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Established in 1955, the CICBVI is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit providing programs and services meeting the emotional, social, cultural, educational and training needs of people who are blind or visually impaired living in Central Illinois.

06/24/2026

Nothing beats good food and great friends. Thanks to everyone who came out to our CICBVI summer BBQ tonight! Thank you to our volunteers Mark and Rick for throwing down on the grill for us! 🌭☀️🥤 Another thank you to Jamie and Chandra for their constant support. And a huge shoutout to Evie and Merry for the delicious cakes that topped off a perfect night. 🍰✨

Missed the chance to join us? That’s okay! We’re doing it one more time this summer. 😀 Our next BBQ-styled meal is happening July 21st at the center. Call to get signed up, you won’t want to miss it 🍔🥗🍗

06/17/2026

This year, June 23rd marks TogetherTuesday, a new National Day of Action focused on community-powered generosity. It is a day dedicated to showing up for one another through simple acts of kindness, volunteering, and local engagement. As we look toward this day, I am asking you to join me in supporting the Central Illinois Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired. There are two impactful ways you can help us foster independence and accessibility for our participants:

Make a Donation: Your financial contribution directly supports our essential educational initiatives and community programming.

Volunteer Your Time: We are always looking for support with our community-based outreach and events, such as our annual fundraisers and monthly events. Offering your time to help drive participants to events or assist with our initiatives makes a tangible difference in their daily lives.

Whether you choose to donate or volunteer, your involvement helps us continue the vital work we do here in Central Illinois.
Please remember that your donation is tax-deductible, and you can potentially double your impact if your employer participates in a matching gift program.

You can learn more by visiting our website www.cicbvi.org or support us by donating at this link https://form-renderer-app.donorperfect.io/give/central-illinois-center-for-the-blind-and-visually-impaired/donate-button

Thank you for your generosity and for being part of our community.

*Enjoy some photos from our candle-making event hosted at the center yesterday. Patrons were able to pick their own scents, add in dried flowers, and let them set while we had a nice chat about what we've been up to and what's coming next.

06/15/2026

Ready to change lives one swing at a time? ⛳️ **THERE ARE LESS THAN 10 SPOTS LEFT! Don't miss your chance!**

The 19th Annual CICBVI Golf Outing is right around the corner at Arrowhead Country Club! Every registration helps us continue providing the vital programs and support services our community relies on.

Let’s make this our biggest year yet, grab your team and register here now! https://wl.donorperfect.net/weblink/WebLink.aspx?name=E360500&id=15
When you support our events, your money goes directly toward several key areas like,

Essential Support Services: Funds help us maintain and provide vital programs that support those who are blind or visually impaired, ensuring they have access to the resources they need to thrive.
Wellness Initiatives: A significant portion of support goes toward our various health and wellness initiatives, which focus on
improving the physical and mental well-being of our participants.

Day-to-Day Operations: Your donations help keep our doors open and our programs running, covering the costs required to provide a safe, welcoming, and accessible space for our patrons.

Community Programming: We use these funds to coordinate events and educational outings that encourage social connection and real-world skill-building for our participants.

By supporting events like our 19th Annual Golf Outing, you are directly investing in the sustainability of these programs and helping us ensure that our center remains a strong, reliable hub for everyone we serve.

Cards accepted but cash preferred on the course! 🙂

06/04/2026

We are incredibly proud to share the amazing journey of our patrons since they were introduced to FXB East Peoria!!

From day one, they jumped onto the mats with open minds and fierce determination. Seeing their growth, increased mobility, and total body transformation has been nothing short of inspiring. They haven’t just built physical strength; they’ve built undeniable confidence.
Our patrons are eager to keep this incredible momentum going! If you would like to support their fitness and wellness journey, please consider donating to their punch cards. Every contribution directly empowers them to stay active, strong, and healthy.

