We welcome all with visual impairment
Serving Tucson and Pima County
Welcome to the Tucson Society of the Blind, TSB, website. TSB provides social and educational programs for those individuals with low or no vision. TSB provides valuable resources on coping with blindness and vision impairment. It is wonderful to meet other visually impaired seniors who can act as mentors and provide emotional support.
Join Us at our Weekly Meetings
Tuesday mornings from 9:30am- 1:00pm.
Christ Presbyterian Church
6565 E. Broadway Blvd., Tucson, AZ
Includes topic as noted on our calendar, followed by games.
Calendar
You will notice there is no calendar at this time. This is because guest speakers are not confirming until the last minute.
We do not know when we will be back at the church. This depends on the corona virus and when the church gives us a green light to begin again. When we do meet again at the church we will have a pizza party so TSB will supply masks. Stay tuned for my email. You can also call me or Tom for the latest news of what is happening at TSB. There will always be a program with a guest speaker every Tuesday, whether on the phone or in the church.
- Information
- Published: April 15, 2016
Donate to Tucson Society of the Blind and receive a Federal Tax Credit for 2020
Relief and Economic Security Act, CARES Act, will permit taxpayers to deduct from their federal income taxes up to $300 in cash contributions to charitable organizations, whether they itemize tax deductions or not. Subsequently, people can make a donation for essentially no cost. The CARES Act is a huge help to nonprofits because it gives people the opportunity to direct funds to charities of their choice. We hope you will financially support the work of Tucson Society of the Blind via the tax credit so that TSB can achieve its mission of providing social, recreational, and educational programs to individuals with vision loss. TSB also provides information and resources to the Tucson community. Mail checks payable to TSB, P.O. Box 57655, Tucson AZ 85732, or donate through the website: www.tucsonsocietyoftheblind.org and use Paypal which will put the donation on your credit card. Thanks ahead of time for your donation.
History
In November of 2003, thirteen individuals organized Tucson Society of the Blind. TSB is now recognized throughout the community as an organization that serves those with limited sight.
TSB is a non-profit organization governed by a Board of Directors. TSB provides social, recreational and educational programs for legally blind adults and those coping with vision loss. Membership has grown to more than 80. Increased donations have allowed a greater range of programs and field trips.
Mission Statement
Tucson Society of the Blind exists to enhance independence and quality of life for individuals with vision loss
TSB Members Enjoy Varied Programs Such As
- Informative guest speakers
- Luncheons
- Field trips
- Crafts
- Bingo
- Music
"We might not have a lot of sight, but we have a great deal of vision. 11
Benefits of Being a Member
- Informative newsletters
- A resource packet
- Weekly meetings
- Support groups
- Friendship
Membership Dues are $15.00 a year
TSB Members participate in various fund raising activities
TSB now provides, free of charge, low vision resource packets to Tucson ophthalmologists for their patients.
New Members receive Welcome Packets that include:
- A Resource List
- Sun Sounds of Arizona
- Catalog information for visually impaired
- Macular Degeneration information
- And many more items
Volunteers Needed
--MAKE A DIFFERENCE --
TSB needs sighted volunteers to:
- drive
- assist with activities
- help with luncheons, field trips, and fund raising events
IRS # 84-1636485
TSB is a 501c3 Organization
Or mail your donations, which is 100% tax-deductible to:
Tucson Society of the Blind
P.O. Box 57655
Tucson, AZ 85732
Thank you for your support
For membership and general information contact:
Barbara Macpherson, President
(520) 298-2427
Tom Young, Director
(520) 721-1029
Email TSB
