GUIDING EYES FOR THE BLIND
Guiding Eyes for the Blind internationally accredited organization pairs people with vision loss with Service Dogs and lifetime support services to give them greater independence.
LIFE CHANGING CONNECTIONS
Since 1954, Guiding Eyes has managed to thrive on goodness, even in the most difficult of times. They relied on the goodness of their loyal base of generous supporters, passionate staff and dedicated volunteers to come together to meet the growing needs of their diverse community of people with vision loss. Through this unwavering support and dedication, Guiding Eyes has graduated more than 10,000 guide dog teams. They believe in the powerful, meaningful change that our beautiful dogs bring to the lives of people facing the daily challenges that blindness and vision loss present.
SERVICE PROVIDED FREE Of CHARGE
The journey from playful pup to professional Guiding Eyes dog takes up to 3 years and can cost up to $50,000 annually.
DEDICATED, COMPASSIONATE VOLUNTEERS
More than 1,700 volunteers are a vital part of the Guiding Eyes community. They participate in everything from raising, training, and socializing potential guide dogs to supporting their day-to-day operations.