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SUMMARY:Cartober Vehicle Donation: Support People Who Are Blind
DESCRIPTION:Cartober Vehicle Donation: Support People Who Are Blind\nYour Cartober vehicle donation can help create meaningful employment opportunities for people who are blind\, DeafBlind\, and blind with other disabilities. From October 1–31\, 2026\, join The Lighthouse for the Blind\, Inc. in turning a vehicle you no longer need into support for our mission. \nDonate through our partner\, CARS\, and arrange free pickup: donate your vehicle to support the Lighthouse. \nCelebrate Cartober – a vehicle donation can drive accessibility\, empowerment and employment for a person who is blind\, DeafBlind and blind with other disabilities. Donating is free and easy. We accept all types of vehicles – cars\, motorcycles\, trucks\, RVs and even boats. \nDoesn’t run? Doesn’t matter – you can still donate it. \nOctober is Cartober! It’s time to put the good in goodbye and steer your way to donating a vehicle to the Lighthouse.  Every car\, truck or boat can drive employment for people who are blind. \nHow?\n\nCall 855-550-4483 or start your donation online with our partner CARS \nSchedule your free and convenient pick-up\nReceive a donation receipt\n\nWhy?\n\nFeel good about supporting people who are blind and Deafblind in your community\nFree up space around the house\nAvoid the hassles of selling\nSkip costly repairs\nGet a tax write-off\nIt’s easy!\n\nFAQ’s\nWhat is Cartober?Cartober is a month-long October campaign encouraging vehicle donations to benefit nonprofits. The Lighthouse’s October 1–31\, 2026\, campaign invites supporters to turn an unused vehicle into support for people who are blind\, DeafBlind\, and blind with other disabilities. \nHow do I donate a vehicle to the Lighthouse?Call 855-550-4483 or complete the Lighthouse’s vehicle donation form through CARS. The team will help arrange free pickup and provide donation documentation. \nCan I donate a vehicle that does not run?Yes\, CARS accepts most vehicles whether or not they run. Acceptance depends on the vehicle’s condition and towing accessibility. Contact CARS to confirm whether your vehicle qualifies.
URL:https://lhblind.org/event/cartober-vehicle-donation/
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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SUMMARY:White Cane Day 2026: Celebrating Independence and the Blind Community in Seattle
DESCRIPTION:White Cane Day 2025 group of appx 100 people dressed warmly at the base of the Space Needle \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nEvery year on October 15\, people across the United States recognize White Cane Day\, a celebration of independence\, achievement\, and the right of people who are blind or low vision to move freely and confidently through their communities. \nHere in Seattle\, The Lighthouse for the Blind\, Inc. is proud to join blindness organizations\, community partners\, people who are blind or low vision\, families\, friends\, and allies in recognizing White Cane Day 2026 on Saturday October 17th. \nThe annual Seattle White Cane Day Walk brings the community together to celebrate something the white cane represents every day: independence\, mobility\, and the freedom to go where you choose. \nWhat Is White Cane Day?\nWhite Cane Day\, also known as White Cane Safety Day\, observance dates back to 1964\, when President Lyndon B. Johnson signed the first White Cane Safety Day proclamation. The day has grown beyond its original focus on safety to become a broader celebration of the accomplishments and independence of people who are blind or low vision. \nThe observance has also been recognized as Blind Americans Equality Day\, emphasizing equality\, opportunity\, and full participation in American life. \nToday\, White Cane Day provides an opportunity to celebrate the achievements of people who are blind while increasing public understanding of the white cane and what it represents. \nThe White Cane Is a Tool for Independence\nFor many people who are blind or low vision\, the white cane is an essential mobility tool. \nUsing techniques learned through Orientation and Mobility training\, a person can use a white cane to identify obstacles\, detect changes in walking surfaces\, locate landmarks and gather information about the environment while traveling. \nThe cane can also communicate to people nearby that its user is blind or has low vision. \nBut its significance extends beyond its practical uses. \nThe white cane represents the ability to travel independently – to commute to work\, catch a bus\, visit a neighborhood business\, attend school\, meet friends or simply explore somewhere new. \nRather than representing limitation\, the white cane is a powerful symbol of independence and self-determination. \nCelebrating White Cane Day in Seattle\nEach year\, Seattle’s White Cane Day celebration brings together people from across the blindness community for a public walk recognizing independence\, accessibility and community. \nPeople who are blind and low vision walk alongside family members\, friends\, colleagues\, community partners and allies\, creating a visible celebration of the blindness community in Seattle. \nThe event is organized collaboratively by local blindness organizations and service providers\, reflecting the strength and diversity of Washington’s blindness community. \nParticipating organizations include The Lighthouse for the Blind\, Inc.\, the White Cane Awareness Network\, the National Federation of the Blind of Washington\, the Washington Council of the Blind\, the Washington State Department of Services for the Blind\, and the Washington Talking Book & Braille Library. \nTogether\, these organizations work throughout the year to expand access\, opportunity\, independence and community participation for people who are blind and low vision. \nWhy White Cane Awareness Matters\nWhite Cane Day is a celebration\, but it is also an opportunity for greater public awareness. \nWhen sighted people understand what a white cane is and how it is used\, they can help create communities where people who are blind can navigate safely and independently. \nThat includes understanding that a person using a white cane may not need – nor want – assistance. If you’re unsure whether someone needs help\, simply ask rather than assuming. \nIt also means recognizing the importance of accessible pedestrian environments\, public transportation\, sidewalks and crossings that allow people with disabilities to travel independently. \nMost importantly\, White Cane Day helps challenge misconceptions about blindness. \nPeople who are blind and low vision work\, raise families\, travel\, participate in their communities\, pursue education\, lead organizations and build careers. Accessible environments\, effective training and equal opportunities help make that independence possible. \nJoin Us for White Cane Day 2026\nThis October\, we invite you to join The Lighthouse for the Blind\, Inc. and our community partners as we celebrate White Cane Day in Seattle. \nDate: Saturday\, October 17\, 2026\nLocation Start & Finish: Washington Talking Book & Braille Library 2021 9th Ave\, Seattle 98121\nRegistration LINK \nWhether you use a white cane yourself or simply want to support friends\, family members and community members who are blind or low vision\, you’re welcome to participate. \nCome walk with us as we celebrate independence\, community and the freedom to navigate the world on your own terms. \nWe hope to see you there.
