Foundation Fighting Blindness

We're proud to recognize Greenberg Traurig, LLP as a Champion Sponsor of the New York City VisionWalk! Thank you for your generous support and commitment to driving sight-saving research forward. Image Description: The VisionWalk 20 Years logo on the left, and the Greenberg Traurig, LLP on the right.

Spotlight on Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP) 👁️🗨️ Understanding your genetic makeup can provide valuable insights into RP and potential treatment options. Learn about the Foundation Fighting Blindness' My Retina Tracker Program and how you can receive free genetic testing today. Knowledge is power! Learn more on the Foundation's website at: https://lnkd.in/eAh8nf2J Video Description: Dark blue background with the Foundation Fighting Blindness and Spotlight on RP logos top-left. Text below that reads, "The most common genes associated with retinitis pigmentosa are PRPF31, PRPH2, RDH12, RHO, RPE65, ABCA4, MAK, MERTK, NR2E3, PDE6B, and RPGR." A spiraling blue and purple DNA strand at the bottom.

This week, our CEO, Jason Menzo, is in Washington, D.C. meeting with congressional offices to advocate for our mission and the federal infrastructure needed to advance it. Learn more about how to connect with your Congress members on our website at: https://bit.ly/4i4DDoe

Spotlight on Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP) 👁️🗨️ RP is an inherited retinal disease often diagnosed in childhood or adolescence. It typically starts with the gradual loss of night and peripheral vision, and over time, may lead to legal or complete blindness. Knowledge is power! Learn more about living with RP at: https://lnkd.in/enk3m6wK Image Description: Dark blue background with the Foundation Fighting Blindness and Spotlight on Retinitis Pigmentosa logos top-left. Text below that reads, "In most forms of retinitis pigmentosa (RP), retinal rods are affected first, causing loss of peripheral and night vision." An illustration of two eyes below, the left showing an unaffected retina, the right showing a retina with affected rods.

Today is #WorldHealthDay—a perfect time to remember that health isn’t just physical, it’s mental too. Meet Jessie Wolinsky, Vice President of our Bay Area Chapter. Jessie is living with retinitis pigmentosa (RP) and studying to become a mental health counselor. Her journey is a powerful example of resilience and the importance of caring for your whole self. Let’s keep advocating for accessible, inclusive health for all—body and mind. Video Description: Jessie sits cross-legged on the floor and speaks directly to the camera.

We’re celebrating the incredible success of our recent VisionWalks in Austin-San Antonio and Dallas-Fort Worth! Together, these communities raised over $77,000 to fund critical research for blinding diseases—and nearly 400 walkers showed up to make it happen. 👏 A heartfelt thank you to our generous sponsors: United Heritage Credit Union, Blue Goji, H-E-B, Southwest Airlines, and the O'Connor & Hewitt Foundation. Your support is helping us drive our mission forward. 📅 More VisionWalks are on the horizon—join us and be part of the mission! www.VisionWalk.org Image Description: [Slide one] Walkers stand behind two balloon columns while a young child cuts a ribbon for the ribbon-cutting ceremony. [Slide two] A father and son walk through two balloon columns. [Slide three] Man wearing a VisionWalk shirt, holding a staff while waving a blue pompom in the air. [Slide four] VisionWalkers walking along Walk route. [Slide five] Two VisionWalkers along the Walk route posing for a photo.

We are deeply grateful to our Community Champion sponsor, The Townsend Family, for their generous support of the Jacksonville, FL VisionWalk! Your dedication fuels our mission to drive sight-saving research and bring hope to those affected by blinding diseases. Thank you for making a difference! 💙

In today's episode of Eye on the Cure, Jen Bernstein at Horizon Government Affairs, and Sharon King of Taylor’s Tale, talk to host Ben Shaberman about how to schedule and conduct a visit with your House Member in your local district to advocate for important issues. With federal eye research funding at great risk and a Congressional district work period coming in mid-April, now is an ideal time to schedule a visit with your House Member. Listen to the episode and visit our website for a simple, step-by-step guide to planning your visit! https://bit.ly/4i4DDoe Image Description: Dark blue background with Foundation Fighting Blindness logo in the top left and Eye on the Cure Podcast logo in the top right. Teal half circle at the top center with "Ep. 84" inside. Below, text reads, "Listen to the latest podcast episode out now. April 3, 2025." The Capital building with text below that reads, "How to Contact Congress."

We couldn’t do this without you! A heartfelt thank you to our Community Champion, the George & Mary Josephine Hamman Foundation, for sponsoring our upcoming Houston VisionWalk! Your support makes a real difference in the lives of those affected by blinding diseases. 💙 Image Description: The VisionWalk 20 Years logo on the left, and the George and Mary Josephine Hamman Foundation on the right.

Shoutout to Jacksonville VisionWalk Community Champion sponsor, Patricia and Tom Brunet! Your support fuels hope, innovation, and progress in the fight against blinding diseases. Thank you for making an impact! 👏