Outside Kampot, Cambodia, Chan rides his bike, collecting discarded bottles to earn income to support himself and his six grandchildren. Before surgery, failing vision made the work exhausting and dangerous. He relied on his grandchildren for help, even as he carried the responsibility of keeping the family going.
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Why Anthony Ferraro is all-in on Seva
Some people follow a path. Anthony Ferraro builds his own and invites the world to keep up.
Born with Leber Congenital Amaurosis, Anthony lost his sight over time, but never his drive. He rose as a champion wrestler, Paralympic judo athlete, and a magnetic motivational speaker. He even busked 10,000 miles across America, performing for strangers who quickly became fans. Now a full-time content creator, Anthony offers an authentic look into how he navigates daily life, cares for his family, and uses his platform to advocate for greater access to eye care.
Anthony’s journey is proof of what determination can achieve, and we’re grateful to have his heart and hustle behind our mission. Watch our interview video above to learn his whole story and connect with Anthony at asfvision.com or follow him on Instagram, TikTok, or Facebook.
The Story of Riata, a 15-Year-Old Girl from Uganda
In the small town of Apac, Uganda, Riata’s world began to fade when she was just eight years old. Her parents could tell something was wrong. She squinted more. Moved slower. Reached out cautiously in spaces she once knew by heart. Over time, Riata’s world dimmed until it disappeared completely. Cataracts in both eyes took her vision and, with it, her independence.
Continue readingWe know what you did last year!
Last year, YOUR Support:
- Gave 7.6 Million people access to eye care — most of them saw an eye doctor for the very first time;
- Trained thousands of local leaders who delivered eye care where virtually none existed before; and
- Launched Seva-led industry research that reshaped the conversation of eye health, influencing decision-makers at the highest levels to prioritize vision.
Bob Weir: Letting the Legacy Proceed by Its Own Design
In a recent tribute, SF Gate contributor Nicholas G. Meriwether wrote: “The Grateful Dead folk motif describes the obligation the living owe the dead, a belief found in cultures around the world. It tells us that when we honor that obligation, we will be repaid in ways we cannot anticipate or imagine. An ancient expression of faith, it urges us to embrace life as a continuum – one that includes those who have passed on and who rely on the living to steward their legacy.”
Continue readingA New Light is Rising in Quiché, Guatemala
In partnership with Visualiza, Seva Foundation has completed a state-of-the-art eye hospital that will serve over 1 million people, bringing quality care closer to home for those who once had to travel to Guatemala City or go without care entirely.
Continue readingDoña Lidia’s Story
For years, Doña Lidia, known affectionately as “Mam,” was the heart of her household. Her hands shaped every meal, her care tended every crop, and her laughter filled her home near Huehuetenango, Guatemala.
Continue readingSeva’s Interactive Data Map
Seva’s story isn’t static, so our records shouldn’t be either. Our new interactive impact map allows you to see it unfold as our impact grows. Spanning 20+ countries and 40+ years, the map is a living record of communities gaining access to clear vision.
Continue readingTune in: Conversations with Kate – Your Good Does Great in the World
Seva CEO and Executive Director Kate Moynihan recently sat down with Seva’s Regional Director in India, Kuldeep Singh, Seva Board Chair Dr. Mariano Yee, and trainer Sunita Arora, who has helped launch the careers of over 2,000 eye care professionals.
The four talked candidly about the powerful ripple effects of your generosity — how restoring sight uplifts families, empowers local health care workers, and builds a sustainable future for eye care.
Look what you made possible. Thank you!
THANK YOU!
You gave. You shared. You believed. And it made a difference. Together, we reached our $100,000 fundraising goal — matched by a generous family for a total of $200,000! These funds will train the next generation of eye care professionals through Seva’s Dr. Suzanne Gilbert Training Academy.
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