Thank You for an Incredible Day of Giving! This year’s DGCKids: Day of Giving was one for the record books. Thanks to the generosity of matching donors and our community, we raised $408,163 from 515 donors. That support goes directly toward the programs and services that help children who are blind or have a visual…
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Meet the team behind DGCKids and discover what inspires our work with children and families.
Our Story
Through connection and care, our services and programs illuminate a path for every child to thrive.
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A Place Where Children and Families Thrive
DGCKids provides children who are blind or have a visual impairment, and their families, with empowering programs and critical services to build skills and connection from birth through high school graduation.
Serving the St. Louis area since 1951.
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Families seeking services, resources, and support can find everything they need at DGCKids. Whether navigating challenges or simply seeking connection, our staff of experts brings the experience and compassion families can count on.
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DGCKids provides FREE vision screenings for children. Identifying vision concerns early is key to keeping a child’s learning and development on track. It’s fast, easy, and complimentary.
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Celebration for Sight
See Event Details Sunday, October 11, 2026 The Carousel Room at Faust ParkCelebration for Sight is happening rain or shine; come join the fun! Past and present DGCKids families are invited to join us for an unforgettable…
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New Age Groups Start Now!
For years, families and partners have known our school-age programming simply as GRADS. This fall, that name is retiring, and in its place, we’re excited to introduce a new structure that better reflects the journey every child takes with DGCKids, from their very first days through high school graduation. A Path That Grows With Your…
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DGCKids Named a United Way Safety Net Agency for 2027–2029 We’re proud to share that DGCKids has been named one of United Way of Greater St. Louis’s Safety Net Agencies for 2027–2029! United Way’s Safety Net is a collaborative network of nonprofits that deliver essential services to meet the region’s most pressing needs, helping individuals…
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