• Four separate portrait photos of woman that make up a graphic block.

    Building a Stronger Future for the Lighthouse

    At The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc., our mission is clear: to create meaningful employment opportunities and community connections for people who are blind, DeafBlind, or blind with other disabilities. A crucial part of [...]

    September 17th, 2025Volunteer
  • Two women stand looking at a computer screen, scanning in items, with a shopping basket in the foreground.

    Building Pathways to Employment: The Lighthouse’s AbilityOne Base Supply Centers and Clover Park Technical College Partnership

    At The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc., we believe that everyone deserves the chance to gain meaningful work experience that prepares them for future employment. That’s why our AbilityOne Base Supply Centers at Joint [...]

    September 16th, 2025AbilityOne Base Supply Centers
  • Michael Dunn sitting at his Contract Management Services work station.

    From Software Developer to Contract Closeout Supervisor: Michael’s Inspiring Journey

    From Software Developer to Contract Closeout Supervisor: Michael’s Inspiring Journey at The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. When Michael lost most of his vision in 2006, he faced the daunting challenge of redefining his [...]

  • a group of nearly 100 DeafBind Retreat Campers sit on stairs in front of a lodge.

    Uniting Community at The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc.’s 2025 DeafBlind Retreat

    Uniting Community at the 2025 DeafBlind Retreat The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. proudly hosted its 2025 DeafBlind Retreat, bringing together participants, volunteers, and staff for a week filled with connection, learning, and fun. [...]

    September 11th, 2025DeafBlind, Events
  • WEBINAR: Build a Compelling Elevator Pitch

    Opening and Introductions 0:01Okay. All right. So, welcome and thank you for joining us and participating in the career webinar from the Lighthouse for the Blind. This is a recording of our monthly [...]

    September 5th, 2025Jobs & Employment, Training, Webinars
  • Aditi Shah - Foundation Board Member - stands looking at the camera, smiling

    Aditi Shah

    Join us in welcoming Aditi Shah to our Foundation Board of Directors! About Aditi Shah Aditi Shah is a seasoned cybersecurity professional and Machine Learning Researcher at Microsoft, known for her innovative work in [...]

  • A black woman sits at desk typing on a keyboard braille display, smiling.

    Meet Natalia Ratcliffe, Lighthouse’s New Computer & Assistive Technology Instructor

    At The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc., technology is more than a tool—it's a pathway to greater independence and opportunity. That’s why we are thrilled to introduce Natalia Ratcliffe, our new Computer and Assistive [...]

  • Navigating the Job Search as a Person with a Disability

    Pathways to Disability Empowerment: Thriving Through the Job Search Experience Presented by The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. Career Development and Exploration Monthly Webinar Series Searching for employment is challenging for anyone—but for [...]

    July 29th, 2025Jobs & Employment, Webinars
  • Light-skinned man stands smiling at the camera, wearing a suit and tie.

    Leadership Transition at The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc.

    After five and a half successful years at the helm, George Abbott will be stepping down from his role as President and CEO of The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. George’s tenure has been [...]

  • Two women talk about the audio described movie event, they are laughing and smiling.

    Audio Described Cinema Night

    Vice President of the Lighthouse Foundation Board, Jennifer Smith, kicked off the Lighthouse’s Spring Campaign activities with a unique and fun event on June 18th on Capitol Hill in Seattle. In an effort to [...]