No Child Left Behind: Vision for All

Driven by a Mother's Story, Dedicated to Ending Preventable Blindness in Tanzania

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About Us

Macho Vision Foundation was founded by Judith Mollel, a mother, activist, and survivor of a harrowing experience with her firstborn son, Abelardo, with Coats Disease which is uncommon eye ailment in children. [Read Abelardo’s Story →] (https://knowtheglow.org/abels-glow-story/). Following months of inordinate delays, misdiagnoses, and expensive treatment overseas, Judith realized the systemic deficit in Tanzania in pediatric eye care. From this came the inspiration that no other child should suffer from delayed diagnosis or a lack of resources. Since then, the foundation has been a beacon of hope, striving to make a difference in the lives of children and families impacted by eye diseases and related challenges.

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Key Objectives

  • Raise awareness about Retinoblastoma, and other eye-related problems through public speaking, social media, and public gatherings.
  • Conduct vision screening programs so that early detection is enhanced and blindness is prevented.
  • Ensure children and families, particularly in rural communities, easy access early medical eye treatment.
  • Advocating for availability of primary eye examination at level of mother and baby clinic.
  • Promote the rights and dignity of children with disabilities to be safe from violence and discrimination.
  • Promote inclusive policies and programs that enhance the quality of life for children and young people with disabilities.
  • Foster children’s and adolescents’ mental health awareness and wellness, providing free mental health counseling sessions to help them cope with complications of vision impairment and disability.
  • Research to enhance the understanding of the etiology of eye disease and mental illness affecting children, providing significant data towards developing improved care and treatment options.
  • Investigate cures or treatments for eye ailments to prevent more suffering.

Our Achievements

Awareness Raising

Through social media sites, radio interviews, and canvassing at community gatherings, the Macho Vision Foundation has reached out to thousands of families and educated them on the importance of eye health and Retinoblastoma and other eye condition symptoms.

Fundraising & Support

Raised donations by the community to cover lifesaving treatment to 94 children between 2023 and 2024 for families that cannot afford treatments to ensure they receive medical procedures, including surgeries.

Supporting Remote Communities

Facilitated smoother access to healthcare for rural children by breaking down transport barriers and providing logistical support for smooth delivery of treatment.

Encouraging Mental Health

Provided free-of-charge mental health sessions to children and teenagers to address their emotional wellbeing, especially for those with special needs.

Free Screening Programs

Mass Community Event – Maasai Tourism Festival (2025) Collaborated with Maa Media to integrate tourism, health, and culture. Partnered with SKYGEN International Foundation to give away 2,000 glasses Free eye screenings and Medicine. On this event we managed to Served 450+ participants in 2 days [View the Event Highlights – Day 1] (http://youtu.be/uS_69EkChYI?si=gTg_CwfT6YvD5Slk) and [Day 2 – We Don't Let Rain Stop Us] (https://youtu.be/xBcqTfwJ4Uc?si=8Yl8g2oiSeXdQ40Y)

What We Do

  • Social Media Campaigns (3 times a week)
  • School and Community Awareness Programs
  • Mobile Clinics for rural areas
  • One-on-One Family Support for access and medical referrals
  • Media Engagements (radio, TV, YouTube)
  • Public Speaking & Workshops
  • End-of-Year Giving Campaigns
  • Research and Data Collection
  • Sharing hope stories.

Partnerships, Collaboration & Awards

Know the Glow (USA) Tanzania Ambassador (since 2023): Macho Vision Foundation Founder is proud to represent the Know the Glow initiative, an American non-profit organization with a mission to prevent childhood blindness all over the world.

Leadership Training & Recognition: We were recognized as change-makers in 2024 and awarded a leadership certificate after completing the seven-month Young Citizen Forum training established by the Friedrich Ebert Stiftung Organization successfully in Dar es salaam and Zanzibar.

SKYGEN International Foundation
Maa Media
Government Hospitals (Muhimbili, CCBRT, KCMC and Mwananyamala Hospitals)
Local Clinics, Churches, and Schools

Call To Action

Macho Vision Foundation believes that vision is a precious gem, and we are committed to ensuring no family or child in Tanzania suffers in vain. But without your support, we cannot do it. Your support will enable us to undertake life-changing programs towards preventing blindness, offer inclusive opportunities to disabled children, bring mobile care to underserved locations, and build institution for blind children to acquire knowledge, grow, and ensure each child has access to the attention they deserve. We invite you to support our work—financially through donations, volunteering, or through public awareness.

Together, we can make a lasting difference in the lives of Tanzania’s community.

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