FY 2024 Impact Report

Access to meaningful employment often depends on whether workspaces are designed to be accessible. For people who are blind or DeafBlind, the right tools, technology, and workplace accommodations can make the difference between barriers and opportunity. At The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc., accessibility is built into how we support employees and create pathways [...]

The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. is proud to announce the appointment of Pat O’Hara as our new President and Chief Executive Officer, ushering in a renewed growth, innovation, and mission-driven manufacturing excellence. Pat brings decades of hands-on leadership in complex manufacturing environments, including extensive experience both within and outside of Lighthouse operations. His [...]

For many employees, career growth isn’t just about learning new tasks, it’s about building confidence, finding direction, and discovering what’s possible. At The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc., the Career Development Program (CDP) was created to support exactly that. In 2025, the program brought together production employees from Seattle and Spokane to explore leadership, [...]

 Melinda Slovernick Employee of the Year: Leadership Through Resilience When Melinda Slovernick walks into work each day as an Administrative Assistant for the AbilityOne Base Supply Centers at The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc., she brings not only strong organizational skills and a dedicated work ethic, but also a remarkable story of resilience, growth, [...]

Antonio Rozier Honored with NIB’s 2025 Milton J. Samuelson Career Achievement Award Antonio Rozier, Director of Information Technology Systems at The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc., has been named the 2025 recipient of the National Industries for the Blind (NIB) Milton J. Samuelson Career Achievement Award, a prestigious national honor recognizing career advancement, leadership, [...]

Every year in February, we celebrate Low Vision Awareness Month to raise awareness about the challenges faced by people with low vision and to educate the public about ways to support those affected by this condition. Low vision is a visual impairment that cannot be corrected by standard glasses, contact lenses, or surgery. Low [...]

How the Bank of America Partnership with The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. Drives Accessibility and Inclusion At The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc., partnerships are the cornerstone of our mission to empower individuals who are blind, DeafBlind, and blind with other disabilities. One of our most impactful collaborations is with Bank of America, [...]

The Lighthouse Low Vision Services Program is celebrating five years of providing specialized care for people with vision loss in the Puget Sound region. As one of the only clinics dedicated specifically to low vision, the program offers comprehensive exams, device recommendations, and rehabilitation services that help clients maintain independence in daily life. The [...]

New Seattle Grant Expands Access to Technology Training for People who are DeafBlind The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc.’s Technology Training Center (TTC) is transforming digital access, independence, and opportunity for DeafBlind employees and community members. The TTC helps participants build essential computer and assistive technology skills — from mastering screen readers and Braille displays [...]

Gregory Wilson's career trajectory is a story of resilience, adaptability, and growth. Gregory joined The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. just over two years ago, starting on the production line. His strong work ethic, attention to detail, and reliability quickly earned him a promotion to Setup Specialist for the Defense business line [...]