Arizona Center for The Blind and Visually Impaired

08/22/2025

🌟 ACBVI Adventures: Reaching New Heights! 🌟

Our community took on an exciting challenge—indoor rock climbing! With harnesses strapped in and encouragement all around, our clients who are blind and visually impaired showed that determination knows no limits.

From the first step on the wall to the cheers echoing across the gym, this day wasn’t just about climbing—it was about confidence, teamwork, and proving that nothing can hold you back from adventure. 💪🧗

At ACBVI, we believe every experience is an opportunity to grow stronger, braver, and more connected. Thank you to our amazing volunteers and partners who make these unforgettable moments possible.

👉 Together, we rise. Together, we climb.

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08/12/2025

The Next Generation of Changemakers! At the start of the summer, three brothers came up with an idea during bedtime stories — they wanted to lead their very own service project to help people who are blind or visually impaired. They spent the week making flyers, going door-to-door to share their mission (even their 5-year-old confidently told the story!), and this morning they set up their lemonade stand. Every time a neighbor stopped, they poured lemonade and explained that all proceeds were going to ACBVI. The community responded with incredible generosity. We are so inspired by their kindness, courage, and determination. Thank you for proving that no matter your age, you can make a difference! Want to support ACBVI and help change lives? You can host your own fundraiser, make a gift, or get involved today! https://donate.acbvi.org

# NextGenerationofChangemakers

08/04/2025

Mission in Action: Chef Thomas Serves More Than Meals

At ACBVI, food means more than nourishment—it’s dignity, connection, and choice. Executive Chef Thomas, inspired by a childhood where food was sometimes scarce, now prepares hundreds of nutritious meals each week for people who are blind, visually impaired, DeafBlind, or living with combined vision and hearing loss.

From carefully plating meals to building bonds with clients, Thomas puts love and creativity into every dish—even as rising costs and shrinking donations make it harder to provide fresh, healthy options. Our summer hunger campaign will help him offer balanced, personalized meals and more variety to those who need it most.

💛 Real People. Real Impact. Made Possible by You.
📖 Read his story: https://acbvi.org/article.php?artno=20250731_SHThomas

07/24/2025

What’s for dinner? For many of our clients, that answer isn’t guaranteed.

At ACBVI, we serve more than just meals—we serve dignity, independence, and nourishment to adults who are blind or visually impaired. But with food costs rising and donations falling, our critical meal program is at risk.

Learn how you can help us keep plates full and hope alive. https://acbvi.org/article.php?artno=20250710_hungerAP

07/09/2025

At ACBVI, we served over 17,000 free meals last year to people who are blind, visually impaired, or DeafBlind. For many, these meals are a lifeline—fueling not just their bodies, but their path to independence.

Food donations are down. Costs are up. We need your help to keep this going. Visit us here to learn more- https://acbvi.org/hungry_2025.php

07/09/2025

06/18/2025

Together on the Water, stronger as a Team!

ACBVI Adventures presented by BOK Financial brought our clients and volunteers to beautiful Lake Mary for a day of kayaking, camaraderie, and connection. With ACBVI clients and volunteers all working together the day was filled with laughter, resilience, and a whole lot of sunscreen. Activities like these empower our community to explore adventures with confidence and joy- no barriers, just possibilities. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who made this day unforgettable! You may notice an ASL interpreter in some of the photos. ACBVI is proud to serve individuals who are DeafBlind or live with combined vision and hearing loss. Inclusion means ensuring everyone has the support they need to participate fully—and that’s what this day was all about.

04/10/2025

Two bikes. Four hearts. One mission.
Our tandem teams—David & Logan and Katy & Lupita—are getting ready to take on the Tour de Scottsdale with Team ACBVI.
These dynamic duos represent the spirit of teamwork and inclusion. Logan, who is blind, will ride with David, while Katy and Lupita are taking on the course together with their own tandem challenge.
Let’s show them some love! Donate to their rides here: https://www.tourdescottsdale.org/Race/149040/Donate/FX9dm5LGLqhgjx5n

04/08/2025

🚴‍♂️ Meet the riders of Team ACBVI!
In just 5 days, this group of 9 will hit the road at the Tour de Scottsdale to raise funds and awareness for Arizonans who are blind or visually impaired.
• Tandem teams: David & Logan and Katy & Lupita
• Solo riders: Steve, Jayson, Khara, Spencer & Chelsey
Support their ride and their mission! You can donate to the full team, a tandem pair, or an individual rider here: https://www.tourdescottsdale.org/Race/149040/Donate/FX9dm5LGLqhgjx5n

04/03/2025

🎶 BlindSided Featured on ABC15! See Them LIVE! 🎶

BlindSided, ACBVI’s house band, is making waves! Recently featured on ABC15, these incredible musicians are proving that vision loss is just the start of a new rhythm. Now, they’re ready to rock their first-ever public performance at the ACBVI Tour de Scottsdale Kick-off Party presented by Arizona Bank & Trust!

April 6 | 4-7 PM | Wasted Grain, Scottsdale
Get your tickets now! ➡ https://bike.acbvi.org

Don’t miss this inspiring night of music, resilience, and community!

04/01/2025

Arizona Gives Day is here!

Today, you have the power to change lives. Your donation to ACBVI helps provide basic needs like food and transportation so that individuals who are blind or visually impaired can regain independence and return to work.

Every dollar makes an impact. Let’s come together and make a difference!

Donate now: https://www.azgives.org/organization/acbvi

03/31/2025

Tomorrow is Arizona Gives Day!

Join us in making a difference for Arizonans who are blind or visually impaired. Your support for ACBVI helps provide basic needs like food and transportation in addition to essential services like independent living training, job readiness programs, and assistive technology.

Set a reminder and get ready to give! Every donation counts.

Mark your calendar for tomorrow!
https://www.azgives.org/organization/acbvi