Association for the Blind & Visually Impaired SC receives $22,800 grant from Spartanburg County Foundation
November 11, 2026
Funding will expand vision rehabilitation services for adults with vision loss in Spartanburg County
The Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired South Carolina (ABVI) has received a $22,800 Continuous Improvement Grant from the Spartanburg County Foundation to expand access to vision rehabilitation services for adults who are blind or low vision in Spartanburg County.
The grant will support individualized vision rehabilitation training that helps people adapt to vision loss, maintain independence, and continue participating fully in their homes and communities. Services include instruction in safe travel using a white cane, medication management, meal preparation, assistive technology usage, braille, adaptive techniques for everyday living, and so much more.
For many individuals, vision rehabilitation is life changing. By teaching practical skills and strategies, these services help people experiencing blindness or low vision navigate daily activities safely, manage their health independently, remain socially connected, and improve overall quality of life.
“Vision loss can affect nearly every aspect of daily life, from managing medications and accessing transportation to staying connected with family and friends,” said Anne Reid, Chief Development Officer for ABVI. “We are deeply grateful to Spartanburg County Foundation for investing in services that help people with vision loss maintain their independence, remain engaged in their communities, and live fulfilling, purpose-driven lives.”
As rates of vision loss continue to grow, ABVI is expanding access to vision rehabilitation services across South Carolina and strengthening partnerships with eyecare professionals to ensure individuals are connected to rehabilitation services as early as possible following a diagnosis.
Funding from Spartanburg County Foundation will enable ABVI to provide specialized one-on-one instruction in ABVI’s upstate location as well as in clients’ homes, community settings, and virtual environments throughout Spartanburg County. Through this support, more Spartanburg adults with vision loss will gain the skills needed to safely navigate their communities, manage daily activities, and preserve their independence.
For more information about ABVI and its services, visit www.abvisc.org.
About Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired SC
Founded in 1936, the Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired South Carolina (ABVI), has empowered individuals who are blind or low vision to live fulfilling, purpose-driven lives for 90 years. ABVI’s Adult Services support adults across South Carolina as they adjust to vision loss, learn new approaches to daily living, develop technology skills, build community, and gain safe travel skills. ABVI’s Children’s Services support children and young adults through three core programs focused on accessibility training: Early Intervention, School Age Services, and Transition-Age Services. Across all programs, ABVI’s certified instructors provide essential independence training for individuals experiencing blindness or low vision.
About The Spartanburg County Foundation
The Spartanburg County Foundation is committed to improving the lives of all Spartanburg County residents by promoting philanthropy, encouraging community engagement, and responding to community needs. Established in 1943, the Spartanburg County Foundation is the oldest community foundation in South Carolina.
For more information, visit https://spcf.org/.
