WAGATHON is a cumulative marathon that you and your dog can do anywhere, at your own pace, through September’s National Guide Dog Month. The ultimate goal is to hit 26.2 miles by September 30 – participation is simple, whether you run or walk a 5K, a 10K, a half or full marathon, the goal is… Continue reading WAGATHON 2026! Get ready!
Guiding Eyes for the Blind is proud to partner with Liberty Bank Foundation to help support our mission of providing guide dogs to those with vision loss so they can experience increased independence, mobility, opportunity, and an enhanced quality of life. This collaboration reflects a shared devotion to bringing powerful, meaningful change to the lives of people… Continue reading Liberty Bank Helps Open New Paths to Independence
For a person who is blind or visually impaired, navigating the world can sometimes feel like stepping into the unknown. At Guiding Eyes for the Blind, we are dedicated to replacing that uncertainty with confidence. Every Guiding Eyes guide dog provides more than safe travel – they offer trusted partnership, greater independence, and the freedom… Continue reading Make-A-Will Month: Create Your Will for Free and Leave a Lasting Legacy
Celebrating New Partnerships Share in the joy of this moment, when our students look forward to the adventures ahead with their Guiding Eyes guide dog. These intimate celebrations are recorded for guests interested in experiencing a Guiding Eyes graduation, but unable to join us in-person. It is our hope that people attending graduation, whether in-person… Continue reading Graduation is Time to Celebrate
We are excited to share highlights from our 49th Annual Guiding Eyes for the Blind Golf Classic, held on June 15 at the scenic Mount Kisco Country Club. It was an unforgettable day filled with golf, incredible guide dogs, adorable puppies, and an inspiring show of generosity. We are deeply grateful to everyone who participated… Continue reading A Memorable 2026 Guiding Eyes Golf Classic
Accessibility Removes Barriers and Unlocks the Possible Each year, the third Thursday of May marks Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD). Join Guiding Eyes on May 21, 2026, in recognizing the importance of accessibility for our community. We often notice accessibility in physical spaces: a public restroom or ramped entrance that accommodates wheelchair users, an accessible… Continue reading Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD) 2026
You are handed the puppy in a parking lot. A velvety yellow blur, all paws and ribs and potential, wriggling in your arms like joy weaponized. She has a name that sounds too big for her, something noble or old-fashioned, and it hits you like a benediction. You are responsible for this. A tiny future guide… Continue reading The Goodbye Is the Gift
This Mother’s Day, we’re celebrating some very special canine moms at Guiding Eyes for the Blind. 🌷 Before a puppy can grow into a guide dog, their journey begins under their mother’s care. In our Whelping Kennel, each brood (mom) and her puppies are supported by a dedicated team that helps provide a safe, healthy,… Continue reading Pampering the Moms Behind the Mission
Gratitude in action: honoring the ❤️ behind the harness Volunteer Appreciation Month has officially come to a close, and we are still smiling from such an incredible week celebrating all of our amazing volunteers! We loved welcoming them to campus for a variety of experiences, including blindfolded dog walks, tours of the new Wellness… Continue reading A Successful Volunteer Appreciation Celebration
Every guide dog partnership begins long before a harness is placed in hand. It begins with people – dedicated volunteers who give their time, care, and energy to move our mission forward. During National Volunteer Week, we celebrate the full community behind each partnership. From those working hands-on with our pups to those supporting operations in… Continue reading National Volunteer Week 2026
