At Guide Dogs for the Blind, we believe that everyone deserves to move through the world safely and confidently -- to live the life they want to live. Learn about our life-changing programs, including guide dogs, Orientation and Mobility Immersion, and K9 Buddies at guidedogs.com #IAmGDB #WeAreGDB
Guide Dogs for the Blind
Consumer Services
San Rafael, CA 13,844 followers
Harnessing the Power of Partnership
About us
Established in 1942, GDB is the largest Guide Dog school in North America and continues its dedication to quality student training services and extensive follow-up support for graduates. Our programs are made possible through the teamwork of staff, volunteers and generous donors. GDB receives no government funds. Services are provided to students from the United States and Canada at no cost to them. GDB is headquartered in San Rafael, California, with a second campus in Boring, Oregon. More than 12,500 teams have graduated from our program, and there are approximately 2,200 active teams in the field currently. VISION STATEMENT: Guide Dogs for the Blind envisions a world with greater inclusion, opportunity and independence by optimizing the unique capabilities of people and dogs. MISSION STATEMENT: Guide Dogs for the Blind empowers lives through exceptional partnerships between people, dogs and communities.
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http://www.guidedogs.com
External link for Guide Dogs for the Blind
- Industry
- Consumer Services
- Company size
- 201-500 employees
- Headquarters
- San Rafael, CA
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1942
- Specialties
- Guide Dog training, Puppy raising, Volunteering, and Donations
Locations
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Primary
350 Los Ranchitos Road
San Rafael, CA 94903, US
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32901 SE Kelso Road
Boring, OR 97009, US
Employees at Guide Dogs for the Blind
Updates
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Guide Dogs for the Blind's Oregon campus will be having our 500th graduation on August 24th! Come celebrate this milestone with us and cheer on the graduating guide dog teams. You are invited to attend in-person or via our livestream. Learn more at guidedogs.com/graduations #GuideDogsForTheBlind #IAmGDB #GuideDog #ServiceDog
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Are you interested in learning if a guide dog is right for you? Consider attending Guide Dog Experience Day at either our California or Oregon campuses! This free, half-day event gives attendees self-assessment tools to make an informed choice about the guide dog lifestyle. Register for a Guide Dog Experience Day at https://lnkd.in/gv6M6U5y In this photo, a participant walks with a black Lab guide dog on a sunny path surrounded by blooming flowers and trees. An instructor walks next to them and holds the leash to the dog. #GuideDogsForTheBlind #GuideDog #ServiceDog #Blindness #Disability
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At Guide Dogs for the Blind, we're more than an industry-leading guide dog school. With world-class client services and a robust network of instructors, puppy raisers, donors, and volunteers, we prepare highly qualified guide dogs and K9 Buddy dogs, provide guide dog readiness skills, and offer youth programs to empower individuals who are blind or visually impaired -- all of which are provided FREE of charge. GDB not only improves mobility for our clients, we further inclusion. To learn more, visit guidedogs.com Alt text available #GuideDogsForTheBlind #IAmGDB #GuideDog #ServiceDog #Blind #Disability
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Members of our community are tapping into the power of their networks to raise money for GDB's life-changing programs using our peer-to-peer platform, Fundraise for Pawsitive Impact. To learn how you can turn your celebrations, athletic events, and more into GDB fundraising opportunities, visit fundraise.guidedogs.com
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There are many ways to make an impact at Guide Dogs for the Blind. From fostering and raising dogs to helping with client service, there's no shortage of ways to help. Learn about the various ways you can volunteer to support GDB's life-changing mission at https://lnkd.in/eubsF37s Alt text available #GuideDogsForTheBlind #IAmGDB #Volunteer
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Do you have a passion for dogs and desire a career with a meaningful purpose? Being a Canine Welfare Training Technician (CWTT) at Guide Dogs for the Blind is a rewarding job where you will make a difference every day in the lives of our dogs and the clients we serve. As a Training Kennel Technician, you’ll play an important role in providing enrichment for the physical and mental well-being of our dogs and making sure their kennels are clean and maintained. Join us at our San Rafael, CA or Boring, OR campus and create partnerships between dogs and people in a career with a purpose. https://lnkd.in/gKhyRKdr Alt text available #GuideGogsfortheBlind #IAmGDB #BoringORJobs #SanRafaelCAJobs #OregonJobs #CaliforniaJobs
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Guide Dogs for the Blind (GDB) has been a big part of Megan Minkiewicz’s life. She grew up in California with GDB career-changed dogs and retired guides as pets. Her older sisters were puppy-raising volunteers in the 1970s, and her mother became a guide dog client at age 80. She has introduced generations of nieces and nephews to the organization as well. Read about how Megan first took the plunge into GDB and where she's at now: https://lnkd.in/gagPgK5k Alt text available #IAmGDB #RaiseAPuppyChangeALife
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We love shell-ebrating the good tides every year at our annual Fun Days held on GDB's California and Oregon campuses. From the creative Under the Sea themed costumes this year to the much anticipated puppy deliveries, we are so grateful to have an amazing community of puppy raisers, sitters, and supporters. It takes a village to raise a confident, resilient dog, and we couldn't be happier to do it with the GDB community. If you or someone you know is interested in being part of GDB's puppy raising program, head to guidedogs.com/puppy to learn more. Alt text available #GuideDogsForTheBlind #IAmGDB #RaiseAPuppyChangeALife
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The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), was signed into law on this day 34 years ago, promoting equality, inclusion, and accessibility for people with disabilities across various aspects of public life. The landmark legislation prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities in employment, public accommodations, transportation, and telecommunications. The inclusion of service animals in the ADA has been pivotal in promoting equal access for guide dog handlers and encouraging social inclusion, increased independence, safety, and support for people who are blind or visually impaired. We recognize the importance of this day and will continue to advocate for a more accessible and inclusive world. Learn more about the importance of ADA in the lives of GDB's alumni at https://lnkd.in/gzw-Tmkk #GuideDogsForTheBlind #GDB #DisabilityRights #AmericansWithDisabilitiesAct
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