Anita Roman, Fox 10 News anchor visited Arizona Industries for the Blind to learn more about its Distribution Services Unit. During her visit, Anita was introduced to some of our team members, learning about their lives and how AIB creates opportunities for independence through rewarding careers. Watch the story here.
“The American Dream is real! Moving to the United States has given me better economy (income), which enabled me to buy a house, raise a family and put my two daughters through college,” said Victor Ramos, Material Handler, Distribution Services Unit. Victor clearly remembers the day he was diagnosed with Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP)… “my first … Read more
Arizona Industries for the Blind (AIB) is proud to announce that its 2025 Richard J. Monaco Tee Off for Blindness Golf Tournament will be held on September 19th, 2025, with play beginning at 7:30AM. This year, the tournament will be held a Palm Valley Golf Course — located at 2211 N. Litchfield Road in Goodyear, … Read more
At AIB, our mission is to inspire individuals who are blind to achieve their maximum potential through meaningful employment. In line with this mission, we are proud to celebrate the growth of our team. In the past four years, 37 AIB team members have advanced into roles with increased pay and responsibility, underscoring our commitment … Read more
Arizona Industries for the Blind (AIB) is proud to announce that its 2024 Richard J. Monaco Tee Off for Blindness Golf Tournament will be held on September 20th, 2024, with play beginning at 7:30AM. This year, the tournament will be held a Palm Valley Golf Course — located at 2211 N. Litchfield Road in Goodyear, … Read more
Meet the AIB team members working on our BDG packaging project.
This strategic collaboration allows AIB to showcase the genuine capabilities of an often-underestimated and underutilized workforce—delivering exceptional products and services while creating a workplace culture that is supportive of and respectful toward all employees. Download the full Press Release here…
President/CEO Chris Lafollette, Vice President Larry Mann and Public Policy Manager David Steinmetz traveled to Washington DC to meet with elected officials and Staff to advocate for Arizonians who are blind working in the AbilityOne program. The team discussed how important “informed choice” is for clients in the VR program, creating new careers for people … Read more
Phoenix, AZ – Arizona Industries for the Blind (AIB) has shipped more than 5,000 multivitamins with folic acid to people in Arizona in less than four weeks, clearing a year long backlog. The partnership between AIB and Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS), Bureau of Nutrition and Physical Activity (BNPA) create and sustain careers for … Read more
Phoenix, Ariz.- Arizona Industries for the Blind (AIB) is pleased to announce a new partnership with Beyond Clothing that will create new career opportunities for Arizonians who are blind or visually impaired. Click to read the full Media Release.