Foundation Fighting Blindness

11/18/2025

🎉 Last Chance! Save 10% on United in Vision 2026 — ends tomorrow!

Register by November 19, 2025, to join advocates, researchers, and changemakers June 12–13 in Fort Worth, TX. Hear from top vision researchers and experts on adapting & thriving with vision loss.

Register for United in Vision 2026 before it’s too late: https://bit.ly/4lxn3PL

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United in Vision 2026 conference unites two prestigious events - the Foundation Fighting Blindness VISIONS conference and the Retina International World Congress - into one extraordinary global gathering.

11/17/2025

This week, we're shining a Spotlight on Bardet-Biedl syndrome (BBS)! 👁️‍🗨️

Meet Zachary Lovell. For years, Zach lived with vision loss that didn’t have a complete explanation — until genetic testing changed everything. Learning he had BBS connected decades of health challenges and brought clarity for him and his family. And today, that pivotal diagnosis inspires how he plans for the future.

Read Zach’s full Beacon Story on our website at: https://bit.ly/4nW5ZDZ

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For years, Zach Lovell lived with vision loss that didn’t have a complete explanation. Genetic testing through the Foundation’s My Retina Tracker® Program revealed he had Bardet-Biedl syndrome (BBS), finally connecting decades of health challenges and bringing long-awaited clarity to him and hi...

11/15/2025

Philanthropy powers every step forward— from funding early-stage research to advancing clinical trials that bring new treatments and cures to life.

This , we’re celebrating the generosity that makes scientific discovery possible. Together, we’re turning hope into progress. 💙

Learn how by previewing our Science Strategic Plan: www.FightingBlindness.org/science-strategic-plan

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The fiscal year 2025-2029 Science Strategic Plan is developed with a single, overarching goal: To drive research projects and activities to overcome barriers to translating preclinical research into clinical trials for individuals affected by inherited retinal diseases and dry AMD.

11/14/2025

In this latest episode of the Eye on the Cure podcast, Paralympic runner Greta Streimikyte joins host Ben Shaberman to share her journey growing up with vision loss from retinopathy of prematurity and how she found purpose and power through competitive running.

A two-time European champion and three-time Paralympian, Greta’s story is one of resilience, focus, and breaking barriers—on and off the track.

🎧 Tune in and share this inspiring conversation at: https://bit.ly/47CFL4A

This episode of Eye on the Cure is sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim.

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11/13/2025

Today we celebrate Genetic Counselor Awareness Day—a time to recognize the experts who help individuals and families understand their genetic information and navigate the path forward.

In this episode of a Glimpse with Glaze, Emily Place, a genetic counselor at Mass Eye and Ear, shares how she supports people living with inherited retinal diseases—serving as an educator, guide, and partner in interpreting genetic results and next steps for care.

Watch now to learn more about how meeting with a genetic counselor brings clarity to complex results. And learn more about genetic testing with our My Retina Tracker® Program at: www.FightingBlindness.org/my-retina-tracker-registry

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11/11/2025

Save the Date! is coming December 2 — a day when generosity powers real progress.

At the Foundation Fighting Blindness, research moves us forward, and your support keeps it going — funding breakthroughs and bringing us closer to more treatments and cures for blinding diseases.

Mark your calendar and be part of making progress that lasts far beyond one day.
https://bit.ly/4hPDsyy

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11/10/2025

They share their stories. They raise awareness. They inspire action. 💛

Meet the Foundation Fighting Blindness Brand Ambassadors! Their passion and advocacy are helping to accelerate our mission to drive research, hope, and progress for people with blinding diseases.

Get to know our ambassadors at: www.FightingBlindness.org/about/brandambassadors

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11/07/2025

What a finish! 🎉 Our fall VisionWalk season wrapped up strong in San Diego and Pittsburgh, where more than 400 walkers came together to raise over $120,000 for sight-saving research driving treatments and cures.

Huge thanks to everyone who walked, fundraised, and cheered us on for these last VisionWalks— and to our sponsors, Everett & Hurite Eye Care Specialists and UPMC Vision Institute.

The season may be over, but our mission continues. 💪 Learn more at VisionWalk.org.

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11/06/2025

We’re thrilled to announce our Fall 2025 VisionWalk Registration Challenge winner — Laura Dattner of Team Gold from the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky VisionWalk! 🎉 Laura will be heading to United in Vision 2026 in Fort Worth, TX, with two complimentary tickets.

Thank you to everyone who participated and continues to walk, give, and fundraise for our VisionWalks. Together, we’re taking important steps and driving progress toward treatments and cures for blinding diseases.

Keep the momentum going — there’s still time to support your local VisionWalk at: www.VisionWalk.org

Video Description: Tim Smith, chapter president of the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Chapter, talking directly to the camera discussing his involvement with VisionWalk and announcing the Fall VisionWalk Challenge winner.

11/05/2025

🎉 Flash Sale Alert! Save 10% on your United in Vision 2026 registration now through November 19, 2025.

Join us June 12–13 in Fort Worth, TX, as advocates, researchers, and changemakers unite in our mission for blinding diseases.

Many of our session speakers are now confirmed, so you’ll get the chance to hear from leaders shaping the future of vision research as well as experts sharing practical strategies for adapting and thriving in daily life with vision loss.

Don’t miss out — register today at: https://bit.ly/4lxn3PL

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11/04/2025

is here! This week, Hadley and the Foundation Fighting Blindness show you how to enlarge text on your Android smartphone, making reading, messaging, and everyday use easier for anyone with vision loss.

Watch the video to see how simple tech tweaks can make life more accessible!

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11/03/2025

The stories shared through reminded us that while Blindness Awareness Month has ended, our mission never does.

Your voices and videos inspired thousands—breaking down misconceptions and showing the strength of our community. Together, we’re driving progress toward treatments, cures, and a brighter future for all.

Keep sharing your stories at www.FightingBlindness.org/ShareYourVision

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