Solar eclipse: How to donate or recycle your eclipse glasses [Video]

WASHINGTON — The total solar eclipse brought a chilly, midday darkness across North America on Monday, captivating millions of eagle-eyed spectators. 

Eclipse mania gripped all of Mexico, the U.S. and Canada, as the moon swept in front of the sun, blotting out daylight. Solar eclipse glasses were at hand for many folks in the front seat of the celestial event, granting a safe way of viewing the solar eclipse. 

How to donate your eclipse glasses

One option is to donate your eclipse glasses, allowing someone else in other parts of the world to safely view the rare celestial occurrence. 

Astronomers Without Borders has been sending donated solar eclipse glasses to people who may not have a safe way to view an eclipse since 2008, according to the group.The organization has sent tens of thousands of eclipse glasses to South America, Asia …