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International Blind Fencing Competition

Please consider a gift that will help make this historic event a reality and elevate Blind Fencing on the international stage - bringing us one step closer to Paralympic inclusion. Thanks to an anonymous donor who has made a $5,000 lead gift and will match additional donations up to $5,000, you will double your impact.

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Six blind fencers and an instructor pose indoors at The Carroll Center for the Blind, holding foils in stance during a fencing activity.

Blind Fencing
Since 1954, The Carroll Center for the Blind has taught fencing to individuals who are blind or visually impaired - helping participants build critical skills like balance, orientation, mobility, and navigation.

Now, we’re taking Blind Fencing to the world stage.

A Groundbreaking Event
In partnership with the International Fencing Club, we’re hosting the
first-ever International Blind Fencing Competition in Boston, August 16-19, 2025. This event will unite blind and low vision fencers from around the globe, elevating Blind Fencing and building momentum for its inclusion as a Paralympic sport.

Make a Difference
To ensure all qualified athletes can participate - regardless of financial circumstances - we’re seeking $15,000 in private donations to defray athlete expenses, including fencing gear, housing, transportation, meals, and referees.

Double Your Impact
Thanks to a generous anonymous donor, your gift will be matched dollar-for-dollar up to $5,000 -
make a gift today and be part of this historic moment!

Three blind fencers in masks and gear practice outdoors with a smiling instructor guiding them in front of a historic stone building.

Make an impact today!

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The Carroll Center for the Blind is a 501(c)3 tax-exempt organization, and your donation is tax deductible within the guidelines of U.S. law. Please keep your receipt as your official record. We'll email it to you upon successful completion of your donation.

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