Category: News & Events

David Wood came to Guiding Eyes to be matched to his first guide dog. Since their graduation, his partnership with Tessi, a female yellow lab known for a keen desire to work and the pink heart on her nose, has brought not only increased independence, but awareness and understanding.  David shares his thoughts below.  … Continue reading 5 Lessons My Guide Dog Taught Me About Leadership

Thank you for partnering with Guiding Eyes for the Blind through your generous support. As the end of the year approaches, please consider the following gift options — they may be an excellent, (and tax-wise!), way for you to make a life-changing impact in the lives of people with vision loss through exceptional Guiding Eyes… Continue reading Year End Giving: 10 Ways to Give

Giving Tuesday, the first Tuesday after Thanksgiving, is a global annual event committed to promoting charitable giving and unity. In 2023, Giving Tuesday falls on November 28th, serving as a special day to acknowledge the crucial role that guide dogs play in the lives of individuals with vision loss. Guiding Eyes dogs not only enhance… Continue reading Giving Tuesday: 5 Ways to Give

This Holiday, Make a Lasting Impact at Guiding Eyes What does leaving a legacy at Guiding Eyes mean? A legacy means including Guiding Eyes in your estate or financial plans, making a lasting gift that extends beyond your lifetime. Our guide dogs change lives — and your legacy gift can too, guiding the blind and… Continue reading Join the Legacy: Your Gift Can Shape the Future

Halloween Photo Challenge 2023: WE HAVE A WINNER!  Congratulations OHIO! Ohio (8O16), the “Guide Dog Trainer”, is a released pup who was raised and adopted by Janet Newcity in the Cleveland West Region. Good job, Ohio & Janet! 🎃   It’s that time of year when the air is crisp, the leaves fall, and pumpkins get faces, so we reached out… Continue reading Halloween Pups: We have a Winner!

October 16-22, 2023 is National Estate Planning Awareness Week Did you know that over 56% of Americans do not have an up-to-date estate plan?* There is no better time than the present to explore how you can create an estate plan to express your health care wishes and secure your financial future, and that of… Continue reading National Estate Planning Awareness Week: Oct 16-22

Guiding Eyes for the Blind is thrilled to announce our recent appearance on AKC.tv’s “AKC Good Dog TV”. The American Kennel Club’s series is dedicated to sharing stories of dogs and their relationship with the people who love them. In our feature, viewers are introduced to our community of people working together to make a… Continue reading AKC.tv Highlights Guiding Eyes

It’s that time of year again, when the autumn air brings with it the familiar feeling of “Back to School.” But this season isn’t just for students; it’s also an exciting time for several Guiding Eyes “Pups-on-Program.” Puppies of varying ages have embarked on college campuses, attending classes, bonding with friends in dorm rooms and… Continue reading Pups on Campus

From Spotify for Podcasters: Guided by Love, by Catherine FenlonAugust 2023:  Guiding Eyes Puppy RaisingGuest: Aileen King, Westchester County NY Puppy Raiser   “It will change your life, genuinely…“ We are pleased to share with you the 2nd podcast highlighting Guiding Eyes from Catherine Fenlon, a high school student and Guiding Eyes volunteer. She was introduced… Continue reading Puppy Raising – it will change your life

The WAGATHON is a cumulative marathon that you and your dog can do anywhere, at your own pace through the month of September. 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 Wag With Me 2023