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A Family Using Technology to Transform Lives

A local family is making a national impact—one iPad at a time.

Joey, a young boy from West Chester, was born with nystagmus—a condition also known as “dancing eyes” that makes it difficult to focus and see at a distance.

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A Clearer Way to Learn

What was once manageable quickly became overwhelming. Reading assignments. Classwork. Everyday tasks. His world was changing fast—and his ability to keep up in school was slipping away.

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Joey’s Vision: Helping Other Kids See What’s Possible

Born with congenital nystagmus and low vision, Joey knows what it’s like to sit in class and feel left out simply because he can’t see the board or read standard print. He’s experienced the frustration of struggling to keep up—not because of his abilities, but because he didn’t have access to the tools that could help him thrive.

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Joey and Zayden Take on the Spartan Kids Race for a Greater Cause

Two Friends. One Mission.
At first glance, it was just two friends—Joey and Zayden—running through mud, jumping over walls, and laughing their way through a Spartan Kids Race in Cincinnati. But for them, it was much more than a day of adventure—it was about showing what’s possible when community, kindness, and purpose come together.

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Opening up new opportunities for access

For Kacen, a first grader in Piqua, Ohio, learning has always looked a little different. Born blind, Kacen relies on braille and accessible technology to navigate both his schoolwork and the world around him.

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Tactile Displays at the Smithsonian

During a recent visit to the National Air and Space Museum in Washington, DC, we had a moment that truly stood out — one that represents the kind of inclusive design we hope to see everywhere.

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Welcoming Sukhmeet Calloway to the Vision Nonprofit Board

We are excited to welcome Sukhmeet Calloway to the Vision Nonprofit Board of Directors! With over a decade of experience leading enterprise HR systems and implementing people-centered technology solutions, Sukhmeet brings a unique perspective and energy that will help strengthen Vision Nonprofit’s foundation as we grow.

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Welcoming Eileen Hintz to the Vision Nonprofit Board

We are excited to welcome Eileen Hintz to the Vision Nonprofit Board of Directors! With a strong background in client delivery, organizational strategy, and team collaboration, Eileen brings a thoughtful, solutions-oriented mindset that will help guide Vision Nonprofit as we continue to grow and expand our impact.

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Empowering Joanna & Rose

Sometimes, a story comes along that calls for something extra—something personal. Today, we're sharing the story of Joanna and Rose: two inseparable sisters, aged 19 and 20, who reached out to us for support.

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What is Expanded Core Curriculum?

At Vision Nonprofit, we believe every child with low vision or blindness deserves more than just access to education — they deserve the tools to thrive. That’s where the Expanded Core Curriculum (ECC) comes in.

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Exploring VoiceOver: iPad Accessibility in Action

At Vision Nonprofit, we believe technology should empower everyone—especially students with low vision. Apple’s built-in accessibility features make iPads a powerful tool for navigating, learning, and staying connected.

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Unlocking Accessibility: How the Latest iPad Empowers People with Low Vision

At Vision Nonprofit, we believe accessibility should be available to everyone. For students and individuals with low vision, having the right technology can be life-changing. That’s why Apple’s latest iPad accessibility features are such a game-changer—helping users read, learn, and navigate the world more independently.

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Creating Coffee Mugs with MidPointe Library’s Innovation Pointe

At Vision Nonprofit, we’re always looking for creative ways to spread awareness and support our mission. Recently, we discovered a fantastic local resource that helped us take our ideas to the next level—MidPointe Library’s Innovation Pointe.

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Vision Nonprofit Receives Generous Grant from UCBMA!

We are thrilled to share some exciting news—Vision Nonprofit has been awarded a $1,000 grant from the Union Centre Boulevard Merchant Association (UCBMA) to support a student in Butler County who needs assistive technology!

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Empowering Creativity Through LEGO Stop-Motion

Joey and Will worked together to create their very first LEGO stop-motion animation, and it was incredible to watch their creativity unfold. I sat down with them to introduce the basics of Adobe Premiere and After Effects, showing them how to edit and enhance their animation with sound effects and movement. From setting up the shots to making creative choices, they took the lead and truly made this project their own.

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An iPad for Masen!

At Vision Nonprofit, we believe that every child deserves access to the tools they need to succeed—especially when it comes to education. Recently, we had the incredible joy of delivering an iPad, free of charge, to Masen, a bright and determined student whose journey with low vision has shaped his unique approach to learning.

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Spark of Inspiration

This morning, Joey had a spark of inspiration—completely on his own, he decided to create a mini website tour for Vision Nonprofit! He walks viewers through a few key pages and then dives into the stories section, where he highlights his story about Jupiter. His excitement for sharing and storytelling shines through as he encourages everyone to check it out.

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It’s the Little Things That Make a Big Impact

Supporting Vision Nonprofit doesn’t have to be complicated. Every action—whether it’s wearing a bracelet, sharing our story, or engaging with our content—helps us continue providing essential technology for children who need it.

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Joey’s Classroom Tech

At Vision Nonprofit, we’re always looking for ways to help children with low vision access the tools they need to learn with confidence. In today’s video, Joey gives us a classroom tour of the Jupiter Portable Magnifier, a device from the American Printing House designed to help students with low vision read, write, and engage with their schoolwork.

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