San Diego Chapter

^{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.

San Diego Chapter Leadership

Name	Role
Randy Wechter	Chapter President
Raquel Alim	Vice President
Nathan Clookie	Chapter Engagement Manager
Scott Soady, Lori Meyers and Mike Meyers	Resource Chairs
Robin McCoy	Education Chair
OPEN	Revenue Chair
OPEN	A.I.D.E. Chair
Frank and Debbie DeSilva	Membership Chair

Foundation Contact

Nathan Clookie

Director, Chapter Engagement, West

nclookie[at]fightingblindness.org

Chapter Events

Oct 22, 2023

San Diego 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. Register today!

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Dec 2, 2023

San Diego Chapter Speaker Series

SAVE THE DATE - Join the San Diego Chapter on Saturday, December 2nd for next Speaker Series. Enjoy an opportunity to connect with others in the low vision community and learn the latest research and clinical trial updates.

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Dec 16, 2023

San Diego Chapter Social

Join the San Diego Chapter on Saturday, December 16th for our monthly networking social!

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^{Past Events}

The San Diego Chapter hosts many activities from social activities, to education seminars, and fundraising events. If you’d like to join us for our next event, contact us at SanDiego@FightingBlindness.org.

San Diego VisionWalk Kickoff - September 9, 2023

World Para Athletics Championships – July 2023

San Diego Chapter member, Isaac Jean Paul, recently took home the gold medal in the men's long jump event at the World Para Athletics Championships held in Paris, France in July 2023