Kobe Li is an emerging leader and Co-Founder of 20/20 Mission, a British Columbia-based nonprofit dedicated to improving access to vision care worldwide while engaging youth in meaningful community action. What began as a student-led initiative, inspired by his own experience with high myopia, has grown into a province-wide effort connecting schools, volunteers, and healthcare partners.
Through 20/20 Mission, more than 8,000 pairs of eyeglasses have been collected and redistributed to underserved communities through partnerships with optometry clinics and service organizations in Canada and internationally. Kobe has developed efficient collection systems, quality control processes, and distribution networks to ensure donated eyewear reaches those who need it most. He has also established student-led clubs in secondary schools, fostering awareness of global vision inequity while empowering youth to lead donation drives, collaborate with local partners, and build leadership skills.
Kobe continues to cultivate a growing network of volunteers across BC and Canada. His work reflects a commitment to practical, sustainable, and equitable solutions that expand access to essential vision care while equipping young people to become leaders in social impact. In 2025, Kobe was recognized with the Terry Fox Humanitarian Award.
