Attitudes, beliefs and values are often formed in families. Philanthropic values are important as they instill a sense of helping others and expand your compassion beyond the needs of your immediate family. Many families choose to create a passion for giving by making charitable donations… Continue Reading Start a Family Tradition of Giving Back
Shannon Columb is a 2019 Council scholarship recipient turning her passion for the outdoors into a career. She is a senior at UW-Stevens Point and graduates in May 2020. She sat down with Council writer, Katherine Corbett, to talk about how she picked the right… Continue Reading Student Spotlight: Shannon Columb
Thursday, September 12 (sold out) 6:30-9:30 p.m. Vignette Dining Club, Fitchburg Tuesday, September 24 6:30-9:30 p.m. Touchdown Tavern, 125 E. Main Street, Reedsburg Wednesday, October 23 (sold out) 6:30-9:30 p.m. Vignette Dining Club, Fitchburg Dining in the Dark is a delicious multi-course… Continue Reading An Evening of Fresh Food and a Unique Perspective at Dining in the Dark
Over 100,000 people in Wisconsin are blind or visually impaired. As the population ages, this number is expected to double in the next 10-20 years. Chances are good that you already have—or will have in the future—someone who is blind or visually impaired in your… Continue Reading The Power of Engagement: How and Why to Make Social Media Accessible to Everyone
There is nothing like feeling the wind on your face and travelling smoothly over water in a sailboat. Thanks to developments in technology, people who are blind or visually impaired can race sailboats without sighted assistance on board. How does Adaptive Sailing Work? People who… Continue Reading Technology Makes Sailing Fully Accessible to People who are Blind or Visually Impaired
Donor recognition clubs appreciate donors who give over a period of time or at a certain dollar amount. Long-term support from donors strengthens the Council and allows us to expand our education, advocacy and vision services programs. The Council’s four donor recognition clubs are: White… Continue Reading Become a Member of a Council Donor Recognition Club
Date: Friday, August 9, 2019 Time: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Location: Chippewa Valley Technical College, Eau Claire Clairemont Campus 620 W. Clairemont Ave., Eau Claire, WI 54701 Attendees at last year’s vision fair visit vendor tables and network. Attendees at last year’s vision fair… Continue Reading Look to the Low Vision Fair for Information About your Vision Loss
Brandon Klas is a 2019 Council scholarship recipient. The incoming freshman at UW-Whitewater sat down with the Council’s writer, Katherine Corbett, to chat about his interest in business, the importance of adaptive technology and his hobbies. Katherine Corbett: Tell me about the first time you… Continue Reading Student Spotlight: Brandon Klas
Get ready for a delicious, multi-course meal and lively discussion about how senses play a role in the dining experience. The Council and Vignette Dining Club are partnering to host two Dining in the Dark dinners this fall. The dates are Thursday, September 12 and… Continue Reading Announcing two Dining in the Dark Dinners this Fall
Going to a museum, attending a play or catching a movie are great ways to enrich your senses and learn new things. Wisconsin museums, theaters and cinemas are making these experiences accessible to people who are blind or visually impaired. Find out how you can… Continue Reading Wisconsin Museums, Theaters and Cinemas Enhance Experience of the Arts