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GENUSEE - Eyewear made in Flint from recycled water bottles

Created by GENUSEE

Sustainable eyewear made from recycled plastic water bottles in Flint, Michigan. Be the change you want to see.

Latest Updates from Our Project:

Backerkit Surveys are due TOMORROW
over 5 years ago – Thu, Aug 09, 2018 at 05:28:25 PM

Hey Change Makers!

We need your Backerkit surveys completed by tomorrow. 

The purpose of the Backerkit survey: this is where you select your frame color, lens types, submit your shipping information. We need these so we have SKU counts for production because we are getting ready to injection mold our parts. 

If you are ordering prescription glasses and don't have your prescription yet you still need to fill out the Backerkit survey before Friday and you can submit your prescription to us at a later date. 

You can submit your prescription via THIS SECURE FORM or email it to us at [email protected]

If you need help completing your Backerkit survey, have not received it, or have any questions please email [email protected] or message us directly. 

Thank you all so so much for your early support & we look forward to seeing you in your Genusee glasses soon :)

We have a surprise for you!
over 5 years ago – Fri, Jul 20, 2018 at 04:12:23 PM

This week we reached our Indiegogo goal - and as a thank you for all of the support we have received in launching Genusee we will be including a FREE Multi-Use Case with every order for both our Kickstarter and Indiegogo Backers. 

Our Multi-Use Case was designed with the intention of not just sitting on your shelf but to help reduce consumption of single-use plastic. The case is also made from food-grade rPET and has a water tight seal. So you can say “No” to single-use water bottles and to-go cups. Use the Genusee case to store your eyeglasses, as a water bottle, or container for your favorite on-the-go green juice. It is our way of trying to help you towards living a zero-waste life.

REMINDER: Backerkit surveys are due August 11th! 

Please keep an eye out in your inbox for your Backerkit survey to choose your frame color, lenses, and any upgrades. You also have the option to upgrade your pledge level and add on additional frames. Orders will be shipping early December and sunglasses make for a great Christmas present so add on a pair to gift your BFF. 

If you are ordering prescription lenses please ALSO fill out this form here with your prescription information: https://goo.gl/forms/MUKceEoaJKKtVuIH3

If you have any questions please reach out to our team at [email protected]

Backerkit Surveys have been sent!
over 5 years ago – Wed, Jul 11, 2018 at 04:56:59 PM

Please keep an eye out in your inbox for your Backerkit survey to choose your frame color, lenses, and any upgrades. 

You also have the option to upgrade your pledge level and add on additional frames. Orders will be shipping early December and sunglasses make for a great Christmas present. 

If you are ordering prescription lenses please fill out this form here with your prescription information: https://goo.gl/forms/MUKceEoaJKKtVuIH3

If you have any questions please reach out to our team at [email protected]

We have 7 days left to meet our Indiegogo goal - if we reach our goal we will be including a FREE Multi-Use case with all orders for our Kickstarter & Indiegogo backers. Please share the Indiegogo campaign with your friends and family and encourage them join us on the journey to #BeTheChange by ordering a pair of glasses! CLICK HERE 

Backerkit Surveys ARE On Their Way!
over 5 years ago – Mon, Jul 09, 2018 at 08:01:52 PM

Keep An Eye Out... 

This week you will be receiving your Backerkit surveys!

Why has it taken so long?

1. We have been working with our optical lab negotiating the best prices for prescription lenses for those of our backers who are wanting upgrades on their prescription lenses. We are really excited to be able to offer High Index Lenses, Prescription Sunglasses, Polarized Sunglasses, Blue Light Filter Computer Lenses, and Progressives at VERY competitive costs compared to many optical chains. 

2. As we promised during the campaign will be shipping your orders December 2018 - and for our backers ordering prescription glasses it made more sense to request prescriptions closer to ship date in December. We cannot fill expired prescriptions. If we collect prescriptions in July that expire before December - this creates logistical road blocks and we will need to go back out to those backers to get a valid prescription before shipping their order. We wanted to avoid this. 

3. After deciding to use Backerkit for fulfillment we have realized it was not as customizable for something like prescription eyewear. We cannot actually collect prescription information through Backerkit's platform. We will still be using it to collect shipping information for fulfillment, frame color and lenses selections, as well as any additional add on lens upgrades and processing. Tomorrow we are walking through the final edit of the survey with Backerkit's team to make sure everything is integrated for fulfillment and then your survey's will be on their way to you! 

We have come up with a solution that will work for everyone!

Backerkit surveys will go out this week. You will be able to choose your frame color and any additional lens upgrades.  

For those of our backers who are ordering prescription lenses - you will find a link included in the Backerkit survey where you can securely enter your prescription information in a secure and separate form. If you already have a valid prescription and want to get started entering that information you can find a link to the form HERE. (*This is only necessary if you are ordering prescription lenses) You can also go back and edit this form, as well as upload a digital copy of your prescription, which makes it ideal for everyone.

Production is right on schedule and we promise to keep you updated if anything about our timeline changes. 

Be The Change, 
-Team Genusee

Where is my backer survey?
almost 6 years ago – Thu, Jun 14, 2018 at 08:31:58 PM

Hi Change Makers!

We have received a few questions asking for when you will be receiving your backer surveys to choose your frame color and lenses. 

You can expect your surveys in the next few weeks - we have been working on negotiating the best costing on all of our specialty and add-on lens options and want to make sure we are able to offer you the best prices for those who need upgraded prescription lenses. We haven't wanted to send out surveys until we have confirmed we can offer you the best prices. 

As a reminder at no additional cost all Genusee frames come with a standard index single vision prescription lens OR readers OR clear non-prescription plano lens OR non-prescription UV tinted sun lens.

Additionally we will be offering lens upgrades at a competitive cost for the following:
- High Index Lenses (best for those with strong prescriptions)
- Prescription Sunglasses
- Polarized Sunglasses
- Blue Light Filter Lenses (prescription & non-prescription)
- Progressives

In the meantime if you are wanting prescription glasses please make sure you have your current prescription available - and if not, call your local optometrist for an eye exam. 

*If you have a "PRISM" on your prescription we recommend that you just order the frames and have your lenses done at your local optometrist. 

We are on track with production and you can continue to expect your Genusee frames to be delivered December 2018.

Best, 
Team Genusee