A Day to Celebrate Together On Sunday, October 11, the DGCKids community gathered at Faust Park for Celebration for Sight, honoring the Vision of Valerie M. Walch, and what a day it was! Under sunny skies, 183 people joined us from 12:30 to 3:30 pm, including current and past families, staff, board members, and 38…
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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.
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Holiday House – The Rand Mansion
See Event Details Thursday, December 10, 2026 The Rand MansionIt is time to celebrate! Join us for the 36th Annual Holiday House event, benefiting DGCKids on Thursday, December 10. This cherished gathering spreads holiday cheer and provides…
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75th Anniversary Holiday Card Packs
Share the Joy of the Season with Vintage Holiday Cards This holiday season, your greetings can do double duty. DGCKids holiday card packs let you send warm wishes to friends, family, and colleagues while supporting children who are blind or have a visual impairment and their families. As DGCKids celebrates 75 years of service in…
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