Vision Screening Through the Years

Since 2000, Iowa KidSight volunteers have helped over 800,000 children in each of the state’s 99 counties through a partnership between the Lions Club of Iowa and the University of Iowa Health Care, Department of Ophthalmology and Vision Sciences. Lions Club volunteers visit local daycares and preschools where they perform the free, voluntary vision screenings using specialized digital cameras. The images are then interpreted by a UI Ophthalmology specialist for issues like farsightedness, nearsightedness, cataracts, muscle imbalances, and astigmatisms.  

Informational Videos

"How Do You (really) Know"

Many children with vision issues don’t realize they’re seeing the world differently—and parents may not notice the signs right away. Early detection is key to protecting your child’s sight and supporting their development.

Iowa KidSight - How Do You (really) Know?

25 Years of FREE Vision Screening bringing clear vision and smiles to children across Iowa.

25 Years of Iowa KidSight