Pittsburgh Chapter

Contact Info

Bailey Bostelman, Director, Chapter Engagement, East

chapters@fightingblindness.org

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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.

Pittsburgh Chapter Leadership

Name Role
Bailey Bostelman Chapter Engagement Manager
Eric Bennardo Chapter President
Emma Huckins Education Chair
Michelle Alabek Resource Chair

Foundation Contact

Bailey Bostelman

Director, Chapter Engagement, East

Chapter Events

Oct 28, 2023

16th Annual Pittsburgh VisionWalk

Since its inception in the Spring of 2006, VisionWalk has raised over $63 million to fund sight-saving research. As promising treatments move into critical human studies, the need for research funding is greater than ever. Join the tens of thousands of people who have taken important steps toward a cure by participating in VisionWalk.

Event

Additional Resources

  • Find a Doctor Who Sees Patients with Inherited Retinal Diseases
  • Learn more about Raising our Sights Do-It-Yourself Events