​MD19 Lions Knights of the Blind is made of committee members who are, visually impaired, blind and sighted.
*Committee eligibility is available for active Lions and Leos within MD19.

Loss of vision does not have to result in withdrawal or dependency!
As Lions, we want to be sure those who are blind or experiencing loss of vision are aware of the resources and services available to allow them to adapt and live full and satisfying lives. Remember this may include some of our own members who are reluctant to admit vision loss!​

The MD19 Lions Knights of the Blind (KOTB) Committee was recognized and endorsed by the MD19 Lions Council of Governors in October 2020
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Our Projects

Grandpa's White Cane Book Project

KOTB is promoting Grandpa's White cane a book to bring awareness about those who are visually impaired and use a white cane. 
This committee hopes to bring the book and awareness to elementary schools specifically to 3rd graders classrooms, the goal is to have every school library have a hard cover copy that students and classrooms can check out and the information shared with the 3rd grade students. Bill Scholl, the KOTB chair has made wooden canes for the students to try out when speakers visit the classrooms. This is a large endeavor and we are looking for clubs/club members to help. This is another wonderful program that needs your support

Photo Left Top: Grandpa's White Cane Book. You can purchase the book via Amazon: The small paperback book costs $10.00 and the large hard cover book is $18.75. 

​*Lions clubs wishing to purchase books for this project, at discounted prices directly from the authors,  please contact Lion Colette Arvidson. 360-391-5880, 
colette.arvidson@gmail.com

Photo Left Bottom: KOTB Committee Chair, Bill Scholl who is a member of the Pierce County Virtual Lions Club, speaking at an elementary school about Grandpa's White Cane.

Our Mission

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To accept and act upon Helen Keller’s challenge made to Lions to become “Knights of the Blind,” which includes the improvement of the quality of life for people who are blind and visually impaired.
Goals:
  • To actively interact with blind and visually impaired individuals ​in our local communities and listen to their needs.
  • To partner with organizations of and for the blind and visually impaired.
  • To increase membership and support blind and visually impaired in Lions.
  • To assist where possible to obtain tools, devices, information and services to improve access for the blind and visually impaired.
  • To educate and raise awareness of blindness and visual impairment in our local communities. 

Our Vision
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Continuing Helen Keller's Challenge
Lions Empowering Blind Abilities through Access, Inclusiveness and Technology

Statistics

Did you know?
8 percent, nearly 20 million Americans have visual impairments
15 percent of those who are visually impaired who are totally blind
2 percent of those who are visually impaired who use a white cane or guide dog