If you can't access or afford the vision care you need, or if your eye care practice has been affected by disaster, explore the options below to view available programs.
If you can’t afford the vision care you need, VSP Eyes of Hope gift certificates and mobile clinics may be able to help.
Multiple programs are available to assist community members and eyecare practices affected by disaster.
VSP Vision™ Eyes of Hope® gift certificates, sometimes called vouchers, provide adults and children in need with access to eye exams and new glasses at no cost through a VSP network doctor in their community.
Gift certificates provide coverage for a comprehensive eye exam and a complete pair of prescription glasses with single vision or lined multifocal lenses.
If you already have a VSP Eyes of Hope gift certificate, find a local VSP network doctor where you can make an appointment.
Gift certificates are distributed through our national network of community partners.
Students through 19 years of age: Contact a school nurse. School nurses and administrators can request a VSP Eyes of Hope gift certificate (formerly Sight for Students) through one of our education partners, which include the National Association of School Nurses, California School Nurses Organization, Communities In Schools, and the National Head Start Association.
Adults and children of any age: Contact one of our community partners. Reach out to Prevent Blindness, your local Lions Clubs chapter, members of the National Association of Community Health Centers, or UnidosUS and let them know that you’re in need of vision care.
VSP Eyes of Hope mobile clinics travel the U.S. in partnership with local charities and VSP network doctors to provide no-cost eye exams and glasses for communities in need. View the calendar below to see if there’s an upcoming event near you.
Download all forms and information for patients who receive services on a VSP Eyes of Hope Mobile Clinic: English, Spanish
October 14, 2023 Fred Jordan Missions, Los Angeles, CA Appointments are being scheduled in partnership with the Alliance of Jamaican and American Humanitarians for community members who are eligible.
October 15, 2023 Sacred Heart Community Service, San Jose, CA Appointments are being scheduled in partnership with the Congregation Shir Hadash for community members who are eligible.
October 16 – 17, 2023 Austin Resource Center for the Homeless, Austin, TX Appointments are being scheduled in partnership with Open Eyes Beyond Border for community members who are eligible.
October 22 – 24, 2023 Wesley House Community Center, Knoxville, TN Appointments are being scheduled for community members who are eligible.
October 26 – 27, 2023 North Carolina Central University, Durham, NC In partnership with Black EyeCare Perspective as part of Impact HBCU, appointments will be scheduled in partnership with the university for students who are eligible.
October 27, 2023 Consulate General of Mexico, Sacramento, CA Appointments are being scheduled for community members who are eligible.
November 2 – 3, 2023 SHPE National Convention, Salt Lake City, UT Appointments will be scheduled for conference attendees, primarily students, who are eligible.
November 7 – 8, 2023 Monarch School Project, San Diego, CA Appointments are being scheduled for Monarch School students.
November 10 – 11, 2023 40 Prado Homeless Services Center, San Luis Obispo, CA Appointments are being scheduled in partnership with SLO Noor Foundation for community members who are eligible.
Our thoughts are with those affected by natural disasters. Our disaster response resources below can help whenever there's a need.
If you've lost or broken your eyewear or need eye care, call 800-877-7195 for assistance (even if you've already used your benefits).
If you've lost or broken your eyewear and you're not currently eligible or don’t have vision insurance, contact a local Red Cross chapter or shelter to request a VSP Eyes of Hope Disaster Relief gift certificate.
Call us at 800-615-1883 to learn about the resources available to you and your patients.