Impact Stories | Leader Dogs for the Blind

From Tragedy to Triumph…Caleb’s Story of Courage and Determination

Get the inspiring story of how Caleb came back from a traumatic brain injury thanks to hard work, determination—and some help from Leader Dog.

Championing Independence: A Legacy of Support for Leader Dog

From observers to supporters to Legacy Society members—Tim and Debbie Panther’s story of impact at Leader Dogs for the Blind.

Client Becomes Donor After Being Blessed by Leader Dog

After discovering firsthand how a Leader Dog opens up the world to an owner, client Mark Harris became a donor in order to help others in need of a Leader Dog.

Calvin kissing his Leader Dog on the head

Your Passion at Work

Calvin, a 25-year-old accomplished cellist, composer and scholar, graduated summa cum laude from Princeton University in 2019. In 2020, he began losing his vision due to a rare mitochondrial disease called Leber’s hereditary optic neuropathy.

Stepping Forward With Confidence, Pride

This is a touching letter from Judi Gorecki, a retired teacher, who wrote to her instructor, Kristy, after completing white cane training at our campus just a few weeks ago. Your support will empower more people like Judi in the years ahead.

Making His World Light Again

In 2010, Jeff Hawkins hit the lowest point in his life after an inherited form of juvenile macular degeneration caused his blindness. His vision loss ended a vibrant 30-year career in the paramedic industry.