Supporting Blind and Visually Impaired People to Lead Independent and Fulfilling Lives.
70 years of grantmaking
Grants since 1999
Recipients since 1999
Our Mission
Reader’s Digest Partners for Sight Foundation is dedicated to fostering the independence of people who are blind and visually impaired. Our Vision: An accessible and inclusive world where people who are blind and visually impaired have the tools, resources and opportunities to lead independent and fulfilling lives.
How You Can Help
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Do you work to improve the lives of blind and visually impaired people?
Let’s have a conversation. We partner with those providing services to BVI persons as well as support capacity building projects, public education and more. We have supported many innovative projects with pilot funding.
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We believe the BVI community should have the tools and resources necessary to lead independent, productive lives. Through our support of non-profit organizations that share this philosophy, we’re making the world easier to navigate for thousands of people, every day.
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Find Services
Easy-To-Access Resources For Help With Vision Loss
APHconnectcenter.org
American Printing House for the Blind (APH) includes resources originally developed as Visionaware.org with significant RDPFS grants. Those with vision loss can access articles, tools, guides, and a directory of services. APH Blind has operated as the world’s largest nonprofit organization creating accessible learning experiences through educational, workplace, and independent living products and services for people who are blind and low vision.
HadleyHelps.org or call 800-323-4238
RDPFS partner Hadley serves older adults adjusting to vision loss. Free services include online community membership & training videos, monthly discussion groups, and peer-to-peer support.