Lions Clubs collect eyeglasses through their "Lions Recycle For Sight" program to address the global need for vision correction, particularly in developing nations, by providing eyeglasses to those who cannot afford them. 

Here's a more detailed explanation:

The Problem:

Millions of people worldwide, especially in low and middle-income countries, lack access to basic eye care services, leaving many with uncorrected vision problems. 

The Lions Clubs Solution:

The "Lions Recycle For Sight" program aims to address this issue by collecting used eyeglasses, sunglasses, and other eyewear from communities and distributing them to those in need through medical missions and other humanitarian efforts. 

How it Works:

Collection: Lions Clubs establish collection bins in various locations, including libraries, doctors' offices, schools, and retail stores, to gather used eyeglasses. 

Sorting and Processing: Donated glasses are sent to Lions Eyeglass Recycling Centers where volunteers sort, clean, and determine the prescription strength of the glasses. 

Distribution: The recycled glasses are then packaged and distributed to developing nations through medical missions, where Lion volunteers and eye care professionals screen individuals and provide them with free eyeglasses. 

Bring your eye glasses to the Otsego Prairie Center. Inside both front doors, there is a wooden box on the wall to the left. 

8899 Nashua Avenue NE, Otsego, MN 55330