Andrew Dougherty Vision Foundation

This is how we scale impact worldwide. This is more than a highlight reel. It’s a window into a global crisis and a solution already restoring sight. From international missions to our collaboration with the Vision Innovation Institute, this film demonstrates how we are building a scalable, sustainable model to eliminate preventable blindness. Restoring sight is more than a medical intervention as it is transformational. It changes how someone lives, works, and sees their future. We are proud to share the official Andrew Dougherty Vision Foundation (ADVF) video sharing the experience the impact firsthand. To learn more or explore ways to get involved, whether through donating or joining our mission, please visit: advfoundation.org #MoroccoMission #RestoreSight #ADVFoundation #VisionForAll #EndPreventableBlindness #GiveSight

For patients without access to care, sight loss isn’t permanent—it’s untreated. This June, ADVF is serving hundreds of patients in Morocco with sight-restoring surgery. $150 = 1 life restored If you’ve been looking for a simple, meaningful way to help—this is it. Donate through the link in bio (or here: /en-US/donation-form/support-the-morocco-mission--2026) #RestoreSight #EndBlindness #MoroccoMission2026 #EthicalGiving #ADVFoundation

There’s a point where blindness isn’t the problem. Access is. This June, ADVF is in Morocco serving hundreds of patients with sight-restoring care. One procedure can mean: – working again – moving independently – returning to daily life $150 = 1 life restored If you’ve been waiting for a simple way to make a real impact, this is it. Donate through the link in bio (or here: /en-US/donation-form/support-the-morocco-mission--2026 ) #RestoreSight #EndBlindness #MoroccoMission2026 #EthicalGiving #ADVFoundation

One procedure. 15 minutes that can change a life. For patients in underserved communities, cataract surgery can mean returning to work, regaining independence, and reconnecting with everyday life. From June 8–13, ADVF will work alongside local partners in Tiddas and Moulay Bouazza, Morocco, serving hundreds of patients in need through high-quality ophthalmic care. Your $150 gift helps fund a sight-restoring procedure. Support the Morocco Mission 2026 through the link in bio. #ADVFoundation #MoroccoMission #RestoreSight #CataractSurgery #GlobalHealth #EndPreventableBlindness

Who makes up an ADVF deployment team? We are exactly one month away from our high-volume surgical mission to Morocco (June 8–13). Serving hundreds of patients safely and efficiently requires an incredible team operating with complete synergy. There are 3 ways you can join the mission today: 1. Medical Volunteers: Credentialed clinicians delivering elite surgical care. 2. General Volunteers: Logistical support managing patient flow and OR operations. 3. The Ripple Effect Donor: You. Funding a complete, life-changing surgery from home for just $150. Whether you are scrubbing in with us in Morocco or funding a procedure from your phone, your participation restores dignity and changes a life forever. Hit the link in our bio to apply for the final roster spots or fund a surgery today! #MedicalVolunteer #Ophthalmology #MoroccoMission #ADVFoundation #RestoreSight #Philanthropy #MakeAnImpact #Charity #GlobalHealth

A typical mission day isn’t short, and it isn’t simple. It requires coordination across patient intake, surgery, and post-operative care, all while working closely with local medical teams. That’s the standard we’re preparing for in Morocco this June. The Andrew Dougherty Vision Foundation will be supporting cataract care for hundreds of patients in need, with a focused, high-efficiency clinical team. We are currently inviting surgeons and clinical professionals who are comfortable working in structured, high-volume environments and who prioritize patient dignity at every step. Apply here: /forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeiRdoFm4SkKHJ34_phfyzU2v0kvzrHPFpApdM88Ha_QsPAWw/viewform Learn more: advfoundation.org

