Vision Forward

10/09/2026

Helping to give individuals who are blind or visually impaired, the information they need to vote confidently, independently, and accessibly.

Join us on October 20, from 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm at Vision Forward 10150 W National Ave. Light refreshments will be served. While registration isn't necessary, if you are able to, you can register at vision-forward.org/event/voter

Join us for this FREE voting webinar that walks participants who are visually impaired through the process of registration.

10/09/2026

Fall is one of our two busiest seasons for outreach at Vision Forward, and Veronica, our Outreach Specialist, has been running in all sorts of directions this past month—creating connections and raising awareness of Vision Forward wherever she goes. Just a few of her recent activities include traveling to Wausau as a vendor at a statewide convention for ADRC employees and related professionals; speaking to the Wellness Committee of the Milwaukee County Commission on Aging; representing Vision Forward at the UCC’s health fair and numerous other community health fairs; participating in Fall Prevention Week activities throughout Milwaukee County; sharing the impact of our organization through the United Way speaking bureau; providing tours of our new facility; and presenting Stepping On in both English and Spanish. And that’s not everything!

Thank you, Veronica, for your energy, enthusiasm and commitment to creating greater awareness of Vision Forward and building meaningful connections throughout our communities. And thank you to all of our staff that support our outreach efforts! It truly takes a team to reach as many people as we do.

10/09/2026

Cedar Community Magazine in West Bend recently featured our client Audrey McGarvie.

When residents at Cedar Community expressed a need for a Low Vision Support Group, Audrey stepped up to bring them together. With guidance and resources from Vision Forward, she turned an idea into an opportunity for connection, shared experiences, and support for people living with vision loss.

Read her story here on pages 8-11. https://issuu.com/cedarcommunity/docs/2026_autumn_live_more

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Read our autumn edition to learn about the ARC and so much more!

10/08/2026

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A donor-advised fund (DAF) is a charitable giving account that allows donors to set aside funds for philanthropy and recommend grants to the nonprofits they care about over time.

This , consider recommending a grant to Vision Forward. Your support helps empower individuals with vision loss through life-changing services, adaptive technology, education, and advocacy.

Making a gift is easy! Vision Forward's donation page includes a DAF giving tool that connects directly with many donor-advised fund providers, making it simple to recommend your grant online.

Together, we're creating a more accessible and independent future for all.
Learn more and give today: vision-forward.org/donate

10/08/2026

A child's vision shapes how they learn and see the world. This World Sight Day, we're joining Prevent Blindness and more than 115 organizations to support the EDVI Act and give every child the chance to see clearly.

10/08/2026

October is Estate Planning Month—a time to think about the future and the legacy you want to leave behind.

Estate planning isn’t just about what happens to your assets. It’s an opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of others and support the causes that matter most to you.

By including Vision Forward in your estate plans, you can help ensure that people of all ages with vision loss continue to have access to the services, training and resources they need to live with greater independence and confidence.

Our Legacy donor Scott Lone describes why he chose Vision Forward https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oedFctH5BAc

Your legacy can help Vision Forward continue to empower, educate and enhance lives for generations to come.

Learn more about leaving a legacy with Vision Forward: vision-forward.org/support-us/planned-giving/

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10/08/2026

This World Sight Day, we're proud to support the Early Detection of Vision Impairments for Children Act. Untreated vision problems affect how a child learns, grows, and thrives, and right now there's no national program to catch them early. That needs to change. 👁️

10/07/2026

Amazon Prime Day ends at midnight tonight!

Looking for a simple way to support Vision Forward? Visit our Amazon Wish List and help us provide the supplies, tools and resources our children with visual impairments need to build independence and reach their goals.

Every purchase makes a difference and helps us continue empowering children with vision loss.

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1OYCY58QWQZOZ?leftNavSection=Shopping&ref_=abls_lnv_sl&source=leftnav

Thank you for helping Vision Forward make a difference!

10/07/2026

From our partners at Beyond Vision

10/06/2026

Fall Scavenger Hunt & Trick-or-Treat Fun! Wednesday, October 28th
Morning Group: 10:00 AM / Afternoon Group: 1:30 PM

Join us for a fun-filled Fall Scavenger Hunt as we explore the building, search for fall surprises, and collect treats!

Parents, siblings, and outpatient students are welcome to join us.

Costumes are encouraged!
Children may come to school dressed in their costumes. After the event, costumes will be removed and stored safely in their cubbies.

We look forward to celebrating fall with you and your family!