Over 1,200 pairs of glasses for those in need: Nittenauer Initiative helps worldwide

Over 1,200 pairs of glasses for those in need: Nittenauer Initiative helps worldwide

The Nittenau city library carried out a successful glasses collection campaign. Over 1,200 pairs of glasses were collected for a good cause. This initiative aims to improve access to visual aids for people in developing countries.

Cooperation with LETLIFERS for future e.V.

The campaign was organized in collaboration with the non-profit association LETLIFERS for future e.V. This association supports those in need in Gambia and Nigeria. On October 29, 2024, the collected glasses were delivered to the chairwomanBettina Laßlebenhanded over. A total of 1,210 pairs of glasses, including sunglasses and regular glasses, were dropped off at the city library. The library team is pleased about the large participation: “We are very proud that the people of Nittenau are making such a big contribution.”

Preparation for shipping

The glasses will now be taken to the Shipping Center in Düsseldorf. There they are prepared for the overseas container to Gambia. In Gambia, the glasses are distributed to children, young people and adults in need. However, before distribution, the glasses must be cleaned, measured and processed.Bettina Laßlebenexplains: "Poverty is great and few have any prospects. With this campaign we can not only support people with visual aids, but also offer many jobs."

The organizers of the Nittenau city library and the association would like to thank everyone who contributed to the glasses collection campaign. Every pair of glasses means a new chance for a better life for someone.