Thank you to all of the sponsors, patrons, and guests of the 35th Annual Holiday House – Up on the Rooftop! We’re dancing with joy, just like our favorite dancing Santas, thanks to your incredible support! Together, we raised almost $60,000 to help children who are blind or have a visual impairment and their families shine even brighter….
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Our story continues – vibrant, inclusive, and always centered on kids. As we prepare for our 75th anniversary, we’re excited to share a refreshed look for DGCKids that honors our past while growing with us into the future. Why Refresh the Logo? This update is about evolution, not a complete change. We’ve kept what matters…
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Explore full event details on the Shining Light Gala page.
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In 2026, DGCKids is celebrating a remarkable milestone: 75 years of supporting children with visual impairments and their families. Since our founding in 1951, DGCKids has grown into a vibrant, deeply connected community that lights the way for families—from a child’s earliest days through young adulthood. What began with a vision of support and inclusion…
Read MoreCan’t make it Up on the Rooftop for Holiday House? No worries, you can still join the fun from home!Our Holiday House Silent Auction is officially open, and bidding runs through 8 pm on Thursday, December 11.From cozy getaways to local favorites, there’s something for everyone on your “nice” list. Register for the Silent Auction with the link below!Register…
Read MoreAs we head into the season of gratitude, we want to take a moment to thank our incredible DGCKids community! The Center will close at 3 pm on Wednesday, November 26, and remain closed Thursday and Friday for the Thanksgiving holiday. We’ll reopen on Monday, December 1. From all of us at DGCKids, we wish…
Read MoreHelp Us Celebrate 30 Years of Becky! This year marks Becky’s 30th anniversary at DGCKids, three decades of dedication, compassion, and unwavering commitment to children with visual impairments and their families. If Becky has made a difference in your life or your child’s journey, we’d love to hear from you! Could you share your favorite…
Read MoreWe are excited to introduce Ashley Foley as the newest member of the DGCKids team! Ashley joins us as a GRADS Facilitator, where she’ll work alongside high school students who are blind or visually impaired as they build confidence, independence, and future goals. Ashley’s own life experiences as a visually impaired adult bring a unique…
Read MoreCelebrate White Cane Day with a special film screening event! Who: Krishna Washburn, Heather Shaw, DGCKids, MindsEye, and Sight Collective partners. Open to families, volunteers, and community friends. What: Telephone, a free audio description dance film screening with festivities, including a discussion with the directors! Where: DGCKids, 1750 S. Big Bend Blvd., St. Louis, MO…
Read MoreCelebrating World Physical Therapy Day with Patti Hamill! On World Physical Therapy Day (September 8), we are shining a well-deserved spotlight on someone truly extraordinary: Patti Hamill, who has been a Physical Therapist at DGCKids for more than 30 years. For three decades, Patti has poured her expertise, energy, and heart into serving children who…
Read MoreWhat a Celebration of Generosity! Because of YOU, and the incredible support of our matching donors, DGCKids raised more than $403,000 in just 32 hours during our Day of Giving! This outpouring of support means so much more than numbers on a page. It means infants, toddlers, and youth with visual impairments will continue to…
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Do you have a child who is blind or has low vision (BLV) and loves using technology, playing games, or exploring interactive tools? We want to hear from you! A local student working with Saint Louis University’s CHROME Lab is looking to connect with BLV youth and their families to better understand how they use…
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