Spring 2013
Dear Friend,
The Foundation Fighting Blindness (FFB) is the world’s leading eye research organization that is
dedicated to raising funds to drive research that will provide preventions, treatments and cures
for people affected by the entire spectrum of retinal degenerative diseases.
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We are proud to announce that FFB will be holding the 2
Annual Hampton Roads VisionWalk
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on Sunday, April 28, 2013 at 17
Street Park. Currently held in 50 cities across the country, the
VisionWalk program has raised over $25 million for sight-saving research since its inception in
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2006. We are expecting approximately 300 participants to take part on April 28
. This event
offers participants a fun-filled day, while raising awareness and critical funding for retinal
degenerative diseases. With your support of the Hampton Roads VisionWalk we move closer to
a cure.
We are requesting your support in donating any products and/or services that can be used to
support the Foundation and the walkers during this event. I would also be happy to provide
information on how you and your company can support the Hampton Roads VisionWalk
through sponsorship or team participation. Your consideration is greatly appreciated.
Should you have any questions about the Foundation Fighting Blindness or the Hampton Roads
VisionWalk, please visit us online at or
contact Somer Read, Event Assistant, at or 410-423-0645.
Please join us! With your help, a cure is in sight!
Sincerely,
VisionWalk Volunteer
Ref: FFB Tax ID# 23-7135845