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. Prior to working in tech, she was a sign language interpreter for ten years, specializing in DeafBlind interpreting. She holds a Master of Science degree in UX Design, a Bachelor’s degree in Visual Arts, and an Associate’s degree in ASL Interpreting.  Rachel loves living near Green Lake with her husband Ben, son Bodhi, and elderly dachshund named Loomp after Picasso’s dachshund.

Rachel was a freelance interpreter with the Lighthouse for several years and was an active volunteer at the Seabeck Annual retreats, DeafBlind Community classes, and more. Over the past few years, she continued to stay connected to the Lighthouse through events, recruiting additional volunteers as needed. She feels this is a good time in her life to get more involved.

Rachel became passionate about working with people with disabilities first through her Deaf and DeafBlind friendships. Then about six years ago she herself became disabled, which fueled her interest and made her even more invested in doing all she could to promote opportunities for people with disabilities and independence. She dreamt of joining the Lighthouse’s board of directors and is eager to begin!

Rachel wants to spread the word about all the great work the Lighthouse is doing! From her discussions with current Lighthouse representatives, her personal and professional familiarity with the DeafBlind program and community – she’s excited to bring a new perspective to the board. Rachel is enthusiastic and ready to jump in as needed, sharing the Lighthouse with new potential donors.

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    Join us in welcoming Rachel Grossman-Kahn to our Foundation Board of Directors!

    February 26th, 2025

    Join us in welcoming Rachel Grossman-Kahn to our Foundation Board of Directors! About Rachel Grossman-Kahn Rachel Grossman-Kahn is a passionate Seattle disability advocate.  She works at Best Buy as an Accessibility UX Designer, ensuring [...]

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    How STCU Helps Empower Blind and DeafBlind People in Spokane

    February 4th, 2025

    The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. is proud to announce STCU’s Here for Good Foundation at Innovia Foundation as a Lighthouse Community Partner for the Lighthouse Orientation and Mobility Program Campaign in the Inland Northwest [...]

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    DAF Grant Recommendations are Now Even Easier!

    June 20th, 2024

    Have a Donor Advised Fund (DAF)? Now you can initiate your DAF grant recommendation right from the Lighthouse website. Visit "Ways to Give" to find our new DAF Direct form. Complete the form to initiate [...]