Cornea Transplant Recipient Louis Almeida

While on a break from a construction site one sunny afternoon in Quito, Ecuador, a young stone mason shared his story of vision impairment with two brothers, and as a result his life has been changed forever.
 
Through a collaboration of good will, the Cornea Research Foundation of America, in partnership with the Indiana Lions Eye and Tissue Transplant Bank, Quito Barrio Outreach, an organization that supports poor communities in Quito, Ecuador and several generous church groups in Illinois, Luis Almeida has regained the gift of sight.  Read more...

Also read past news articles:

• 2010 U.S. Transplant Games
• Flags Across America Awards Presented
• Rose Bowl Parade
• St. Catherine Nurse Grateful for the Gift of Sight
• St. Anthony National Donor Sabbath

Celebrating 50 Years of Service!

In 2010, the ILETTB released 1,861 corneas for transplant.

The Indiana Lions Eye & Tissue Transplant Bank is a non-profit corporation committed to helping those in need of eye & tissue transplantations.

We are the largest eye bank in the state and have been providing eye tissue for transplant since 1959.

A State Project of the Lions of Indiana, we are headquartered in Indianapolis with satellite office locations throughout the state providing a full range of transplant services.

Every year, with the assistance of our dedicated partners we help countless people regain their sight.