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Local missions is that element of FCO, International concerned with helping optometrists and other eye care workers witness effectively in the workplace and among associates and co-workers. For this purpose, vision-related gospel tracts, brochures, and other ministry tools have been developed and made available. A description and cost of these items can be obtained by emailing fcoint@windstream.net.

FCO maintains a center for the logistical support of eye care missions, where opthalmic instruments, equipment, and supplies are stored for use on the mission field. Monetary contributions to FCO eye care mission projects are welcome. For information about this area of ministry, contact Dr. Joe Claudy at Jmclaudy@embarqmail.com or at (317)535-9140.

FCO is an affiliate of MedSend. Graduating optometry students who wish to work full time in the Christian eye care mission field through FCO, but are hindered by student loans, can apply for help through MedSend. If approved, during the time when the health-care provider is working full time on the mission field, student loan payments will be paid for through a MedSend grant.

FCO is a resource of mission-minded optometrists, many of whom are able to participate in overseas eye care mission projects. There is no shortage of opportunities for optometrists to become involved in mission work. FCO frequently receives requests for people to go to foreign countries for this purpose, some for as little as a week and others for weeks or even months. One of the challenges for FCO is to help meet the tremendous need for optometric eyecare services around the world.