Jacksonville Chapter

Chapter Contact

Cassandra Fridovich

CFridovich@FightingBlindness.org

For the past 18 years, I have lived with hope and no longer with fear that my brother, cousin, and son may have to lose their sight entirely due to sight-saving research supported by the Foundation. Our family is coast to coast. My involvement with our Jacksonville Area Chapter and Dr. Sandeep Grover is a blessing. It provides education and support for us, allows us to support others, and has been the extended family that truly understands day-to-day challenges…and is always there for us and others. It is sometimes hard to take a step to reach out. Once you do, you will never feel alone and misunderstood again. We are here. We truly care.

Suzi Ford - Chapter Revenue Chair

The Chapter Network has Three Areas of Focus

  • EDUCATION. Learn the latest in blinding retinal disease research.

  • RESOURCES. Get connected to local community resources and specialists.

  • REVENUE. Raise funds through VisionWalks, dinners, DIY fundraisers, and more.

Jacksonville Chapter Leadership

Name Role
Adriann Keve Chapter President
Emily Townsend-Cobb Vice President
Dr. Sandeep Grover  Chapter Member
Suzi Ford Corporate Engagement Chair
Nick Mendler Chapter Member

Looking for a chance to make a real difference? The Jacksonville Chapter is searching for passionate individuals who want to drive research for treatments and cures for blinding diseases. If you're enthusiastic about our mission and eager to be a champion in the community, we'd love to have you on our Chapter Leadership Team! Please contact Cassandra Fridovich to learn more.

Chapter Events

  • Insights Forum | Thursday, September 24, 2026

    • Sep 24, 2026
    • 11:00 a.m. (EDT)
    • Virtual

    The Foundation Fighting Blindness is pleased to invite you to the upcoming Insights Forum, our quarterly conference call providing updates to the blinding disease community. The focus of this call is to report progress on the Foundation’s mission-related initiatives, highlight recent developments and provide scientific and research updates.

    Insights Forum

  • Quarterly Vision Webinar: Thyroid Eye Disease (TED)

    • Oct 17, 2026
    • 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. (EDT)
    • Virtual

    Learn more about Thyroid Eye Disease (TED)

    Foundation Event

Additional Resources

  • Find a doctor who sees patients with inherited retinal diseases
  • Learn more about our Vision Warrior program and do-it-yourself events