The funds raised through Orbis Ireland, support a comprehensive eye care project in southern Ethiopia
Ireland
Ethiopia
In 2020, despite pandemic restrictions, Orbis Ireland funded the delivery of:
921,471 antibiotic doses for trachoma control.
11,652 eye screenings, 79% of which were for children
1,031 eye care surgeries, including cataract and trachomatous trichiasis surgeries
2,369 eye health worker training sessions
Total income: €585,277585,277
Despite financial slowdowns, we still:
Raised €29,417 from generous companies and major donors across Ireland
Raised €314,219 from events and public appeals
Received €220,200 from Department of Foreign Affairs, Irish Aid
Received 9% of income from online channels, including new virtual events and initiatives
We are exceedingly grateful to...
Our 2727 monthly regular donors
The 2626 loyal companies who donated and participated in events and initiatives
the 3434 people who took part in our new virtual event - Swim4Sight
As a percentage of total income
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Statutory Funding 38%
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Corporate partners 5%
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Individual donations and regular donors 10%
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Events 43%
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Government Assistance 4%