👉 Donate to their fitness journey here: https://form-renderer-app.donorperfect.io/give/central-illinois-center-for-the-blind-and-visually-impaired/donate-button

Check out this amazing video to see their incredible progression, unstoppable motivation, and some absolutely sick kickboxing skills! 👇🎥

06/01/2026

Ready to change lives one swing at a time? ⛳️

The 19th Annual CICBVI Golf Outing is right around the corner at Arrowhead Country Club! Every registration helps us continue providing the vital programs and support services our community relies on.

Let’s make this our biggest year yet, grab your team and register here now! https://wl.donorperfect.net/weblink/WebLink.aspx?name=E360500&id=15

When you support our events, your money goes directly toward several key areas like,

Essential Support Services: Funds help us maintain and provide vital programs that support those who are blind or visually impaired, ensuring they have access to the resources they need to thrive.

Wellness Initiatives: A significant portion of support goes toward our various health and wellness initiatives, which focus on improving the physical and mental well-being of our participants.

Day-to-Day Operations: Your donations help keep our doors open and our programs running, covering the costs required to provide a safe, welcoming, and accessible space for our patrons.

Community Programming: We use these funds to coordinate events and educational outings that encourage social connection and real-world skill-building for our participants.

By supporting events like our 19th Annual Golf Outing, you are directly investing in the sustainability of these programs and helping us ensure that our center remains a strong, reliable hub for everyone we serve.

Cash preferred on the course! :)

05/18/2026

⛳ Tee Up for a Cause! ⛳

We are officially calling all golfers, supporters, and community members to join us for the 19th Annual CICBVI Golf Outing! This year, we’re aiming to make it our most successful event yet, and we need YOU on the green to make that happen.

Every swing, putt, and drive helps the Central Illinois Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired continue our mission of providing essential programs and services to our community.

Event Details:
📅 When: Monday, July 20th, 2026
📍 Where: Arrowhead Country Club | Edelstein, IL
🏌️ Why: Support a great cause while enjoying a day of friendly competition!

How Can You Help?
Register Your Team: Gather your foursome and secure your spot today!
Become a Sponsor: Showcase your business while giving back.
Spread the Word: Share this post and tag your favorite golf partners!

Let’s hit the course for a day of fun, community, and impact. Whether you're a scratch golfer or just in it for the fresh air, we can’t wait to see you there!

Link to Register below!
https://wl.donorperfect.net/weblink/WebLink.aspx?name=E360500&id=15

04/30/2026

Our "Sensory Stems" event was a hit! There is nothing quite like the experience of building a bouquet by feel and fragrance. 🌹🌸🌺🌷🌼

Our patrons had a blast identifying flowers by their unique scents and the "feel" of their leaves and petals. It was a truly immersive experience.

We are so grateful to Rootedfamilybotanicals for the stunning donation of flowers that made up the bulk of our bouquets. Seeing (and smelling!) the variety they provided was the highlight of the day.

Scroll through to see our creations 💐

04/22/2026

We had a “waffly good time” at Bingo this morning! 🧇✨ Congratulations to our Grand Prize winner, who covered their full board and scored a lunch date at the restaurant of their choice!🍴🏆 if you want a chance to see what other awesome prizes we offer, join us for our next bingo! If bingo isn’t your thing, call and find out what other events we have cooking up here at the Blind Center you won’t want to miss it 🙂

04/21/2026

Our recent trivia night was a massive success, but one of the real "MVPs" are the incredible sponsors who stood behind us. Your support does so much more than just fund an event, it directly fuels our mission and helps us continue serving our community!

04/18/2026

Last night was a true testament to our amazing community. Despite the weather and a mid-event tornado warning, we collected ourselves, pulled it together, and finished the night stronger than ever.

The Class Clowns won Best On Theme Team Name and the Recess Rebels won the Best On Theme Costume!
A huge shoutout to The Macular Degenerates from IL Eye for navigating the chaos to clinch the top spot! 🥇

To our sponsors, volunteers, and participants: Thank you for your patience, your flexibility, and your spirit. Last night wasn't just a trivia success; it was a reminder of how great this group is. See you at the next one!

Address

2905 W Garden Street
Peoria, IL
61605

Telephone

(309) 637-3693

Website

http://www.cicbvi.org/

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