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    Amy Koehl: The Heart Behind a Lifetime of Service

    Amy Koehl, VP of Employee and Community Services Four Decades of Leadership at The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. For forty years, Amy Koehl has been the steady, compassionate force at the [...]

  • The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. Honors Its 2026 Mission Values and Performance Award Recipients

    Lighthouse employees from all locations gathered together to celebrate MVP Winners. Every year, The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. recognizes employees whose dedication, leadership, and commitment to others exemplify what it means [...]

  • Two Lighthouse Employees Earn Journey-Level Machinist Certification Through Four-Year AJAC Apprenticeship

    John Ott and Rachel Tally recieving their Journeyman certificate; AJAC cohort at graduation After four years, 8,000 hours of on-the-job training, classroom instruction, and unwavering determination, two employees at The Lighthouse for [...]

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    FY2025 Impact Report

    Your steadfast commitment provides the vital stability we need to navigate challenging economic seasons. You are the engine behind our mission, and it is your support and belief in our work that ensures we [...]

    June 11th, 2026Annual Report
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    Jennifer Karr-Lee

    Jennifer Karr-Lee has 20 years of experience in frontline and corporate leadership and program strategy, leading diverse teams focused on employee and customer experience and engagement.

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    Rachel Grossman-Kahn

    Rachel Grossman-Kahn is a passionate Seattle disability advocate.  She works at Best Buy as an Accessibility UX Designer, ensuring that their website and app are accessible for all users, especially those with disabilities.

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    Faye Green

    Faye has over 7 years’ experience working with non-profit organizations to develop fundraising and volunteer programs, including her tenure at The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. from 2018-2022, where she worked as a Development Associate.

  • A woman in a teal colored blouse, shoulder length hair, stands in front of a large window with the city in the background

    Marie C. Gallanar

    Marie C. Gallanar is a respected leader in risk management, insurance strategy, and manufacturing industry advocacy, bringing more than two decades of experience helping organizations navigate complex business risks and achieve sustainable growth.

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    Sara Sandford

    Sara Sandford practiced as a transactional attorney for over 30 years in Seattle, Tokyo, and San Francisco, helping clients navigate the challenges of conducting cross-border corporate and commercial transactions.

  • 2026 MVP Award recipients at The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc.

    Pathways to Disability Empowerment: Building Skills and Earning Professional Certifications for Career Success

    In today's competitive job market, skills matter more than ever. Employers are looking for candidates who not only have technical expertise but also possess the communication, leadership, and teamwork abilities needed to thrive in [...]

    June 2nd, 2026Uncategorized