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10/20/2026

Rain or shine, they showed up. This is what Blind and Thriving looks like.

Last weekend, Roosevelt, Rob, and Shawntina — three blind veterans who have given so much to our country — ran the Army Ten-Miler with Team Lighthouse Guild, alongside our CEO Thomas Panek, his guide dog Shadow, and members of our staff.

Through the downpour and the remnants of Hurricane Isaias, they ran with pride, purpose, and the support of a cheering crowd. Thanks to our partnership with Meta which is working to put free Meta AI glasses in the hands of blind veterans, they also had a little extra help describing the way, because independence and freedom should be on their own terms.

To every veteran who has served: thank you. We are proud to run alongside you.

If you're a blind veteran and want to learn more about receiving a pair of free Meta AI glasses through this program, email [email protected].

This weekend, we ran the Army Ten-Miler in what was left of Hurricane Isaias. The rain came down on Washington, D.C. for...
10/13/2026

This weekend, we ran the Army Ten-Miler in what was left of Hurricane Isaias. The rain came down on Washington, D.C. for the entire race, but what we’ll remember most is who we ran beside.

Our team was led by three blind veterans, Shawntina, Rob, and Roosevelt, who have already given so much in service to our country. Alongside them were our CEO, Thomas Panek, Kelly Ingham of Meta, and Lighthouse Guild colleague Jeremy, and King Randall, I. and Haven Brady Jr. We also had support from Achilles International guides.

Every blind runner wore a pair of Meta AI glasses. And for ten rainy miles, they described the way. The Washington Monument appeared through the clouds. The course turned around the Capitol and doubled back toward the Pentagon. At the finish, the glasses described the line and the sound of the crowd of umbrellas cheering us in.

It was a reminder of what independence looks like: moving through the world on your own terms, with the information you need to do it. Our veterans earned that freedom many times over, and we’re grateful to Meta for partnering with us to help bring it within reach for more of them.

To Roosevelt, Rob, Shawntina, thank you for showing us what it means to be Blind and Thriving, rain and all.

10/10/2026

Stay tuned for a busy weekend on the Lighthouse Guild channels!

This weekend, Lighthouse Guild is bringing a team of runners to Washington, D.C. for the Army Ten-Miler — a race that brings together over 35,000 runners including active-duty military, veterans, civilians, and wounded warriors.

The Lighthouse Guild team includes members of the Lighthouse Guild community and three blind veterans — Shawntina Gibson, Rob Sanchas, and Roosevelt Morring.

Every step this weekend represents our commitment to making technology accessible to everyone facing vision loss, and to our partnership with Meta to bring free Meta AI glasses to every blind veteran in the country.

Join us in wishing the team good luck. And stay tuned!

10/07/2026

Tomorrow is World Sight Day!

A global moment to raise awareness, drive inclusion, and share the achievements of people in the blind and low-vision community.

At Lighthouse Guild, we're marking the day by launching Blind and Thriving, a campaign showcasing real stories of achievement, independence and possibility. We have some amazing stories to share.

You can help create more stories like these. Help us raise $10,000 this World Sight Day. Donate here: https://bit.ly/4yCOsXu

10/01/2026

Over 100 years of impact in about a minute ⌛

October is Blindness Awareness Month, and we're proud to look back and recount the impact Lighthouse Guild has had on the blind community for over a century.

What began with two pioneering organizations committed to supporting people with vision loss grew into today's Lighthouse Guild, helping individuals by providing the care, community and technology to help people live, work, and shine.

Follow along to see where we're headed next. There are exciting things ahead!

09/30/2026

Talk about a stacked lineup.

Seven members of the Lighthouse Guild community are trading New York for Tuscany as they represent Team USA with U.S. Blind Baseball Association - USBBA at the 2026 WBSC Blind Baseball International Cup!

We're cheering on Ed Plumacher, Kiana Glanton, Zach Ship, Janice Clarke, Teddy Hackett, Amanda Makson, and Edery Herrera as they head to Italy to compete.

Whether you have vision loss or not, sport, movement, and community are not extras — they are essential to well-being. At Lighthouse Guild, we are committed to expanding access to adaptive athletics experiences for people who are blind or have low vision.

Stay tuned for more — we're sending all the good vibes, lucky charms, and rally caps we can spare.

Let's hear it for Team USA in the comments! 👏

Here's the truth — high school is easier when you have people who get you. And when you're blind or have low vision, you...
09/29/2026

Here's the truth — high school is easier when you have people who get you. And when you're blind or have low vision, you've just got more on your plate than many of your peers.

Join Lighthouse Guild’s free virtual teen group! Connect with other teens from across the country who are blind or have low vision. Share experiences, make friends, get support, and talk about whatever’s on your mind, from school and friendships to independence and future goals.

Free. Online. Nationwide.

Spots are limited. Sign up now: https://bit.ly/3TmejUk

Meet Daria! Daria runs our teen group, and we could not think of a better person for the job. Why? Daria has irl experie...
09/25/2026

Meet Daria!

Daria runs our teen group, and we could not think of a better person for the job.

Why?

Daria has irl experience being a teen with vision loss. She was diagnosed with Retinitis Pigmentosa at 17, along with 2 of her siblings.

Vision loss never stopped her from going after her dreams. She went to school for Psychology, Social Work, and Law. AND, her family runs an organization called Hope For Vision.

Daria runs an amazing Teen Group, and we want you to join! Call in and listen, talk, joke — it's your time. Nationwide and 100% free.

Teen Group starts in October. Space is limited. Sign up here: https://bit.ly/4h6Blrx

09/24/2026

It's National Adult Services Week!

We can't wait to tell you about GuildCare.

GuildCare is our Adult Day Healthcare (ADHC) program open to adults with chronic health conditions who need some extra support during the day. Some people join us every day, others just a few times a week.

And the big deal: it's the ONLY Adult Day Healthcare Program in New York State that specializes in people with vision loss. There are daily activities, meals, music, and more.

(From our stories, you already know GuildCare is a blast.)

We have GuildCare programs in New York City, Albany, and Buffalo.

Learn more about GuildCare here: https://bit.ly/4yh7zX2

A lot of college students are already tackling their first exams. If you’re a student with vision loss, there’s probably...
09/22/2026

A lot of college students are already tackling their first exams. If you’re a student with vision loss, there’s probably more on your plate than just hitting the books, especially if this is your first year navigating college.

We got you. Here's where to start.

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