Retrospecced Donates £777 to The Raven Trust to Fund Cataract Surgery Travel for Rural Patients in Malawi
At Retrospecced, giving back has always been at the heart of what we do. Thanks to the incredible support of our customers, we are delighted to announce our latest charitable contribution: a £777.00 donation to The Raven Trust, a UK charity working tirelessly to support eye healthcare services in Malawi.
This donation is more than just a number, it represents sight restored, independence regained and lives transformed. And it would not have been possible without every person who has chosen to buy or recycle their glasses through Retrospecced.
Helping Over 70 Patients Access Cataract Surgery
The Raven Trust recently received a request from one of the rural clinics it supports in Malawi. Although a government hospital approximately 40 miles away has just begun offering regular cataract surgery services, many local patients simply cannot afford the travel required to access this life-changing treatment.
Our £777 donation is funding transport for more than 70 patients in need of cataract surgery - people for whom restored eyesight means returning to work, caring for family and re-entering community life.
For many rural Malawians, cataracts are not just a medical issue; they can be the difference between independence and lifelong disability. We are honoured to play a small part in improving access to essential eye care.
Why Your Support Makes This Possible
Every time someone purchases a pair of our upcycled vintage or pre-loved frames, or takes part in our glasses recycling scheme, they're helping us support global eye-care initiatives like this one.
Retrospecced exists not only to reduce waste in the eyewear industry, but also to create a sustainable cycle of giving. By choosing sustainable eyewear, our customers directly contribute to improving health for communities around the world - including Malawi.
Our Recycle & Donate Scheme: Giving Glasses a Second Life
As part of our ongoing commitment to both sustainability and social impact, Retrospecced runs a Recycle & Donate Scheme that allows customers to send us their old or unused glasses and sunglasses.
This programme plays a vital role in reducing landfill waste and supporting eye-care charities. Some of the frames and lenses we receive are refurbished and rehomed, while others are donated onwards - including shipments to Malawi through partner organisations. These glasses help to equip clinics and support local patients who otherwise would not have access to suitable eyewear.
By donating your unwanted spectacles, you are:
- Reducing waste in the UK
- Supporting ethical eyewear practices
- Helping vulnerable communities access eyecare
- Contributing to charitable donations like our recent support of The Raven Trust
It's a simple act with powerful global impact.
Ethical Eyewear That Changes Lives
From funding cataract surgery travel to providing recycled glasses to clinics, Retrospecced customers are supporting fashion and life-changing medical care.
As a UK based business, we're committed to ensuring that every purchase and every recycled pair of glasses contributes to something bigger.
A Huge Thank You From the Retrospecced Team
To everyone who has shopped with us, donated frames or shared our mission - thank you. Your support continues to help us reduce eyewear waste and bring clearer vision to communities across Malawi.
If you'd like to lear more about our recycling programme or join the movement toward ethical sustainable eyewear, visit our Recycle & Donate page or explore our collection of beautifully restored vintage and designer glasses.
Together, we are creating better sight, less waste, and more impact - one pair of glasses at a time.