Ways to Support Lighthouse of Pinellas

Living without depending on others starts with you.

Since 1956, the Lighthouse of Pinellas has been a safe haven for individuals with blindness and vision loss. But our work has never been more relevant or vital than it is today. A study by the National Eye Institute stated that one in three Americans over the age of 65 will be faced with a vision-impairing eye disease. It’s a staggering statistic, and the need for Lighthouse services have never been greater.

New vision technology, smart phones and apps have changed the game for people with vision impairments. A new level of independence is a reality and many residents are looking to the Lighthouse for training. Make a donation today to support people in our community with vision loss so they can achieve their  dream to work and live independently.

Won’t you join us in our mission today?

Here’s how your gift can change a life.

$100 Educational materials to help children learn to care for themselves independently.

$200 Assistive technology instruction on smartphones, tablets, computer software, etc.

$500 Five orientation and mobility training sessions to teach clients how to travel safely & independently in their homes and in the community.

$1000 Six-week Independent Living Skills Class for one client to learn basic skills to remain independent and safe at home.

Your donation of any amount will be used where it’s needed most.

Channel Markers logoThe Lighthouse of Pinellas Channel Markers Society is a unique membership of donors who are committed to providing financial support on an annual basis. It recognizes those individuals, families, foundations, corporations and organizations whose significant support is reflected in the growth and ongoing excellence of Lighthouse programs and services.

Interested in becoming a member of Channel Markers Society? Learn more about the Channel Markers Society here.

Watson Legacy Society logoThe Lighthouse of Pinellas established the Watson Legacy Society to honor the generosity and vision of those donors who make a meaningful contribution through a planned gift.

Interested in learning more about the Watson Legacy Society? Learn more about the Watson Legacy Society here.

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Planned Giving and Bequests

Arranging for a planned gift allows you to make a meaningful difference in the lives of people who are visually impaired, while taking advantage of unique tax savings or income benefits. A planned gift to the Lighthouse of Pinellas is an option for donors at all income levels. Even if you can’t make a sizable gift today, through a planned gift, you can have a profound impact on how people with vision impairment receive services tomorrow. Click Here to download out Planned Giving Guide.

Foundations and Corporations

We work with foundations and corporations of all sizes that have an interest in advancing our mission.

Corporate Partnerships

Corporate partnerships are tailored to each partner’s desired level of involvement. These partnerships can include financial support for specific programs or general operations, event sponsorship, in-kind contributions and a variety of volunteer opportunities.

Corporations can also support the Lighthouse of Pinellas through a matching gift program. A matching gift can double or even triple the impact of an individual employee’s financial contribution.

Foundations

Financial support from corporate, private and family foundations play a vital role in supporting the Lighthouse’s many different programs that help our clients lead independent lives.

We welcome and appreciate gifts of all sizes. Gifts can be applied in many ways including general operating support, specific program support, capital support and growing our endowment.

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State Of Vision License Plate

The new “A State of Vision” specialty license plates benefit blind and visually impaired Floridians.

When you buy A State of Vision license plate through the Florida DMV, a $25 fee is given directly to Lighthouse of Pinellas if it is purchased in our county. You can buy a specialty tag gift certificate as well. Get your A State of Vision license plate at your local tax collector’s office.

Learn more about the "A State Of Vision" license plate here.

Upcoming Events

Dining in the Dark 2025

Join us at our first annual Dining in the Dark experience that includes an interactive dinner, silent auction, and hand-on stations where you can step into the shoes of a Lighthouse client and learn basic skills for independence while enjoying…

20/20 Experience

Join us for an hour to explore the world of vision loss. Get a behind-the-scenes tour of how Lighthouse of Pinellas teaches, supports and empowers people of all ages with vision loss so they can achieve their greatest potential and…

News & Blog

Dining in the Dark 2025

Join us at our first annual Dining in the Dark experience that includes an interactive dinner, silent auction, and hand-on stations where you can step into the shoes of a Lighthouse client and learn basic skills for independence while enjoying…

Lighthouse of Pinellas on BLOOM

BLOOM with Gayle Guyardo recently featured Lighthouse of Pinellas in a segment on July 10, 2023. BLOOM is Tampa Bay’s only daily 1-hour TV show focusing on health & lifestyle. BLOOM covers the topics of health & medicine, nutrition, fitness,…

Luke’s Story

Our son Luke was born in July of 2013 at just 24 weeks with the lowest weight of 1 lb 6 oz. He battled many illnesses, many complications, and late into his long NICU stay he developed Retinopathy of Prematurity…

Adaptive Kitchen Skills – Key Lime Pie

In our Adaptive Kitchen Skills class, clients learn to cook safely after losing vision later in life.  They often bring a wealth of experience, and just need some pointers on operating safely around heated surfaces and sharp utensils. Louise made…

Anniel’s Story

Anniel is a nine-year-old girl from Bolivia who receives medical care from the International Program at John Hopkins Children’s Hospital. She has been coping with a complex medical condition since a very young age. In 2020, Anniel underwent surgery and…

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Lighthouse of Pinellas

6925 112th Circle North, Suite 103
Largo, FL 33773-5200
Phone: 727-544-4433
Fax: 727-544-5511

Hours of Operation

Monday – Friday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
Closed Saturday and Sunday

LIGHTHOUSE OF PINELLAS, INC. IS A NONPROFIT 501(C)(3), FEDERAL TAX ID #23-7042938. WE ARE REGISTERED WITH THE STATE #CH1744 UNDER THE SOLICITATION OF CONTRIBUTIONS ACT: “A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALLING TOLL-FREE WITHIN THE STATE 1-800-HELP-FLA (435-7352) OR BY VISITING THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES WEBSITE. REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL, OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE.”