Description:

The American Council of the Blind (ACB) is the nation's leading membership organization of blind and visually impaired people. It was founded in 1961 and incorporated in the District of Columbia.

The Council strives to improve the well-being of all blind and visually impaired people by: serving as a representative national organization of blind people; elevating the social, economic and cultural levels of blind people; improving educational and rehabilitation facilities and opportunities; cooperating with the public and private institutions and organizations concerned with blind services; encouraging and assisting all blind persons to develop their abilities and conducting a public education program to promote greater understanding of blindness and the capabilities of blind people.

Provides scholarship assistance to blind/visually impaired post-secondary students, support to consumer advocates and legal assistance on matters relating to blindness and provides toll-free information and referral on all aspects of blindness.


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General Information

Hours:

9:00am-5:00pm, Mon-Fri

Intake Process:

None

Program Fees:

Free

Languages:

English

Eligibility:

Open to those looking for information on blindness

Is Shelter?

No

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Date of Official Change:

November 26, 2025

Employer ID:

580914436

Legal Status:

Non-Profit

Year Incorporated:

1961

Geographies Served

• Serves All Areas

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