Today, on International Workers' Day, we recognize something often overlooked: The ability to work… depends on the ability to see. In communities we serve, vision loss doesn’t just affect health, it takes away independence, income, and dignity. A farmer cannot tend his land. A mother cannot safely care for her family. A skilled worker is forced into dependency. This June, the Andrew Dougherty Vision Foundation is deploying a surgical team to Morocco, serving hundreds of patients in need through high-volume cataract care. We are currently inviting surgeons and clinical professionals to join this mission. Not just to operate, but to restore the ability to live, work, and provide. Every procedure represents more than sight restored. It’s economic independence returned. $150 = 1 life restored. If you are a licensed medical professional ready to serve with integrity, precision, and respect: Apply to join the mission: 🔗 Medical Volunteer Form: /forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeiRdoFm4SkKHJ34_phfyzU2v0kvzrHPFpApdM88Ha_QsPAWw/viewform Learn more about the mission: 🔗 advfoundation.org #InternationalWorkersDay #GlobalHealth #Ophthalmology #CataractSurgery #MedicalMission #Surgeons #HealthcareProfessionals #PreventBlindness #VisionCare #NonprofitWork #ServiceInAction

What happens the moment the bandages come off? As we gear up for our upcoming deployment to Tiddas and Moulay Bouazza, Morocco (June 8–13, 2026), we want to talk about what happens after our team flies home. We talk a lot about our "$150 = 1 Surgery" metric. But restoring sight doesn't just heal one person; it creates a socioeconomic ripple effect. When a patient regains their vision, it frees up their caregivers (often children) to return to school, and it allows adults to return to work and provide for their families. By funding a surgery, you are lifting an entire family toward economic independence. Will you help us serve hundreds of patients and start a ripple effect today? Hit the link in our bio to fund a miracle. #SocialImpact #Philanthropy #GlobalHealth #Ophthalmology #ADVFoundation #MoroccoMission

Today, we recognize Dr. Paul Dougherty, the founder behind it all, and the vision that led to the creation of the Andrew Dougherty Vision Foundation (ADVF). In his own words, we reflect on the deeper meaning of this work and the purpose that continues to guide the foundation forward. To learn more or get involved, visit advfoundation.org and be part of this mission to restore sight and transform lives.

The anatomy of a mission. 15 Dedicated People. 1 Week. Hundreds of Lives Transformed. Our high-volume surgical model is built for scale, efficiency, and profound impact. But a model is nothing without the people who power it. We are currently finalizing our roster of surgeons and mission volunteers to deploy to Tiddas and Moulay Bouazza, Morocco, and working to raise the funds needed to support every single procedure. $150 = 1 Surgery = 1 Life Restored. Whether you are scrubbing in with us in Morocco, or funding a surgery from your phone, your participation is what makes the restoration of sight possible. Hit the link in our bio to join the deployment team or fund a surgery today! #MedicalVolunteer #MoroccoMission #ADVFoundation #SightRestoration #Philanthropy #MakeAnImpact #VolunteerAbroad

We are officially counting down to our high-volume surgical deployment to Tiddas and Moulay Bouazza, Morocco (June 8–13, 2026). Our team is prepping, the supplies are being staged, and our goal is set: bringing life-changing care to hundreds of patients. At ADVF + VII, we know that $150 is more than just the cost of a medical procedure. It is the exact cost of giving someone their life, dignity, and future back. We are actively raising funds to ensure we can reach every possible patient during this mission. Want to be part of the solution? Hit the link in our bio to fund a surgery today, or explore ways to join our mission on the ground! #MoroccoMission #ADVFoundation #RestoreSight #VisionCare #EndBlindness #MakeAnImpact #Charity

MOROCCO 2026 IS OFFICIAL! 🇲🇦 Deployment Plan: June 8–13, 2026 Location: Tiddas and Moulay Bouazza, Morocco Goal: Serving Hundreds of Patients in Need Needed: 5 Surgeons & 10 Volunteers Impact: $150 = 1 Life Restored We are scaling impact and changing lives forever. Whether you want to join us on the ground or fund a surgery from home, your participation makes it possible. Hit the link in our bio to apply to volunteer, or fund a surgery today! #MoroccoMission #ADVFoundation #RestoreSight #MedicalVolunteer #Charity #Philanthropy #MakeAnImpact