Advocacy at the Lighthouse
As part of our long-standing history of government advocacy at the Lighthouse, Greg Szabo and Earnest Glover have been meeting with elected officials to [...]
FY 21 Employees By Location
Infographics showing where our employees are located geographically across the U.S.
Accessibility and Adaptive Technology
There are many types of equipment that make the incredible work at the Lighthouse possible.
Summerville’s 5th Anniversary
Five years ago, the Lighthouse proudly opened our third manufacturing facility in Summerville, South Carolina.
Letter from President and CEO George Abbott
On August 1, 2021, it was my honor to accept the position of President and CEO of The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. and I’m proud to be part of this incredible organization.
FY21 Employee and Community Services
The generosity of our community allows us to meet people where they are in their journey of vision loss.
Thank You to Our Donors
Because of each and every one of you, we are able to continue empower those who are blind, DeafBlind, and blind with other disabilities through diverse, sustainable and meaningful employment opportunities.
Remote Training Programs
Our Computer Training Program (CTP) and Braille Literacy Program have been adapted to remotely meet the needs of our community.
Our Workforce
Pie chart showing breakdown of Lighthouse employees: 43% blind 5% blind with other disabilities 6% DeafBlind 46% sighted [...]
Contract Management Support
The Contract Management Support (CMS) program is an essential part of the Lighthouse’s mission and our relationship with government customers. Peter Ash, Contract Closeout [...]
Ways to Give at the Lighthouse
Learn about different ways to give to the Lighthouse's mission.
Become a Lighthouse Ambassador
Here’s what you can do to support independence & empowerment for people who are blind, DeafBlind, & blind with other disabilities!
AbilityOne Base Supply Centers: Colleen Smith
Colleen Smith has been a clerk at the McChord Air Force Base AbilityOne Base Supply Center (BSC) for more than four years now. Her previous job could not have been more different.
Upward Mobility: Shawn & John
Shawn Dobbs and John Lewis are not only employees of the year, they’re also examples of the opportunities available at the Lighthouse for upward mobility.
Our Programs & Services
A look at the many services we offer our employees and in some cases, the community at large.
Manufacturing by the Numbers
Today, we are an ISO9001- and AS9100-accredited manufacturer. We specialize in precision machining, assembly, injection molding, and SKILCRAFT Products.
Our 2021 Locations
The Lighthouse owns and operates 20 various locations across the U.S.
Low Vision Services
The Lighthouse’s Low Vision Services include Independent Living Program Services, Lighthouse Low Vision Clinic, and Lighthouse Low Vision Store.
FY21 Financials
IncomeManufacturingAerospace $8,520,000Defense $51,720,000Business Office Products $9,390,000ServicesBase Supply Centers $27,650,000Contract Management Services $1,250,000Employee & Community Services Contracts & Fees $390,000Donor Contributions $1,310,000Investment Returns $2,730,000Payroll Protection Program [...]
