The big change: a charitable tax break returns for standard-deduction filers A key benefit for donors in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act is that it brings back a charitable tax incentive for people who take the standard deduction – which is the vast majority of taxpayers. (IRS) In plain terms: starting with the 2026 tax… Continue reading A New Tax Incentive Makes Giving Easier for More People in 2026
The “R” litter has arrived! Meet Rumor, Raisin, Rockette, Ruffles, Rapunzel, and Risotto! Congratulations to Thimble and Homer, now mom and dad to six sweet female Labrador Retriever puppies! Yes, you heard us right – all girls! Rumor, Raisin, Rockette, Ruffles, Rapunzel, and Risotto We are so grateful for everything you do to further our… Continue reading Thank you for naming our “R” litter!
We’re excited to share that graduate Arturo and his guide dog Vangie were featured in a New York Living segment on Pix11, highlighting Giving Tuesday. Their “Tail-Waggin’ Tuesday” spot focused on Guiding Eyes for the Blind, our Giving Tuesday 3x match initiative, and the guide dog training process. Arturo spoke passionately about the tremendous impact… Continue reading Celebrating Giving Tuesday on NY Pix11
December 2, 2025 Giving Tuesday, the first Tuesday after Thanksgiving, is a global annual event committed to promoting charitable giving and unity. This year, on December 2, it offers a meaningful moment to celebrate the vital impact guide dogs have in the lives of people with vision loss. Guiding Eyes dogs bring more than just… Continue reading Giving Tuesday 2025
Amazon Wishlists for our puppies and dogs! 🎁 Training School WishlistHockmeyer Puppy Pavilion WishlistWhelping Kennel WishlistBreeding Kennel WishlistHome Socialization Wishlist The holiday season is here, and the dogs and puppies at Guiding Eyes want to remind you that pups love presents too! Guiding Eyes has several Amazon Wishlists available for those wishing to purchase gifts… Continue reading Visit our Amazon Wishlists!
Did you know that Guiding Eyes has Puppy Raising Clubs at 12 U.S. colleges and universities? And the number continues to increase, as other colleges develop opportunities on their campuses. Over 60 puppies, learning essential skills, wearing their “Future Guide Dog” vests, and working towards that future, are being raised by college students who participate… Continue reading Pups to Guides: Full Circle at Univ. of Delaware
Guiding Eyes for the Blind is pleased to announce that Christopher Perry has joined the organization as its new President and Chief Executive Officer, effective November 3, 2025. Perry is a seasoned nonprofit executive with a distinguished career spanning leadership roles in several mission-driven organizations. He employs a servant leadership approach and has a proven… Continue reading Guiding Eyes Welcomes Christopher Perry as Incoming President & CEO
At Guiding Eyes, maintaining the health and wellbeing of our world-class canines is our primary concern from the day our litters are born – for it is the health of the dog that ensures the safety of the graduate they will one day guide. For all dogs, physical and mental health are equally important, as… Continue reading Keeping a Guide Dog Healthy: Essential Care and Preventive Tips -Sponsored by Spot Pet
Congratulations to our First Place Winner and recipient of the Spot Pet Insurance prize package: 🔮 Hocus Pocus The Hocus Pocus Witches, Submitted by Alissa Phillips (Breeding dogs, Pearl -1P23, Dondie -2G23, & Apricot -1A24) And a big shout-out to our Runners Up: 2nd 🍯 Winnie the Pooh Submitted by Kari Parrish (Adirondack puppy, Winnie – 6WW25) 3rd 🎩 Dr. Seuss Submitted by Gayle Fowler, (Baltimore… Continue reading Happy Howl-o-ween: the winners are in! 🎃
Over $106,000 Raised! At Guiding Eyes for the Blind, we are committed to fostering life-changing connections between our students and their guide dogs. This September, over 361 participants logged more than 7,000 miles to celebrate National Guide Dog Month, and raise crucial funds to support Guiding Eyes’ mission. Our community joined together – whether hitting… Continue reading Thank You for a Successful WAGATHON 2025
