For nearly 30 years now, the Fred Hollows Foundation has been striving to restore sight to people around the world.
And this Christmas, they are urging Kiwis to help the Pacific.
Four out of five blind people in the Pacific could be helped with just a small operation if only people are willing to help.
Kiwi chef and Fred Hollows supporter Michael Meredith spoke to The AM Show.
Watch the video.