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Beacon Stories
Sean was diagnosed with dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD) in his 40s. Now Sean is using his AMD as an opportunity to educate others about the spectrum of blinding diseases while fundraising for the Foundation Fighting Blindness.
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Your Dollar Makes a Difference
Donation InformationAt the Foundation Fighting Blindness, a dollar is more than just a dollar – it’s a path to transforming lives. But just where does your donation go?
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DIY Campaign Success Stories
Sean Teare has completed a marathon and a triathlon as DIY fundraisers for the Foundation Fighting Blindness.
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Ambitious Swimmer Spreading Optimism
Beacon Stories26-year-old Becca is a two-time Paralympic swimmer for Team USA, diagnosed with Usher syndrome type 1 (USH1) at only four years old. But she has never let her diagnosis with Usher syndrome stop her from doing exactly what she puts her mind to.
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Don’t Let Others Tell You What You Can’t Do
Beacon StoriesNaheda, a brilliant scientist, has never let her visual impairment stop her from accomplishing her goals and encourages other students with disabilities not to be intimidated by difficult situations. Her story underscores how important it is to ask for help when needed to achieve success.
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Lulie Gund: Beloved Philanthropist, Role Model and Confidant
Beacon StoriesLlura Gund, often referred to as Lulie, was known for her infectious kind smile and love of life.
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Sue Lives Life to the Fullest and Wants to Help Others Do the Same
Personal StoriesMeet Sue Sanger. Sue was diagnosed with retinitis pigmentosa (RP) at the age of 29 but has continued to travel, advance in her legal and political career, and more. In the following story, Sue explains, in her own words, all she has accomplished since learning she has RP and why she’s a supporter and member of the Foundation Fighting Blindness Legacy Society.
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Beacon Stories
This is a father’s story on the night that changed his and his family’s life forever.
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Personal Stories
“If someone like me, a woman with retinitis pigmentosa and a part-time job, can leave a legacy gift, you can too! And trust me, it feels really, really good to know that part of your life’s work will contribute to something meaningful for future generations.”
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Al Linde “Keeps on Rolling” with Macular Degeneration
Beacon StoriesAl Linde has learned to “just roll with it” throughout his life to overcome many challenges.
