
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 |
Cassandra Dump | Chapter President |
Randy Wechter | Vice President |
Nathan Clookie | Chapter Engagement Manager |
Scott Soady/Raquel Alim | Co-Resource Chairs |
Robin McCoy/Janine Marks Nixon | Co-Education Chairs |
Denise Keller | Revenue Chair |
Foundation Contact
Nathan Clookie
Director, Chapter Engagement, West
nclookie[at]fightingblindness.orgChapter Events
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PRPH2 and Associated Retinal Diseases Workshop
Save the Date! The PRPH2 and Associated Retinal Diseases Workshop will be on March 29-31, 2023, at the Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines in San Diego, CA.
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San Diego Chapter Speaker Series
Please join the Foundation Fighting Blindness San Diego Chapter for our Summer 2023 Speaker Series!
Past Events
The San Diego Chapter hosted an all-chapter picnic on July 16th, 2022. In addition to social activities like our picnic, the San Diego Chapter hosts educational seminars and fundraising events. If you’d like to join us for our next event, contact us at SanDiego@FightingBlindness.org.

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