VOSH Illinois

11/17/2025

Access to care is foundational to well-being.

Last week VOSH-Illinois with Illinois College of Optometry and SVOSH at ICO provided eye care to survivors of domestic violence at Apna Ghar, Inc. (Our Home).

Many of the individuals we serve face significant barriers to accessing eye care, leading to delays in treatment and an increased risk of preventable vision loss. At VOSH-Illinois, we strive to reduce these barriers and deliver high-quality, comprehensive care to those who need it most.

We extend our sincere appreciation to our partners and volunteers whose commitment makes this work possible.

11/07/2025

Starting today, shop at Vin Chicago and support VOSH-Illinois!

Visit VinChicago.com or in-store:

📍 Chicago
1826 N Elston Avenue
Chicago, IL 60642
(773) 489-3454

📍 Highland Park
1350 Old Skokie Road
Highland Park, IL 60035
(847) 831-1049

Everyone deserves access to care.
Your support of VOSH-Illinois helps provide free eyecare to those who need it most.

10/30/2025

🍾Next weekend, November 7-9th, shop all your holiday party needs at Vin Chicago and support VOSH Illinois!

Shop at VinChicago.com or in-store:

Chicago
1826 N Elston Avenue
Chicago, IL 60642
(773) 489-3454

Highland Park
1350 Old Skokie Road
Highland Park, IL 60035
(847) 831-1049

10/19/2025

🎁 Give the Gift of Sight! 👓

You can now support VOSH-Illinois by donating supplies directly from our Amazon Wish List!

Every item helps our volunteer doctors and students deliver free eye care to those in need. Your gift helps us continue our mission to eliminate preventable blindness and restore sight both locally and abroad. 💙

👉 Shop and give here: https://www.amazon.com/registries/gl/guest-view/2A0KWDV39P9KR?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_ggr-subnav-share_GSA9CXNHP2DP18J2MFHR

Thank you for helping us build a brighter future for all! ✨

10/05/2025

Access to vision care can change lives.

This weekend VOSH Illinois partnered with SVOSH at ICO bringing eye care to 39 individuals at Revive Center for Housing and Healing. With the support of OneSight Foundation and National Vision, we were able to deliver essential services that help improve vision - and with it, quality of life, independence, and opportunity.

At VOSH-Illinois we're committed to expanding access to vision care and ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to see a brighter future.

If you're passionate about giving back and creating meaningful impact through vision care, consider joining us at a future clinic or supporting our mission to make eye care accessible to all at VOSH-Illinois.org.

09/16/2025

📢Calling all volunteers! We have two upcoming clinics. Please join us in bringing vision care to these communities.

🔅Apna Ghar
📍4350 N Broadway Chicago, IL 60613
🗓️Thursday November 13th, 2025
🕥Evening clinic
📲Contact: Tracy Matchinski [Tmatchinski@aol.com]

🔅Revive Center for Housing and Healing
📍1668 W Ogden Ave, Chicago, IL 60612
🗓️Saturday October 4th, 2025
🕦Clinic 9-3
📲Volunteer Registration: https://forms.gle/rcqfXnvbuAkCu7mS9
Contact: Kelly Scherer [info@vosh-illinois.org]

Please register below to volunteer at our VOSH-IL clinic with Revive Saturday, 10/4/25. The clinic will be at 1668 W Ogden Ave, Chicago, IL 60612 with set up at 8am // Clinic starting at 9am // last patients entering at 2pm. Please email info@vosh-illinois.org with any questions.

09/10/2025

✨ Big thanks to SVOSH at ICO for hosting us! VOSH Illinois Treasurer, Dennis Evashenk, spoke to future optometrists about the work of VOSH/International and the importance of giving back through community service.

We’re grateful for the commitment shown by Illinois College of Optometry students—together we’re shaping a future where quality eye care is accessible to all. 👓🌍

🌟 Want to get involved? Join VOSH-Illinois and help bring the gift of sight to communities in need!

➡️VOLUNTEER: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfLHc-3ls61iKDCOYDqvTKK4rKRN9OP_yYYcI4zZyEZaXyBnw/viewform
➡️DONATE: https://vosh-illinois.org/donate-online/

07/24/2025

👁️ Calling all volunteers! 👁️
VOSH-Illinois is looking for volunteers to join us at our upcoming community vision clinic!

Help us provide free eye exams, glasses, and resources to those in need — and be part of a team committed to making quality eye care accessible for all.

📅 Date: Saturday, October 4th, 2025
📍 Location: Revive Center for Housing and Healing
🙌 Open to optometrists, students, and volunteers — all are welcome!

Sign up to volunteer here 👉 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdCBD6Cp1liJ2B_Q2oGGrpil8pP2Ie56_BvFujd9qrlNZPNUg/viewform

Let’s come together to bring vision care to our local community. 💙

Please register below to volunteer at our VOSH-IL clinic with Revive Saturday, 10/4/25. The clinic will be at 1668 W Ogden Ave, Chicago, IL 60612 with set up at 8am // Clinic starting at 9am // last patients entering at 2pm. Please email info@vosh-illinois.org with any questions.

07/24/2025

Looking to get more involved with VOSH-Illinois?
Now’s a great time to become a member and stay connected with our mission to provide vision care to those who need it most—locally and around the world.

As a member, you’ll get updates on:
👁️ Volunteer opportunities
🌍 Local and international clinics
📬 Chapter news and events

Whether you’re a student, optometrist, or someone passionate about eye health, there’s a place for you in our community.

➡️ Join us today and be part of the difference:

Thank you for being part of VOSH IL. You will receive an invoice via email within one week of submission of this form to pay your dues. If you are interested in donating to the organization as well, please use the following link: https://vosh-illinois.org/donate-online/

04/21/2025

April is National Volunteer Month — and there’s no better time to celebrate the heart of VOSH-Illinois: our volunteers.

From local clinics in our own communities to global outreach trips, VOSH-IL volunteers bring vision, compassion, and care to those who need it most. Whether you’re an optometrist, student, technician, optician, volunteer, or supporter, your time and dedication make a lasting impact.

This month, we honor every pair of hands and every act of service that helps us work toward a world without preventable vision loss.

Thank you for being the driving force behind our mission. We appreciate you, and we couldn’t do this without you.

04/16/2025

This past weekend, VOSH-IL partnered with Sarah's Circle to provide free eye care to 44 women experiencing homelessness or housing insecurity. Together, we made 39 pairs of no-cost prescription glasses, distributed free reading glasses and sunglasses, and made 10 referrals for further care.

We were proud to be joined by our community partners Tapestry 360 Health and CountyCare who provided additional health resources to clients.

This clinic wouldn’t have been possible without the incredible support of Illinois College of Optometry students, our dedicated volunteers, and the generosity of the EssilorLuxottica foundation and National Vision, who supplied the glasses.

Thank you to everyone who made this day a success! You can support our work further at vosh-illinois.org.

03/27/2025

Hello Volunteers and Community Members! 👋
We are hosting another Chicago-based free vision clinic at Sarah's Circle on Saturday April 12th, 2025 from 9am to 2pm. Sarah's Circle provides housing and support to women experiencing homelessness. Join us in serving this community.

🧑‍💻Sign up to volunteer: https://forms.gle/VXYroPZhAR7ZJQNa8
We look forward to seeing you! 🤓

Please register below to volunteer at our VOSH-IL clinic with Sarah's Circle Saturday, 4/12/25. The clinic will be at 4737 N Sheridan Rd. with set up at 8am // Clinic starting at 9am // last patients entering at 2pm. Please email info@vosh-illinois.org with any questions.