National Gratitude Month: Honoring the Gift of Vision and the Zenni Community

As the leaves change and we enter the season of thanks, November brings a timely reminder to focus on what truly enriches our lives. Here at Zenni, National Gratitude Month is more than just a date on the calendar—it’s a celebration of the everyday moments made possible through clear vision and a heartfelt thank you to our customers, communities, and partners who share in our mission. For everyone who values brands that give back, support real causes, and lead with authenticity, this is your month to shine alongside us.

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Seeing Clearly, Living Fully: The Power of Vision

It’s often said that gratitude transforms ordinary days into blessings. At Zenni, we believe clear sight is one of those everyday miracles. From reading bedtime stories to loved ones, seeing a grandchild’s smile, getting behind the wheel, or spotting your team’s winning goal, vision lets us experience life’s richest moments.

Zenni’s mission is to make better sight accessible to everyone. In a world that often feels rushed, we’re grateful for every opportunity to slow down and give thanks for the transformative power of vision.

Giving Thanks By Giving Back: Zenni’s Impact, Powered by You

Gratitude isn’t just an attitude—it’s an action. Each year, Zenni directs resources, eyewear, and energy into Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives that reflect our commitment to real impact.

Since our founding, Zenni has donated more than 2.3 million pairs of glasses worldwide. Our customers and partners, through purchases and community collaboration, help us reach children who are seeing the classroom chalkboard clearly for the first time, seniors rejoining community life, and families able to care for one another’s needs. Each donated pair is a thank you to those who trust Zenni and a gift of opportunity for those in need.

Our favorite stories come from you—the teacher who noticed a child shining in class with their first pair of glasses, or the grandparent amazed at seeing holiday lights in crisp colors again. We’re thankful for these moments and honored to play a role in so many journeys to clearer vision.

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Partners in Gratitude: Expanding Our Mission

Real, lasting impact flourishes through partnership. This National Gratitude Month, we highlight the organizations that turn Zenni’s vision into a collective movement:

Bring Change to Mind:

Mental health is vision health. Through our CSR partnership, Zenni funds youth mental health outreach and awareness campaigns—because kids thrive with both clear vision and emotional support. National Gratitude Month is the perfect time to shine a light on the schools and families helped through these programs.

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital:

No child should be denied care or hope. For September, Zenni and its loyalty members donated to support St. Jude, whose mission aligns with Zenni’s—ensuring all children have a bright, healthy, and hope-filled tomorrow.

Columbus Crew, Wender Weiss Foundation For Children, Community Goods, and Many More:

Zenni continues to partner with professional sports teams and local non-profits, offering vision screenings, education, and free eyewear to students and families nationwide. Together, we support the moments that matter—on the field, in the classroom, and at home.

Tips for Spreading Gratitude and Good Vision in November

• Have Your Eyes Checked: Schedule a comprehensive eye exam for you and your family. Good vision care isn’t only about sight; it’s about preventing issues early and supporting overall wellness.
• Explore Glasses That Give Back: Consider frames like Zenni’s EcoBloomz™ collection for sustainability or support our mission of vision access by donating to one of our nonprofit partners.
• Practice the 20-20-20 Rule: Protect your eyes during long periods of work or screen time by taking a 20-second break to focus on something 20 feet away every 20 minutes. Pair this habit with Blokz® blue-light-blocking lenses for extra eye safety.
• Say Thank You: Use this season as a reminder to thank those who’ve made a difference in your life, whether it’s a teacher, mentor, friend, or organization you care about.

Moving Forward: Together with Thanks

National Gratitude Month is both a celebration and a renewal of our vow: to make better sight (and its everyday joys) accessible to everyone who needs it. As we honor our customers, partners, and community, we look forward to even more moments of giving back, building trust, and changing lives—one frame at a time.

Thank you for letting us be a part of your world. Thanks for your loyalty, your stories, your support, and your vision. Here’s to another year of seeing more, living more, and giving more—together.

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