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Our mission is to empower the blind and visually impaired toward independent living through education, support services and skills training.

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Remembering Board Secretary Sonja Jackson

Posted: Friday, January 6th, 2023

Sonja C. Jackson lived an active life in her beloved community of Pacific Grove.  She was born on September 20, 1947 in Malden, MA and passed away on January 1, 2023. In her early days on the Peninsula, Sonja worked for the Federal Civil Service. During the 1970’s, Sonja and her husband, “J”, purchased their […] Read more

2022 Fall Gala and Silent Auction – November 12, 2022

Posted: Monday, September 26th, 2022

On Saturday, November 12, 2022, The Blind and Visually Impaired Center of Monterey County will host our Fall Gala and Silent Auction at the Monterey Marriott, Ferrantes Bay View Room.  Individual seats cost $150 per person.  Sponsor tables cost $3,000 and includes seating for eight guest at your private, preferred view table, name recognition in […] Read more

Blind and Visually Impaired Center Receives Office Revision Grant from Manitou Fund and the McNeely Family

Posted: Monday, September 26th, 2022

The Blind and Visually Impaired Center of Monterey County would like thank Manitou Fund and The McNeely Family for their generosity in supporting our work.  Their ongoing contributions have allowed us to provide services to hundreds of residents of Monterey County and provide the essential education, skills training, and services to help these individuals lead […] Read more

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