Partnering with organizations like VisionSpring , Warby Parker trains individuals in low-income communities to perform basic eye exams and sell affordable glasses, creating sustainable local jobs.

As of 2026, has distributed over 25 million pairs of glasses to people in need through its Buy a Pair, Give a Pair program. This initiative ensures that for every pair of glasses or sunglasses purchased, one pair is provided to someone who lacks access to vision care. Key Impact Metrics

The program operates in more than 80 countries .

For students, receiving glasses can be equivalent to adding two to four months of additional schooling in a single year. Primary Programs & Partners The initiative operates through two main models:

Launched in 2015, this program provides free screenings, exams, and glasses directly to schoolchildren in over 40 U.S. cities. To date, it has served over 350,000 students .

Access to reading glasses in low-income communities can increase productivity by up to 32% and boost monthly income by 33% .