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The Lighthouse for the Visually Impaired and Blind held its 8th Annual Dining in the Dark on Friday, October 13, 2023, at the Heritage Pines Country Club in Hudson. Guests experienced an interactive reception where they wore blindfolds while doing different activities at various stations. They also enjoyed a performance provided by The Two Tenors of Tampa Bay and a speech by Rhonda Warren, Lighthouse’s newest board member. Rhonda, who is also a Lighthouse client, explained how life was as she became visually impaired person—from learning how to live independently to being looked over by paid drivers because she travels with a guide dog. She spoke about isolation and disappointment, and then developing confidence and independence at the Lighthouse. Her lasting message was and is that being visually impaired is not the end, but a beginning.
Proceeds from Dining in the Dark are used to ensure programs and services for people who are visually impaired and blind living in Pasco, Hernando, and Citrus Counties are provided at no cost to our clients or their families. In 2023, Dining in the Dark raised $16,702! Thanks to our donors, volunteers, and other supporters (see below) for all their good work! For more on Dining in the Dark, visit:
A COPY OF THE LIGHTHOUSE’S OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE FLORIDA DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALLING TOLL-FREE 1-800-435-7352 OR BY VISITING Check-a-Charity ON THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND CONSUMER SERVICES’ WEBSITE. LIGHTHOUSE FOR THE VISUALLY IMPAIRED AND BLIND, INC. IS REGISTERED UNDER CH662. REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL, OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE.