GiveBIG to NW Association for Blind Athletes

Founded in 2007, Northwest Association for Blind Athletes (NWABA) has been providing life-changing opportunities through sports and physical activity to children, youth and adults who are blind and visually impaired. Fifteen years ago, a group of visually impaired students, including NWABA Founder, President & CEO, Billy Henry, wanted to ensure that people who are blind and visually impaired had access to participate in sports and physical activity, and formed this charitable organization. Since then, not only has the organization grown but our athletes have grown with us; learning to engage in different sports and recreational activities, develop friendships, increase self-esteem, and improve their orientation and mobility skills. Most importantly, they thrive in all aspects of their lives by building confidence, making connections, and become part of a community.

Being blind or visually impaired creates obstacles that can feel impossible to overcome, such as finding sustainable employment, participating in sports and activities, and connecting with others. When introduced to physical activity and sports, individuals with visual impairments are given the support and confidence needed to follow their dreams.

When introduced to NWABA, there are no barriers to access sports and physical activity, and no limits to what our athletes can achieve. They break through boundaries both personally and professionally. They are provided with limitless opportunities for greater independence, building confidence, and a better quality of life. By supporting NWABA today, you will give our athletes unlimited access to the following programs:

• Sports Outreach – Offers unlimited in-person sports and physical activity programs to athletes of all ages and abilities.
• Camp Spark – No cost, residential, summer and winter sports camps for youth and young adults teaching athletes to live without limits through sports, physical activity, and orientation and mobility instruction.
• Virtual Programming – Provides limitless reach for individuals to exercise online at home, throughout the world.
• Sports Adaptations – Access to our adaptive equipment lending program, comprehensive instructional video library, and consultations for athletes, educators, school districts and families, for unlimited inclusion and participation for all.

Help make a difference in the lives of children, youth, and adults who are blind and visually impaired on May 6-7. Any amount makes a difference and thanks to a generous matching donation, your gift will be DOUBLED! Visit www.nwaba.org/givebig on May 6-7, 2023 to donate.