Conexus Gift of Light campaign brings clear vision to Hopewell students

HOPEWELL, Va. (WRIC) -- It was a special day for several students in Hopewell this past Monday, as some were getting their first pair of glasses and could see clearly for the first time. This was made possible by the Conexus Gift of Light campaign, which provides eye exams and glasses to kids in need across Virginia. "So today we're here in Hopewell, we are dispensing glasses," said Communications Director for Conexus Jeff Baldwin. "It's always a great day for Conexus to get out here after our mobile clinic is completed, couple weeks later we come back out and we dispense the glasses, this is our first time ever in Hopewell with our clinic and we couldn't be more excited." Over the past six years, Conexus has seen its research grow from Petersburg and Chesterfield to over 50 counties and cities across the commonwealth. PREVIOUSLY: Student diagnosed with amblyopia by Conexus in 2007 is now graduating college Lavon Dixon -- communication specialist for Hopewell City Public Schools -- told 8News she is thankful for the partnership with Conexus because she understands what this means for the students in Hopewell. "It makes a total difference that you can see the trees differently," Dixon said. "You can see the board differently, you can see your work and your homework." For more information about the Gift of Light campaign and how to donate to the cause, visit this page on the 8News website.