glasses lying in drawers.
- Coordinate Referrals: If you are a social worker, volunteer, or health official wishing to refer a patient in need, please visit an Alpro OptiSaver store for details on the diagnostic referral process.
Help Us Bring Clear Vision to More Communities
Whether you want to donate your old frames, book a professional eye test for yourself, or support the campaign, our team is ready to assist you at all outlets.