Houston Chapter
Contact Info
Juliana Gaona, Chapter Engagement Manager, Southwest
chapters@fightingblindness.org
The Strength of the Foundation is Through Our Communities
The Foundation Fighting Blindness Chapter network brings people together across the country to join in fighting blinding retinal diseases. Our family of volunteers and leaders stand up for those impacted by blinding diseases. From day one, they share the latest research and advancements, and provide access to local resources to guide individuals through their personal journey. And together, they celebrate the Foundation’s mission.
We are winning thanks to the dedication of our Chapters focusing on three key areas: education, resources, and revenue. Through informative sessions, Foundation staff, community, and national experts provide research information, low vision resources, and outreach to our local retinal specialists and eye care professionals. To continue accelerating our mission, each community is invited to be a stakeholder by participating in our fundraising events.
The Foundation Fighting Blindness Chapter Vision
Our vision is to bring a community together to end blinding diseases.
Houston Chapter Leadership
| Name | Role |
| Carley Colton | Chapter President |
| Naomi Panarella | Vice President |
| Mo Salama & Abi Santhanam | Co-Education Chairs |
| Julie Sherber | Revenue Chair |
Foundation Contact
Juliana Gaona
Chapter Engagement Manager, Southwest
jgaona[at]fightingblindness.orgChapter Events
National Chapter Vision Webinar: Emerging Therapies and Research for Inherited Retinal Diseases
The 90-minute national webinar will feature guest presentations on emerging gene therapies from Opus, a potential anti-oxidative treatment from Nacuity, and a promising cell-based treatment from OkuloVision. The panel will answer questions from the audience on a wide range of research, clinical, and therapy development topics.
Additional Resources
- Find a Doctor Who Sees Patients with Inherited Retinal Diseases
- Learn more about Raising our Sights Do-It-Yourself Events
