Our Story….
The Indiana Association of Workers for the Blind (IAWB) was founded on December 12, 1912 in Indianapolis. Its first president was W. E. Metcalf. The stated purpose of the organization was advocacy for the blind in Indiana. It has since evolved to help all persons who are suffering from significant visual impairment (legally blind) to come together and discuss issues of common significance and to provide social activities geared for such persons.
Currently the Fort Wayne Chapter of the Workers conducts a monthly luncheon meeting for all members, annual indoor summer picnic and annual Christmas dinner.
Our Mission
To assist all persons who are suffering from significant visual impairment in coming together for the purpose of discussing issues of common significance and to provide ongoing social activities for members and charitable assistance where needed.
June 14 Vision Walk, 9AM to Noon
- Fort Wayne VisionWalk
- Saturday, June 14, 2025
- Parkview Family YMCA
- Registration Begins at 9:00 a.m.
- Program & Walk Begins at 10:00 a.m.
2025 Luncheons, Events, Venues and Times
- Date | Time | Venue | Location
- June 14 | 9AM-Noon | Fort Wayne Vision Walk | Parkview Family YMCA
- June 18 | Noon | Lunch | Our Lady of Good Hope | Saint Joe Road
- July 16 | Noon | Lunch | St. Jude | Thaddeus Hall
- August 20 | Noon | Summer Picnic | Haffner Pavilion
- September 17 | Noon | Lunch | Saint Joe Community Church | North Anthony
- October 15 | 12:30 | Lunch | Kingston Residence | Winchester Road (Bingo Prize Donations Welcome)
- November 19 | Noon | Lunch | Parkwood Church of God | Trier Road
- December 13 | Noon | Christmas Dinner | Classic Cafe
Testimonial
This organization is wonderful. I have a daughter who is totally blind and has become free and encouraged to try whatever her dreams maybe because of this group. She has made many friends and each one encourages the other.
