Blind Beginnings

Blind Beginnings is currently hiring! We are looking to fill a position for Early Childhood Visual Impairment Consultants. If you are interested in joining our dynamic and passionate team and help us with our mission to inspire and support children and youth who are blind or partially sighted and their families, head on over to our website for more details and to apply! https://lnkd.in/gE4fPPas #JoinOurTeam #NowHiring #BlindBeginnings

Thank you so much for all those who attended and supported our Blind Beginnings Taste of Fall event this past Saturday, Oct. 26th! We gathered together at Van Dusen Botanical Garden, with over 100 people in attendance. The night was a great success and would not have been possible without the generosity of everyone who contributed their time, energy, donations, and support. We would like to thank our incredible co-sponsor for the evening, PCI Developments, as well as Ventana Construction, and a special thanks to AMI. We also would like to thank the Air Canada Foundation and Onni Group for providing several of our raffle prizes, and all those individuals and organizations that donated items to our Silent Auction. Finally, we have to give a heartfelt thank you to the volunteer members of our Fundraising Committee and the event volunteers that came out to help with everything from set-up to tear-down and everything in between. We could not have done it without you. Thank you everyone for a spectacular evening once again this year!

The Taste of Fall Silent Auction is now open and available to all! Get ready to dive into the cozy spirit of fall because our Taste of Fall Silent Auction is officially open! The auction is now open and will close at 9:30 PM on October 26th. Whether you're attending the Taste of Fall event or not, everyone is welcome to join the fun and snag some great items! This year, we’ve packed the auction with fun items that are sure to spark your interest— From BC Lions football tickets to BC Ballet tickets, there’s something for everyone. Follow the instructions below, explore the offerings, and place your bids before time runs out! To get started, text AUCTION to 604-757-1982 from your mobile device. A link will be sent to you via text that will take you to the sign in page for the Auction. May the best bid win! #ATasteOfFall #SilentAuction #BlindBeginnings

Looking to escape the rain? Are you ready to lay on a beach on a Caribbean island? Do you want to set out on a true adventure in the jungles of Hawaii? How about a lobster dinner on the East Coast of Canada? Or check out the Northern Lights in the Yukon? Well, with our Taste of Fall Raffle, you can! The Raffle's GRAND prize includes two Economy Class return tickets for travel to any Air Canada scheduled destination in North America including Hawaii, Mexico, and the Caribbean courtesy of the Air Canada Foundation! It may not be a Caribbean island, but our Taste of Fall event is a great way to enjoy the fall season and get out of the rain. Join us this Saturday October 26th at VanDusen Botanical Garden for our cocktail-style fundraising event and purchase a raffle ticket for a chance to win! The event runs from 7pm to 10pm and also includes tasting stations, 50/50 Draw, and silent auction. Purchase your tickets to A Taste of Fall here: https://ow.ly/BkQp50TR700 #nolimits #limitless #blindbeginnings #TasteOfFall Must be 19+ and a resident of British Columbia.

Ticket are still available, but time is running out! Get your tickets now and come join us this Saturday, Oct. 26th for our annual fundraising event, this year taking place at the picturesque VanDusen Botanical Garden! Blind Beginnings and PCI Developments presents "A Taste of Fall" Ticket Price: $75 per person Date: October 26, 2024 | Time: 7:00 PM | 19+ Event Location: Van Dusen Botanical Garden, 5151 Oak Street, Vancouver, BC Come together with the Blind Beginnings community for a cocktail-style event at the picturesque VanDusen Botanical Garden. Join us for light fare and a sensory experience to expand your palate and savour new flavours. There will be a Silent Auction, 50/50 Draw, and a Raffle which will provide exciting ways to contribute to our cause and support our programs. We are hosting A Taste of Fall during Blindness Awareness Month to help celebrate the blind and partially sighted community and highlight the vital work Blind Beginnings does to spread awareness and support BC youth and their families. By attending, you’re not just enjoying a beautiful evening—you’re making a difference. Get your tickets now and join us in supporting BC children and youth who are blind or partially sighted! https://ow.ly/wwU750Tscpp

Help Us Reach Our $20,000 Fundraising Goal This Blindness Awareness Month! This October, Blind Beginnings is on a mission to raise $20,000 to ensure that children and youth who are blind or partially sighted can continue to receive the essential support they need and to keep our programs for BC children and youth who are blind or partially sighted running strong for the year. Join us in breaking down barriers and creating limitless opportunities — every contribution, big or small, brings us closer to our goal. Celebrate Blindness Awareness Month by donating today and being part of a brighter future for BC children and youth who are blind or partially sighted. Donate today: https://lnkd.in/gTSsT6SA

Tickets are still available, but with only 120 tickets released for this exclusive event, they are going fast! Get yours today!

As part of our celebration of Blindness Awareness Month, we invite you to join us for an enlightening online panel discussion about encountering ableism, featuring four young adults who are blind or partially sighted. From navigating ableism in schools and workplaces to overcoming barriers in the medical system, our panelists will share their personal stories and offer invaluable insights into the impact of ableist attitudes on their daily lives—and how they rise above them. Moderated by Shawn Marsolais, Director of Programs and Community Engagement at Blind Beginnings, this discussion aims to deepen understanding of the challenges and triumphs faced by young adults living with blindness or partial sight. Don’t miss this opportunity to broaden your perspective and support a more inclusive community. This is a free event! Register now at: https://lnkd.in/g-GqKTCt

October is #BlindnessAwarenessMonth! Blindness Awareness Month is a global initiative designed to help people understand the realities of living with blindness and partial sight. It serves as an annual opportunity to draw attention to the challenges faced by individuals who are blind or partially sighted. It’s also a chance to foster more inclusive and supportive communities for everyone through learning and blindness education! Curious to learn more? Sign up for our Blindness 101 Interactive Workshops! These sessions cover the basics of blindness and provide practical tips on how to foster respectful and inclusive interactions. A perfect opportunity for individuals and organizations looking to learn more about blindness. Sign up here: https://lnkd.in/gkmT4_9A Want to hear real stories and gain deeper insights? Check out our Blindness Awareness Month Resources page for podcasts, blog posts, and more—featuring voices from the blind and partially sighted community. Share them with your network and help us spread the word! Check it out here: https://lnkd.in/gpHpRnSr Happy #BlindnessAwarenessMonth! Stay tuned—we have more exciting events and content coming your way in the coming days!

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