Optics Laboratory Donates Product Profits to AmeriCares, Camp AmeriKidsAmeriCares Foundation Optics Laboratory, Inc., an eye-care products manufacturer based in El Monte, CA, announced it will donate consumer-targeted net proceeds to the AmeriCares Foundation and its Camp AmeriKids in a four-month charity drive for HIV/AIDS children and others. Customers can request their purchases be directed to the special fund through March 8, 2003. The company is giving the fund all profits for Optics Laboratory over-the-counter eye drops and other donated eye-care products as requested by customers at the time of purchase. The first $25,000 in proceeds goes to the Camp AmeriKids program that offers a no-cost retreat for children with HIV/AIDS and a respite for their caregiver families. Additional profits from donated products go to the AmeriCares Foundation to help with its international disaster relief and aid projects.  Optics Laboratory President Patricia Chiu said: "We were drawn to AmeriCares because its AIDS camp nurtures children who are often overlooked by society and youth are the future of our community. The foundation's other aid programs also contribute to the health and well being of our world. Since we deliver products that help improve the quality of people's lives, the program was a natural fit." Laurie Fogarty, AmeriCares products account manager, said: "Optics Laboratory has been generous in the way they've set up this program because all profits from their gift will go directly to our services, a compelling approach compared to other consumer programs that donate only a percentage of each sale.
Optics Laboratory is proving it is committed to community wellness as it reaches out to help create a healthier world." To designate purchases for the program, consumers need to order directly from Optics Laboratory by phone at 1 800 968-6788 or at any of the company's branded eye-care product Web sites: www.minidrops.com, www.ocufresh.ws, www.eye-cept.com, or www.eye-vibe.com. When ordering online, customers need to enter "CARE" in the coupon code section of the shopping cart before checking out. Camp AmeriKids provides a traditional camping experience for children ages 6 to 13 who are living with HIV/AIDS and other life-threatening illnesses while providing a respite for their families. Information on the camp is available at www.campamerikids.org and on the AmeriCares Foundation at www.americares.org. Optics Laboratory, Inc. was established in March of 1998 to integrate advanced optical science and technology. It develops products that remedy common vision disorders and promote well-being. The company is focused on helping people see and feel better, improving their lives. Company and product information can be found at www.opticslab.com. MiniDrops,™, Eye-Cept,™ and OcuFresh,™ are trademarks and Eye-Vibe® is a registered trademark of Optics Laboratory, Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective companies.
For more information, or to contact AmeriCares Foundation, see their website at: www.americares.org |
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