Foundation Fighting Blindness

10/13/2026

Tell us about a moment that changed you.

Sometimes, the moments that shape us aren’t the ones we expect. They may be difficult or frustrating at times, but they can also lead to unexpected connections, new purpose, greater independence, resilience, or the courage to advocate for ourselves and others.

For people living with vision loss, these moments can change how we see ourselves and the world around us—and sometimes, they can show us what’s possible.

This , we invite you to and reflect on a pivotal moment in your vision loss journey.

www.FightingBlindness.org/ShareYourVision

Video Description: A series of individuals, seated against a blue backdrop, share their personal experiences on a moment that changed them. The video concludes with the Foundation Fighting Blindness logo.

10/12/2026

Watching someone you love experience vision loss can shape the way you see the world.

Growing up, Maggie saw firsthand how her mom’s experience with retinitis pigmentosa (RP) can affect not only the person living with it, but the people and families around them.

Today, Maggie uses her voice to raise awareness, support research, and help families affected by blinding diseases feel less alone.

This , and tell us how vision loss has affected you or someone you love.

www.FightingBlindness.org/ShareYourVision

Video Description: Maggie sits against a blue backdrop, sharing her story with vision loss as someone who has family affected by RP. The video concludes with the Foundation Fighting Blindness logo.

10/10/2026

This , Jessie shares how isolating living with retinitis pigmentosa (RP) can be, especially in a world that isn’t always built for people with vision loss in mind. But she’s also found a powerful sense of community among others who understand what she’s going through.

Today, Jessie is pursuing a master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling with a vision of becoming a therapist who can help others feel seen, supported, and less alone. Her own experiences have helped shape the kind of support she hopes to provide.

This , and help us highlight the importance of mental health support within the vision loss community.

www.FightingBlindness.org/ShareYourVision

Video Description: Jessie sits against a blue backdrop, sharing part of her journey with vision loss due to RP. The video concludes with the Foundation Fighting Blindness logo.

10/09/2026

What do people misunderstand about blindness?

There are a lot of assumptions about what blindness looks like, but the reality is far more varied.

Blindness is a spectrum, and understanding that can help us see beyond assumptions and better understand the experiences of people with vision loss.

This , and share what you wish others knew about your vision loss.

www.FightingBlindness.org/ShareYourVision

Video Description: Eye on the Cure Podcast host Maddie Mossman speaks with a series of individuals in various locations as they share their personal perspectives on the question, “What do people misunderstand about blindness?”

10/08/2026

This , Krystle is sharing her vision for a more accessible world.

Krystle's vision loss has made things like reading small print difficult. Her experience inspired her to start a company that creates large-print children’s books, helping to make reading more accessible and inclusive for children and families.

As Krystle says, sometimes the disability isn’t the challenge—the accessibility is. Her story shows how personal experiences with vision loss can spark ideas that make the world more inclusive.

This , and share your perspective on vision loss and the changes you’d like to see.
www.FightingBlindness.org/ShareYourVision

Video Description: Krystle sits against a blue backdrop, sharing her story with vision loss due to uveitis. The video concludes with the Foundation Fighting Blindness logo.

10/08/2026

Today we’re recognizing both World Sight Day and DAF Day!

To honor World Sight Day, consider supporting research that drives treatments and cures for blinding diseases by recommending a grant to the Foundation Fighting Blindness through your donor-advised fund (DAF).

If you have a DAF, DAF Day is a great reminder to put your charitable giving plans into action. A DAF may be an especially helpful way to make a difference if you have appreciated investments, are having a higher-income year, or like to plan your charitable giving in advance. Talk with your financial or tax advisor to learn how a DAF may fit into your giving plans.

Learn more and explore giving options through partners like The Giving Block: www.FightingBlindness.org/DAFs

Image Description: Dark navy background with Foundation logo in the top left corner. A woman looks into a microscope on the left and text to the right reads, "Turn your Donor Advised Fund into impact." A teal block is below with the text, "World Sight Day + World DAF Day."

10/07/2026

Join the global RHO-adRP community on Friday, November 6, for a live, interactive virtual gathering designed for patients, families, clinicians, and industry partners. This session brings together clinical experts, genetic specialists, and biotech pioneers to explore Rhodopsin-mediated autosomal dominant retinitis pigmentosa.

Gain insights into RHO-adRP disease progression and the patient journey, better understand autosomal-dominant inheritance and genetic testing, learn how to navigate clinical trials and access patient resources, hear updates on emerging research pipelines from leading biotech companies, and more!

Register today at: https://bit.ly/4yimq2Q

Join the global RHO-adRP community for a live, interactive virtual gathering for patients, families, clinicians, and industry partners.

10/06/2026

Sometimes, it’s a moment that changes how we see our vision loss.

For Marcela, two falls made her realize she needed to take her retinitis pigmentosa (RP) diagnosis seriously. Accustomed to doing things on her own, she had to learn that asking for help wasn’t a weakness—it was a way to move forward.

Marcela’s story is a reminder that vision loss can bring moments that challenge us, change our perspective, and teach us to ask for the support we need.

This , and help others better understand the many experiences of vision loss.

Read Marcela’s full story: www.FightingBlindness.org/stories/asking-for-help-is-not-a-weakness-1849

Video Description: Marcela sits against a blue backdrop, sharing her story with vision loss due to RP. The video concludes with the Foundation Fighting Blindness logo.

10/05/2026

What does blindness mean to you?

There’s no single way to experience vision loss—and no single way to explain it.

For some people, blindness is a journey. For others, it’s simply part of who they are. It can shape how someone sees the world, how they move through it, and even how they understand themselves. And sometimes, it’s just hard to put into words.

That’s because blindness is a spectrum, and everyone’s experience is different.

This , we invite you to and tell us about your perspective on vision loss. Together, our stories can inspire understanding of vision loss and move research forward.

www.FightingBlindness.org/ShareYourVision

Video Description: A series of individuals, seated against a blue backdrop, share their personal perspectives on what blindness means to them. The video concludes with the Foundation Fighting Blindness logo.

10/02/2026

Fall VisionWalk season is off to an incredible start! 💙

Over the past few weeks, our communities came together in Los Angeles, Cincinnati, Indianapolis, the Twin Cities, and St. Louis to walk, connect, and raise funds to support the Foundation Fighting Blindness and our mission to accelerate the development of treatments and cures for blinding diseases.

And we’re just getting started. 🙌

A huge thank-you to our incredible VisionWalk sponsors for helping make these events possible: Amgen, Blue Rock Therapeutics, and Cincinnati Eye Institute

This weekend, we’re keeping the momentum going in Boston, Philadelphia, and Columbus! If you’re joining us, we can’t wait to walk with you. If you don’t have a VisionWalk coming up in your area, you can still be part of the movement.

Join us virtually on October 31 for National VisionWalk Day, a full-day virtual experience bringing our community together from wherever you are.

www.VisionWalk.org

Image Description: [Slide one] A pile of pumpkins. The top pumpkin has the VisionWalk logo painted on it. [Slide two] Ribbon cutting ceremony, where two young boys are cutting the ribbon between two VisionWalk flags. [Slide three] VisionWalk participants begin their walk through two VisionWalk flags. [Slide four] VisionWalk participants begin their walk through two VisionWalk flags.