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Columbia Lighthouse for the Blind and accessiBe Partner to launch Podcast fostering Positive Connection between Businesses and the Blind Community

Washington, DC – Wednesday, June 26, 2024 – Columbia Lighthouse for the Blind (CLB) and accessiBe, the market leader in web accessibility solutions, today announced a partnership to launch a collaboration of the “Where Are We Now” and “Spotlight Sessions” podcasts. The joint show aims to foster a deeper understanding between the blind and low-vision […]

Serving people with vision loss since 1900 in the Washington, DC Region.

WASHINGTON, May 17, 2024– Today, May 17, 2024, marks Columbia Lighthouse for the Blind’s (CLB) 124-year anniversary. “We are honored to celebrate this monumental anniversary of 124 years of essential programs and services to people of all ages who are blind or visually impaired,” said CLB President and CEO Tony Cancelosi. “I am grateful to […]

Employment Growth for Second Consecutive Year

 March 10th, 2017, Washington, DC – Columbia Lighthouse for the Blind (CLB) was honored by National Industries for the Blind (NIB), the nation’s largest employment resource for people who are blind, with the 2016 Employment Growth Award. The award recognizes Columbia Lighthouse for the Blind’s efforts to increase employment retention, growth and upward mobility for […]

Light the Way – Walk for Independence

For Immediate Release                                  Contact: Jocelyn Hunter, (202) 454-6400  MEDIA ADVISORY Columbia Lighthouse for the Blind Hosts Light the Way – Walk for Independence on the National Mall WHAT:            Columbia Lighthouse for the Blind will host its 6th Annual Light the Way – Walk for Independence on Sunday, October 9th, 2016. This year’s event will occur […]

57th Annual Camp Lighthouse

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Jocelyn HunterWashington, DC – June 2016 202-454-6422jhunter@clb.org 57th Annual Camp Lighthouse WHO: Columbia Lighthouse for the Blind (CLB) will host an annual tradition, its 57th Camp Lighthouse, at the YMCA in Silver Spring. WHAT: Campers ages 6 – 12, who are blind or visually impaired, will participate in camp activities such […]

Media Advisory: Shot in the Dark: Friday, May 13, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMEDIA ADVISORY Contact: Jocelyn HunterDirector of Communications(202) 454-6422, officejhunter@clb.org Columbia Lighthouse for the Blind to Host 4th Annual Shot in the Dark Golf Classic and Casino Night Event to Raise Awareness about the Capabilities of People with Vision Loss WHEN: Friday, May 13, 20161:00 PM – 18-hole scramble where golfers will enjoy opportunities […]