Vision Health Center

We proudly marked a major milestone with the official groundbreaking of the Vision Health Center in Ybor City on December 19, 2026. This moment was made possible by the generosity and commitment of our early and lead supporters. To those who believed in this vision from the beginning—thank you. Your investment brought us to this historic day.

Scheduled to open in 2027, the 30,000-square-foot Vision Health Center will bring comprehensive vision services together under one roof, including screenings, diagnostics, treatment, and community-based programs. Designed to close critical gaps in care, the Center will serve children, families, and individuals who too often face barriers to accessing essential vision health services.

The Vision Health Center is a $16 million project. While we have made significant progress, $2.5 million remains to be raised to fully bring this vision to life and ensure the Center opens equipped to serve thousands of people each year.

This project is more than a building—it is a long-term investment in learning, independence, and opportunity. If the stories shared at our groundbreaking resonated with you—if you believe in removing barriers to care and creating a future where children can learn, families can thrive, and vision health is accessible—we invite you to help us get across the finish line.

Support at this stage—whether through a financial contribution, a partnership, or an introduction—will directly impact our ability to open the Vision Health Center and sustain its services for generations to come.

To learn more about giving opportunities or to discuss how you can be part of this transformational project, please contact The Foundation Team, at 813-289-1200 or Foundation@LWVI.org.

Download our case for support.

Together, we are building a future where everyone can see—and thrive.