URL:https://lhblind.org/event/white-cane-day-seattle-2026/
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SUMMARY:Oct. 19-25 National Estate Planning Week
DESCRIPTION:National Estate Planning Awareness Week: Planning Our Legacy\nThis week join your fellow Americans and take the time to draft or update your will\, establish trusts\, and name powers of attorney before the holidays and year end is upon us. This is a great time to check will writing and estate planning off the list! Give your loved ones a clear path to follow and yourself peace of mind. \nWe want to make sure everyone in our Lighthouse community has the resources to ensure their legacy is in order\, and their estate is up to date. \nOur partner\, FreeWill\, can guide you through a quick update or get you started writing your first will. Take a few minutes this week to: \n\nPrepare your will to plan for the distribution of your assets and name a trusted guardian for any dependent children.\nName Financial Power of Attorney and an Advance Healthcare Directive to make crucial decisions for your future if you are unable to.\nDesignate beneficiaries for additional assets\, such as a life insurance policy or 401(k).\nEnsure a bright and sustainable future for individuals who are blind and DeafBlind by making a planned gift. Your gift secures the future of programs and services that create opportunities for upward mobility\, self-sufficiency\, and independence.\n\nFor more information\, read more about Planned Giving.
URL:https://lhblind.org/event/estate-planning-awareness-week/
CATEGORIES:Planned Giving
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SUMMARY:Pathways to Disability Empowerment: Learn from the Success of Blind and DeafBlind Professionals
DESCRIPTION:Learn from blind and DeafBlind professionals as they share their experiences finding work\, using accommodations\, and participating in everyday workplace life. \nJoin The Lighthouse for the Blind\, Inc. on Tuesday\, October 20\, 2026\, at 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time for the next Pathways to Disability Empowerment webinar. Hear firsthand perspectives\, ask questions\, and explore ideas you can apply to your own job search. \nDate: Tuesday\, October 20\, 2026Time: 2:00 p.m. Pacific TimeLocation: Online via ZoomAccessibility: American Sign Language (ASL) interpreters will be available. \nRegister for the October 20 webinar \nWho Is This Webinar For?\nThis webinar is designed for job seekers who are blind\, have low vision\, are DeafBlind\, or are blind with other disabilities. \nWhether you’re exploring your first job\, returning to work\, or considering a career change\, join us to learn from professionals with experiences and perspectives to share. \nWhat Can You Learn from Blind and DeafBlind Professionals?\nFinding a job is one part of the employment experience. Accessing information\, attending meetings\, and connecting with coworkers are also important parts of daily work. \nOur presenters will discuss their job searches and the approaches they use to participate in their workplaces. The conversation will focus on three areas: \n\nJob search experiences: Hear about the presenters’ experiences pursuing employment and ask questions that relate to your own search.\nWorkplace accommodations: Learn about accommodations they use to complete forms\, attend meetings\, and carry out everyday tasks.\nConnecting with coworkers: Explore how presenters take part in workplace conversations\, social activities\, and daily interactions.\n\nBring your questions about finding work and navigating the workplace. You’ll have an opportunity to learn from the panel and consider how their experiences relate to your goals and access needs. \nMeet the Presenters\nEben FrisbieAssistant Vice President; Senior Business Control\, Bank of America \nSara Freeman SmithAuthor\, publisher\, and retired human resources executive \nPaul DuCharmeProduction worker\, The Lighthouse for the Blind\, Inc. \nTogether\, these presenters bring perspectives from different professional settings. Their stories will guide a conversation about job searching\, accommodations\, and participating at work. \nCelebrate NDEAM 2026: Celebrating Value and Talent\nOctober is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM). The 2026 theme\, “Celebrating Value and Talent\,” recognizes the contributions of people with disabilities in workplaces and communities. With roots dating to 1945\, the observance builds on more than 80 years of disability employment awareness. \nThis webinar carries that tradition forward by recognizing the value and talent within the blind and DeafBlind communities. It is an opportunity to learn from one another\, share knowledge\, and celebrate professional experience. \nRegister and Join the Conversation\nJoin us to hear from blind and DeafBlind professionals and leave with information to support your next steps. \nRegister for Learn from the Success of Blind and DeafBlind Professionals \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email with information about joining the webinar. \nFor questions or assistance with registration\, contact workforcedevelopment@lhblind.org. \nFor more perspectives on employment\, explore our earlier webinar about navigating the job search as a person with a disability.
URL:https://lhblind.org/event/blind-and-deafblind-professionals-webinar/
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