Hawaiian Eye Foundation | International Missions

Spread Aloha, Give Sight

Change lives with us by giving sight to the blind underserved in remote areas throughout Hawai’i, the Pacific Rim and the world.

Our Hawai’i Work

Hawaiian Eye Foundation began by serving locals in need of eye care, and now hosts annual charity surgery campaigns with our generous partners. HEF also provides local students with exposure to medicine and humanitarianism to encourage futures in science and a lifestyle of service to others.

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International Missions

HEF has 35 years of experience in providing quality and compassionate eye surgery in rural settings. Thanks to the leadership of our Mission Director, we have conducted nearly 300 service trips in over 32 countries worldwide to provide 200,000 patients with care.

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Training Programs

Since 2006, HEF has offered ophthalmology sub-specialty trainings to grow the field of ophthalmology in developing nations. HEF is proud to host educational programs that include lectures, skills transfer courses, wet labs, consultations and live surgery demonstrations.

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Our Mission Statement

Since 1984, the non-profit Hawaiian Eye Foundation has been dedicated to promoting the preservation, restoration, and improvement of vision throughout the pacific basin and beyond through charitable service, education, and research programs.

Our Vision Statement

That all people of the Pacific rim and beyond will have access to quality eye care.

Volunteer Opportunities

Sign up now for a life-changing experience! Surgeons, doctors, nurses and technician: sign up to share your skills in the field or teach the next generation of caretakers. We have options to fit all your mission goals, including the option to learn MSICS.

We invite families, coworkers, and practices to travel in service together because a team that serves together, stays together!

Students and general helpers are also welcome. Join or lead a mission trip, and we will help you help others.

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Latest Blog Posts

Mahalo to Eye Physicians Network (EPN)!

Huge Mahalo to Frederic (Ric) Tiplady and the Eye Physician Network (EPN) for making Hawaiian Eye Foundation your charity of choice! We are very grateful for all our strong sponsors and supporters. Thank you for changing lives with us; spreading aloha and giving sight! About Eye Physician Network: The Eye Physician Network is a company dedicated… Read More

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Hawai’i Cataract Days 2019 PSA & Call for Applicants

Since our inaugural event in 2017, we have partnered with local Ophthalmologists who have generously donated their time, services and supplies to conduct free cataract surgeries for those who are uninsured or underinsured. This project is especially for those who do not have or cannot obtain medical insurance. We will also accept those who… Read More

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