Celebrating Community and Connection on Give STL Day Happy Give STL Day! đź’™ If you’d like to support DGCKids, you can do so here: https://www.givestlday.org/organization/dgckids Today, we’re celebrating the power of community and the incredible nonprofit organizations working daily to support children with visual impairments and their families across the Greater St. Louis area. Your…
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We’re excited to welcome Kiarra Kirksey to the DGCKids team as our new Administrative Assistant! Kiarra joins us with a strong background in office management, administrative support, and customer service. Most recently, she served as Office Manager at Youth In Need, where she was the first point of contact for families—coordinating schedules, organizing communication, maintaining…
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32 Hours. One Goal. Limitless Possibility. August 26-27, we’re coming together for DGCKids: Day of Giving—a 32-hour, community-wide campaign to raise $400,000 in support of children who are blind or visually impaired and the families who love them. Together, we’ll shine brighter than ever before. Why Your Gift Matters Every dollar raised during this campaign…
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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…
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Helping Kids See the World More Clearly: Free Vision Screenings at DGCKids Did you know that vision problems in young children are often hard to detect—but early detection can make a big difference? At DGCKids, we believe every child deserves the chance to see the world clearly. That’s why we offer free vision screenings for…
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Josh’s journey is a powerful testament to the mission of Delta Gamma Center for Children with Visual Impairments: empowering children who are blind or visually impaired to reach their full potential. Diagnosed with Congenital Glaucoma, Josh began his path at DGCKids at age two, where he received the support and resources needed to thrive! Today,…
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At DGCKids, we know that meaningful connections strengthen our mission to support children with visual impairments and their families. That’s why we’re excited to welcome Anne Silea as our Director of Community Engagement! Anne is no stranger to DGCKids—she previously led our community engagement efforts for more than six years, and we are grateful to…
Read MoreSave the Date! Celebration for Sight is happening on Sunday, April 27, 2025! This free event is open to past and present DGCKids and their families, bringing everyone together for a day of connection and fun! Enjoy carousel rides, adaptive sports demos, music therapy, a walk, and more! Stay tuned for additional details, and be…
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Don’t Miss the Shining Light Gala: Make a Difference Today! Join us for an unforgettable evening filled with hope, celebration, and community at the Shining Light Gala. This special event honors the resilience and strength of children with visual impairments and their families, while raising crucial funds to support their journeys. Here’s your chance to…
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Julius is a joyful and determined child who lights up every room he enters. But his journey hasn’t been without challenges. Born with a visual impairment, Julius and his family faced an uncertain future—until they found DGCKids. Through early intervention and family support services, Julius is thriving in ways his family once only dreamed of….
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Thank You, Spire, for Supporting the GRADS Program! DGCKids is grateful for Spire awarding a generous grant to support our GRADS (Group Recreation and Developmental Support) program in Summer 2024. Their investment in children with visual impairments helped them travel, climb, ski, sing, cycle, and create lifelong friendships. The GRADS program serves children aged 6-18,…
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