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September Update

9/27/2019

Congrats to BCLC Alumnus and America's Got Talent Champion,
Kodi Lee!

We are so proud of BCLC Alumnus Kodi Lee, who won the hearts of America's Got Talent fans and took home the
1 million prize on September 18.

His mother Tina was instrumental in his victory, and says the competition was truly a life-changing opportunity for Kodi and their whole family.

So what's next for the talented performer?
"Kodi would love to have a grand piano in every color possible," says Tina. "But more importantly, he would love to collaborate with other great musicians and bring love to the world through music and entertainment ... he would continue to achieve his lifetime goal of being a professional musician for as long as he can."

Inspirational Comments on Kodi's Win:

"This is what I call fighting against all odds and emerging victorious, you are a role model for millions and millions....."
"Kodi is teaching everyone not to judge the outside and listen and think with our hearts."
"Standing ovation to the work, dedication, patience involved by Kodi and all family members. They all deserve this win."

Watch Kodi's Grand Finale performance

Celebrating You!

A group of Blind Children's Learning Center supporters gathered on September 19 to celebrate program highlights from the past year and meet new Executive Director, Angie Rowe. Hosted by CBRE Newport Beach, guests had time to mingle before hearing powerful parent testimony from Jackie and Zach Mullins on how services have helped change the course of their two-year-old daughter Zoe's life.

We're so thankful for all of our supporters! Together we truly make a difference to children who are blind and visually impaired in Orange County.

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Zoe is one of the young students we serve in our Global Infant Development program, which has nearly doubled in size in the last few years. Zoe receives weekly services in her home environment to stimulate functional vision and meet important developmental milestones. Her parents, Jackie and Zach, say that BCLC staff members have become "like family" and that early intervention has made "a huge difference to Zoe. We can't imagine where she would be without it."

BCLC in the Community

Join us this weekend at the Festival of Children at the South Coast Plaza. The Festival of Children showcases more than 70 children’s charities that offer support, services and volunteer opportunities to the community. BCLC has been a proud participant in this month-long celebration since the beginning.

The BCLC booth will offer a textile matching activity to give children a chance to play a game relying on touch and sound instead of sight. Many thanks to the National Charity League - Monarch Beach volunteers for staffing the booth!

Days: Saturday and Sunday
Time: 11am to 2pm

BCLC Location: Booth 15 (located next to Banana Republic)

Event Details:
Free access to arts, cultural and,educational opportunities.

Schedule of Events

Blind Children's Learning Center is pleased to partner with Pretend City Children's Museum of Orange County on October 15 to present "White Cane Safety Day." This interactive learning opportunity gives kids the opportunity to build empathy and understanding by using a mobility cane to navigate mazes without relying on sight.

We hope all of you with young children can join us at Pretend City on October 15 from 11am - 2pm!

Golf, Shop, and Win at the Dr. Frank Villalobos Fall Golf Classic!

Get ready to Golf 'Fore the Kids. There are just a few weeks left to register!

Dr. Frank Villalobos
Fall Golf Classic

Monday, October 14, 2019
Yorba Linda Country Club
12:00 pm - Golf Start
4:30 pm Social Hour, Speaker & Auction

New Indian Wells Tennis Tournament Auction Package Revealed!
2 Premier Tickets to the BNP Paribas Indian Wells Tennis Tournament Finals on Friday and Saturday
2-Night Stay at the Marriott Renaissance Esmeralda Resort
Value: $2700

Thanks to our wonderful Golf sponsors!

Presenting Sponsor
Dr. Frank and Jeanette Villalobos

St. Andrews Sponsor

Pebble Beach Sponsor

Barbara Alvarado

Whitecross Foundation

Yorba Linda Country Club Sponsor

Exclusive Sponsors

Frank D'Orsi

The Konopisos Family

more sponsorship opportunities here

Legacy of Independence Society

There are now more ways to create a lasting legacy during your lifetime.
Stable, long-term support helps children like Jack (pictured) gain self-sufficiency from birth to age 22.

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We Just Added Tons to the Dr. Frank Villalobos Fall Golf Classic!

9/6/2019

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Just Announced!

BNP Tennis Tournament

This live auction package includes 2 premier tickets for the final matches of the BNP Paribas Indian Wells Tennis Tournament on Friday AND Saturday night!This 3-days, 2-nights stay at the exclusive Mariott Renaissance Esmeralda Hotel in Indian Wells is valued at $2,700. Dates: March 20-22, 2020

Coastal Getaway

Take a peek at our live auction package to the stunning Monterey Peninsula. Trip includes three days, two nights at the Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel and Spa; golf at the championship Del Monte Golf Course; and round trip airfare! Estimated value: $2,200.

All registered golfers get a shopping spree at the Travis Mathew mini bus.

Click here!

Did you miss our on our first live auction package? Check our desert retreat to the Scottsdale Fairmont Princess Hotel and championship golf course!

Four Opportunities to Win Big!

Our Hole-in-One Prizes include:
50" Samsung 4K HDTV
$5,000 Cash
Apple iPad 32GB Wi-Fi
$500 Adidas or Amazon Gift Card

What You Support

Golf to support critical services for K-12 students served through Blind Children's Learning Center.

You'll be helping students like Sophia.
BCLC helped Sophia regain hope, laughter and important skills such as Braille and white-cane mobility training after her battle with aggressive pediatric brain cancer.

Sophia is starting a whole new year of learning - will you help her meet her goals?