American Council of the Blind
Philanthropic Fundraising ServicesVirginia, United States11-50 Employees
The American Council of the Blind is a national membership organization formed by people who are blind to promote independence, dignity, and advancement for individuals with blindness and visual impairment. Its membership includes blind, visually impaired, and sighted individuals across a broad age range and from diverse backgrounds, united by a shared commitment to advocacy and community participation. Based in Alexandria, Virginia, the organization operates within the philanthropic fundraising services sector. A dedicated government affairs team monitors laws and regulations affecting the blind community, addressing civil rights, education, employment, Social Security benefits, rehabilitation services, guide dog access, pedestrian safety, travel and recreation, expanded public transportation, adaptive technology, and braille literacy. In recent years the group has engaged in partnerships with other organizations, including a collaboration with Waymo announced in May 2026.