Miami Lighthouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired, Inc.

To provide vision rehabilitation and eye health services that promote independence,
to educate professionals, and to conduct research in related fields.

 

601 Southwest Eighth Avenue, FL 33130 · Ph: 305.856.2288 · Fx: 305-285.6967 · info@miamilighthouse.org 

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Virginia Jacko, Junior League of Miami, Inc., 2013 “Women Who Make a Difference” Honoree
CEO Virginia Jacko was honored by the Junior League at a luncheon held at Jungle Island’s Treetop Ballroom on Sunday, April 7, 2013.

Perry Ellis International hosts Pre-Mother’s Day Arts and Crafts Sale
Perry Ellis International hosted on May 9th a pre-mother’s day arts sale benefiting the Miami Lighthouse Social Group Activities Program featuring ceramics, paintings, jewelry, jewelry boxes, and flower arrangements for Mother’s Day made by visually impaired program participants.

Miami Lighthouse Student Angel Wallace named the 2013 VSA Florida Exemplary Participant Award Winner
On May 4th, at a ceremony held at the Kazah Temple in Opa Locka, Angel Wallace was recognized by the VSA for exemplary participation in the arts.

Marlins Foundation announce Miami Lighthouse as 2013 Charity Partner
The Miami Marlins Foundation announced its 2013 Charity Partners during pre-game ceremonies at Marlins Park on April 27.

Zen Sai at Essex House Hosts Young Professionals of Miami Lighthouse and PetNet
On March 13th the Young Professionals of Miami Lighthouse (YPOL) and the Humane Society of Greater Miami met for a happy hour at the beautiful Zen Sai at Essex House on South Beach to benefit both organizations.


Upcoming Events

May 22, 2013 Music Under the Stars: Bon Appétit

Support 20/20 vision and celebrate free eye care for children on Wednesday, May 22nd from 7:00pm to 10:00pm at the Sixth Annual Music Under the Stars: Bon Appétit Miami at Miami Lighthouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired located at 601 SW 8th Avenue.

Enjoy…

Miami’s Finest Restaurants Oceanaire, City Hall, Gordon Biersch, Shorty's BBQ, Perricone's, Baptist Catering, Gail Beckham Catering, Chocolate Fashion and
Starbucks in the Better Chance Opera House
Specialty Cocktails in the Miami Club Rum Piano Lounge
Sweets & Treats in El Carajo Wine & Dessert Bar
Complimentary Valet Parking sponsored by Williamson Cadillac
Fabulous Silent Auction featuring Getaways, Spa Packages & Sports Memorabilia

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June 17 thru August 2, 2013 Miami Lighthouse Summer Camp
  • STAR Summer Camp (ages 5 – 13) June 17 thru July 26, 2013
  • Transition Summer Camp (ages 14 – 22) June 24 thru August 2, 2013
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  • Music Summer Camp (ages 14 – 22) June 17 thru August 2, 2013
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July 9, 2013 Miami Lighthouse Legislative Luncheon Underwritten by Flagler Development Company

The Young Professionals of Miami Lighthouse will hold their annual Legislative Luncheon and networking event at the Miami Lighthouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired on Tuesday, July 9th. Elected officials and young professionals in attendance will be treated to a personal tour of Miami Lighthouse which will include one of Miami Lighthouse’s Heiken mobile eye care units, the Low Vision Center and Solutions Store, STAR and Transition summer camp programs and the Better Chance Music Production Program™, programs in which 125 schoolchildren will be enrolled this summer. The event is underwritten by Flagler Development Company.

 
August 28, 2013 Bascom Palmer Eye Institute Ophthalmologists Reception at Miami Lighthouse

Join ophthalmology faculty, residents and fellows from Bascom Palmer Eye Institute for an informative evening with wine and cheese at Miami Lighthouse on August 28th from 6:00pm to 8:00pm.

 

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Miami Lighthouse first sought and received NAC accreditation in 1978 and has consistently achieved NAC accreditation to the present time having received seven commendations with its five year accreditation renewal.

 

Miami Lighthouse ranks among the elite 4% of U.S. nonprofits having earned a 4-star rating for five consecutive years from Charity Navigator, the nation’s premier independent nonprofit evaluator. Receiving such a distinction reflects our sound fiscal management, responsible use of donor dollars, and financial strength.

 

Miami Lighthouse received the prestigious South Florida Business Journal 2011 Excellence in Health Care Award in the Community Outreach category.

 

Miami Lighthouse honored by being named the recipient of the Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce 2010 Non-Profit Business Diamond Award.

 

Miami Lighthouse received the prestigious 2008 Concern Award from Health Foundation of South Florida.

 

Miami Lighthouse received United Homecare’s 2012 Thelma Gibson Community Service Award at the 18th Annual Claude Pepper Memorial Awards Ceremony.

 

Miami Lighthouse's Heiken Children's Vision Program received the bronze medal for their service to thousands of under-served children in public schools at the 2012 Miami Today Gold Medal Awards Ceremony.