help a child see
long into the future
Camille, 6, sat in the darkest corner of her classroom because light caused her pain. Your gift today can help a child like her see long into the future.
BACK AT HER SCHOOLBOOKS
A prize-winning student
Camille is six and lives in Kwekwe, a mining town in the heart of Zimbabwe. School is her favourite place. Last year she won two prizes: top student in her class, and best language speaker.
She finished her work so quickly that her teacher wrote extra exercises just for her. Her future seemed perfectly on course.
The girl who asked for the curtains to be closed
In January 2025, Camille was hit in the right eye during a game with friends. The redness faded and the accident was soon forgotten. Two months later, the pain began.
Light itself became painful. At home she asked her mother, Chido, to keep the curtains closed. At school, her teacher moved her desk into the darkest corner of the room.
A stranger's kindness
Doctors in Kwekwe diagnosed a traumatic cataract. Without specialist surgery, Camille would lose the sight in that eye. Chido, who sells sweets to support her family, did not know where to turn.
A stranger at a hair salon overheard her worries and put her in touch with the Richard Morris Eye Hospital in Bulawayo, home to the CBM-supported Children's Eye Unit.
The first thing she did
When flu forced a four-month postponement, CBM's team reviewed Camille's case and helped bring her surgery forward. The operation was a complete success.
The next morning her eye patch came off. Camille braced for pain and instead saw bright, clear colours. The first thing she did was reach for her schoolbooks. Thanks to supporters like you, she is back in class.
Our Partners
& Supporters
50 thousand eye screenings in Madagascar Alone
(With YOur Help We Can Reach The Rest)
4.4 million people impacted worldwide (and counting)
give monthly.
change lives daily.
Monthly support means we can act faster, reach further, and restore sight before it’s too late.
IT ALLOWS US TO:
Plan sight-saving surgeries in advance.
Reach children earlier, when treatment works best.
Fund programs that provide on going care.
Give monthly today, and make life-changing impact, every single month.
How to Give
CBM has more than 100 years of global experience—and CBM Ireland has been part of that journey since 2002. Over the past two decades, we’ve reached hundreds of thousands of individuals with sight-saving care, inclusive education, and support for lasting change.
CBM Ireland, 176 Ivy Exchange,
Granby Place, Dublin 1
Give Monthly. Change Lives Daily.
Monthly donations make long-term impact possible. You’ll help us plan surgeries, reach remote communities, and respond quickly to urgent cases.
Start your monthly gift today and bring hope every single month.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is my donation used?
Your gift helps fund essential services like cataract surgery, transport to hospital, and post-operative care. It directly supports people in poverty experiencing avoidable blindness.
Can I donate monthly instead of a one-time gift?
Absolutely. Monthly giving helps us plan ahead and respond more quickly to urgent needs—reaching people like Juliana before it’s too late.
Is my donation tax-deductible?
Yes. If you donate €250 or more in a year and complete a CHY3 form, CBM can claim tax back—making your gift go even further at no extra cost to you.
How much of my donation goes to the people who need it?
We work hard to ensure that your donation is used effectively. At least 85% of funds go directly to programme activities, with the remainder supporting essential operations and fundraising.
Can I choose where my donation goes?
Donations to this appeal will go towards our sight-saving work, including cataract surgeries in areas like rural Kenya. If you'd like to support a specific area of work, get in touch and we’ll do our best to accommodate.
How much does a cataract surgery cost?
On average, €150 can fund sight-saving surgery for one person. Even smaller gifts can help cover transport, follow-up care, and screening.
Is it safe to donate online?
Yes. Our donation process is fully encrypted and secure. We never store your payment information or share your personal data.
Can I donate by post or phone?
Yes. You can post a donation to CBM Ireland, 176 Ivy Exchange, Granby Place, Dublin 1, or call us at +353 (0)1 873 0300 to donate over the phone.
Can I donate in honour or memory of someone?
Yes, many supporters choose to donate in honour of a loved one. Please contact us if you’d like to receive a special card or message with your gift.
Who can I contact with questions?
We’d love to hear from you. Call us on +353 (0)1 873 0300 or email info@cbm.ie. We’re here to help.