Give Today to Make Our Community More Accessible.
Your donation supports a variety of nonprofits throughout the Washington, DC region for maximum impact.
People are waiting for services, and the need is growing.
We receive more requests for grants than we can fulfill. And the need for funding is only increasing. In uncertain times, nonprofits count on outside support to continue providing critical services.
When you give through the Aid Association, you:
Support a Network of Local Nonprofits
Your gift is dispersed to vetted nonprofits that support independent living, advocate for systemic change and provide vision and medical care.
Make a Local Impact
You’re investing in local nonprofits for local change—so our neighborhoods, schools, and public services are more inclusive and accessible.
Get the Biggest Return on Your Investment
Each member of our team has a personal connection to this work, including board members who are blind or visually impaired. You can feel confident your gift is stewarded wisely to support the most urgent needs for the greatest possible impact.
Explore All Ways to Give
Your generosity allows nonprofits to expand their mission to reach more people.
One-Time Gifts
Support neighbors who are blind or visually impaired.
Recurring Giving
Sustain ongoing work to create opportunity and independence.
Legacy Giving
Leave a legacy of generosity through planned giving.
Matching Gifts
Contact us to learn about employer matched gifts.
Give with Confidence
We steward your generous donations wisely for maximum impact.
The Aid Association for the Blind of DC is a 501c(3) nonprofit organization. Your donations are tax-deductible, and all online donations are sent with a secure, encrypted connection so your information will always remain private.
Together, we can create opportunity for people who are blind or visually impaired.
Annual grants support organizations working in three key areas.
Independent Living
Programs that help people with vision loss live independently and participate fully in their communities
Systemic Change
Initiatives that expand accessibility, equity, and opportunity for people with vision loss
Vision & Medical Care
Vision care, assistive technology, and research that help prevent and manage vision loss
