Wherever in the world we operate, we’re passionate about giving back and working with our local communities. Whether that’s through charity partnerships, fundraising or providing employment opportunities for local people.
Focus Ireland
Specsavers Ireland is proud to partner with Focus Ireland, whose mission and purpose is to support families, children, young people and adults, who are at risk of, or currently experiencing, homelessness. The partnership between Specsavers and Focus Ireland aims to provide access to care to people experiencing homelessness in Ireland.
Specsavers provides free eye care for people supported by Focus Ireland:
- in store via electronic vouchers and at dedicated clinics held 'out of hours'
- at pop-up clinics in Focus Ireland facilities across the country
This initiative is part of Specsavers' broader commitment to accessible eye care for people facing barriers in Ireland. Beyond providing essential eye care services, Specsavers collaborates with Focus Ireland to raise awareness and support for their vital work.
Specsavers collaborated with Focus Ireland Lived Experience Ambassador Programme (LEAP) ambassador Scott Moore on a special art piece displayed in the Dawson Street store. This powerful artwork, "Hidden Depths," reflects Scott's personal journey out of homelessness and symbolises the transformative impact of Focus Ireland's work. The display, which featured a QR code for donations, aimed to raise awareness and support for Focus Ireland.
Hope Foundation
Since 2017, Specsavers Ireland has partnered with The Hope Foundation, working to transform lives through vital eye care services in Kolkata, India. Through donations and dedicated fundraising efforts, we support The Hope Foundation in providing eye clinics, glasses, cataract operations, and educational sponsorships for students from disadvantaged communities.
This ongoing commitment, along with €670,000 raised in donations, reflects our deep belief in accessible eye care for all. Our partnership extends beyond financial support; Specsavers team members and partners volunteer their time and expertise, joining annual trips to Kolkata alongside Technological University Dublin students to provide on-the-ground support.
This hands-on involvement not only delivers essential eye care, preventing potential hardship and improving the quality of life for thousands, but also fosters a strong emotional connection with our customers and colleagues.
From in-store fundraising activities to these impactful trips, we are united in our mission to make a lasting difference. This collaboration, recognised with the prestigious Best Corporate Charity Partnership award, empowers us to change lives, one pair of glasses at a time.
In Ireland, we focus our support on both national and local initiatives and are particularly proud of our partnerships with Focus Ireland and The Hope Foundation.
These collaborations allow us to provide vital eye care services to those experiencing homelessness in Ireland and to disadvantaged communities in Kolkata, India, demonstrating our commitment to making a positive difference in the lives of others.
