Vision Express celebrated Sight Saving Month in August and launched VEX Cares, a groundbreaking initiative providing free eye health services to every Filipino from infancy to golden years. One of its special beneficiaries is Ronnel David, a viral artist whose paper flowers brought joy to Mandaluyong City and global social media platforms. His story inspired millions of netizens to reach out to Vision Express.
Vision Express, through VEX Cares, has partnered with the Department of Education to provide students nationwide with access to exceptional eye care. The company, which believes in the power of clear vision, has offered Ronnel a free comprehensive eye exam, eyeglasses with customized progressive lenses, and a rejuvenated spirit. This partnership is part of Vision Express’s commitment to transforming lives through clear vision and VEX Cares’ “Vision for Education” initiative.
The campaign comprises a series of eye-health advocacy drives, complimentary eye tests, and the distribution of eyeglasses, all with the ultimate goal of empowering students to shine in their academic pursuits.
This commitment finds embodiment through Vision Express’ participation in a series of DepEd events, such as the Palarong Pambansa 2023 in Marikina, where it served student athletes and coaches from NCR, Region 3, and Region 6. Vision Express also provided free products and services at the Brigada Eskwela 2023 Kickoff Event held in Tarlac City. Additionally, it has embarked on a countrywide tour for its participation at the National Learning Camp in West Fairview National High School and Bacoor National High School in Quezon City and Cavite, respectively.
VEX Cares program has partnered with institutions like GMA Kapuso Foundation, Insular Life, UnionBank of the Philippines, and Dasmarinas Village Association to provide free eye check-ups and eyeglasses to diverse segments of society. These partnerships aim to strengthen VEX Cares’ comprehensive approach to eye care, ensuring that eye care is accessible to all segments of society. Vision Express Head of Learning and Development, Maureen Jean Miakka Lim, emphasizes the importance of these partnerships.
Moving forward, VEX Cares is set to continue its caravan of free eye health products and services throughout the Philippine archipelago. Drives are scheduled at Lyceum Northwestern University Dagupan, Iloilo National High School, and Davao National High School, to name a few.
As Vision Express continues to generate positive change, it solidifies its position at the forefront of eye care in the country. Through VEX Cares, Vision Express not only reinforces its mission to safeguard vision, but it also exemplifies its commitment to enhancing lives and fostering a brighter future for all Filipinos.
