Cornea Donation
Since 1960, Saving Sight has coordinated cornea donation and the distribution of corneas for transplant. Today, we operate in Missouri, Kansas, and central Illinois, and we distribute corneas to transplant surgeons in those states, the rest of the U.S., and around the world to help people receive the precious gift of sight.
Help us spread the message about eye, organ, and tissue donation in your community. If you haven’t yet, register your choice to donate online at Donate Life America or your local Department of Motor Vehicles office. And be sure to speak with your family about your decision.
Thomas’ Legacy
In Memory of Thomas J. Davidson, 1988-2018 “My oldest son, Thomas, became a donor on July 11, 2018. Thomas loved visiting his family, helping others, working with his hands, and being outdoors.” - Charlotte, Thomas’ Mom. You can read Thomas' full story on our website...
Thomas’ Legacy Lives on Through the Gift of Sight and Research
“To know Tommy, he preferred Thomas, was to know someone who was helpful, respectful, loyal, and enjoyed spending time with his family, friends, and his dog. Thomas was happiest working with his hands and going hiking, camping, and riding his motorcycle,” says his...
Mark Meyers – Champion of Donation
As the Decedent Affairs Coordinator for The University of Kansas Health System, Mark Myers manages the day-to-day operation of their office as well as autopsy service for the health system. Mark’s support of organ, eye and tissue donation is instrumental in helping...
Giving Tuesday Now
Together We Help. Together We Heal. Together We Stand. Saving Sight has joined #GivingTuesdayNow, a global day of giving that harnesses the collective power of individuals, communities and organizations to encourage philanthropy and to celebrate generosity...
Cheryl Shares Her Brother’s Legacy as an Eye Donor
April is National Donate Life Month, a time to raise awareness about the importance of organ, eye and tissue donation and to honor and celebrate those who have saved lives through the gift of donation. I’m Nicole Flood, Communications Coordinator with Saving Sight, a...
Our Response to COVID-19
As COVID-19 continues to be top of mind for many in the U.S. and worldwide, we’d like to share the measures that Saving Sight is taking to ensure the health and well-being of our patients, families, partners, and staff. Even in these uncertain times, our commitment to...
Kristie Celebrates Her Two-Year Transplant Anniversary
This month, Kristie celebrates her two-year corneal transplant anniversary. “It sure is a blessing and awesome to be able to receive a corneal transplant,” she says. “I learned those who give the gift of sight can sure help others!” After 5 years of having issues...
Saving Sight Impact Report
Thanks to the many partners who help us facilitate the gift of eye donation, and to the thousands of individuals who said "yes" to giving that gift, we were able to impact the lives of more than 7 individuals a day last year. Together, We Change Lives 2019 was a...
One Couple Shares Their Unique Connection to Eye Donation
Julie and Chris have a unique connection to corneal transplantation. Chris as a corneal tissue recipient and Julie as a tissue recovery technician for the Saving Sight eye bank. “In late July 2016, I had a corneal abrasion on my right eye that sealed to form an ulcer...
Support Saving Sight through Online Shopping
Thanks to AmazonSmile, you can support Saving Sight’s mission to change lives by saving sight when you shop online this holiday season and all year long. Simply shop at smile.amazon.com and pick Saving Sight as the charitable organization you want your purchases to...