Blinded Veterans Association
BVA traces its roots back to the end of World War II. The organizations founders consisted of some 100 young men, mostly in their early 20s. Members of this unique group had recently lost their sight in the war and were recovering from their injuries at Avon Old Farms Army Convalescent Hospital near Avon, Connecticut.
On March 28, 1945, the group held a meeting at the facility with the express purpose of forming an organization to help their fellow blinded veterans. Thirteen years later, BVA was chartered by the U.S. Congress to speak and write on behalf of blinded veterans in national legislative affairs. Ever since, BVA officers and staff have worked tirelessly to fulfill the Associations mission and uphold the ideals expressed in its Congressional charter.
Throughout BVAs history, Congress and the now Department of Veterans Affairs (formerly the Veterans Administration) have recognized BVA as the exclusive voice for blinded veterans nationwide.
Moving Forward Together: A Year-End Message from Visions of BVA
Signing in the Dark: How Blind and Visually Impaired People Can Digitally Sign Documents with Air...
Bulletin: 2025 Summer BVA Bulletin
Interview: Paddling with Purpose: Blind Veterans and Team River Runner
How I Travel: Blind Techniques and Tools for Getting to the BVA Convention
Bulletin: 2025 Spring BVA Bulletin
Interview: Passing the Torch: A President's Legacy and the Future of BVA
Interview: Building a Stronger BVA Community - Tracy Ferro and Teresa Galgano
News and Updates: BVA Happenings – 80 Years of Service: Convention Countdown, Leadership News, an...
Interview: Cooking Without Limits - Debra Erickson's Journey with The Blind Kitchen
Interview: Voices of Advocacy - How BVA Ambassadors Are Changing Lives
Bulletin: 2024 Autumn BVA Bulletin
The Importance of Giving
News and Updates: BVA Happenings - Milestones, Resources, and Holiday Wishes
Interview: Freedom's Price - The Life and Lessons of Korean War Hero Cecil Phipps
News and Updates: BVA Happenings - Honoring Veterans: Celebrations, Memorials, and the Season of ...
Bulletin: 2024 Summer BVA Bulletin
Interview: Vernon Humphrey - Empowering Veterans: The Impact of BVA's Ambassador Program
News and Updates: BVA Happenings - Inspiring Stories, Adaptive Sports, and Advocacy for Veterans"
Interview: Dogs Inc and Sheldon Mckinney - Empowering Independence: The Impact of Guide Dogs on B...
Interview: Donald Overton - Guiding the BVA: Don Overton's Journey and Impact
Special Event: Unsung Heroes - The Vital Work of BVA National Service Officers and Ambassadors
Bulletin: 2024 Spring BVA Bulletin
Corporate Partner: OrCam - Exploring OrCam's Assistive Solutions
Interview: Paul Mimms - Strengthening Bonds: Advancing Communication and Advocacy for Blinded Vet...
Corporate Partner: Waymo - Driving The Future: Waymo's Autonomous Vision For Accessibility
Interview: Jeanie and Robert Murphy - BVA Auxiliary and shared struggles
Bulletin: 2024 Winter BVA Bulletin
Interview: Zach Tidwell - Software development without sight