
San Diego Chapter
Contact Info
Nathan Clookie, Director, Chapter Engagement, West
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.
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.orgChapter Events
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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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Join the San Diego Chapter on Saturday, December 16th for our monthly networking social!
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

Bowling Social – February 25, 2023


Speaker Series – June 3, 2023


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