Our Mission To prevent blindness, preserve sight and enhance and extend the quality of vision for all Iowans.
Founded in 1958, Prevent Blindness Iowa is at work in communities in Iowa with sight-saving programs for children, adults and older citizens. Prevent Blindness Iowa is a leading volunteer eye health and safety organization dedicated to preventing blindness and preserving sight through public and professional education, early detection, patient services and research.
From the Des Moines Register: Vision problems in children can delay their development, affecting walking, learning in school and socializing with other kids.