Skip to content

Enriching Lives
Providing Opportunities

through sports and physical activity to individuals who are blind and visually impaired
A group of youth and adult athletes learning how to play adapted frisbee golf. One athlete is throwing the frisbee towards the camera

Who We Are​

Founded in 2007, Northwest Association for Blind Athletes is a national leader dedicated to improving the quality of life for children, youth, and adults through participation in sports and physical activity in communities across Washington, Oregon, Idaho and Montana.

Learn More About Who We Are

Join us to enrich the lives of individuals who are blind and visually impaired.

March 7, 2026 | Holiday Inn Portland Columbia Riverfront

Be part of an unforgettable evening that celebrates courage, achievement, and community. Join a group of passionate leaders and philanthropists at the Northwest Association for Blind Athletes’ premier annual event—Rise Dinner & Auction.
Learn More about Rise
Young boy in the air from a long jump.

Become an Athlete

By providing sport and physical activity, NWABA offers blind and visually impaired individuals a life-changing catalyst to gain confidence, develop skills, achieve goals and build community.

Become an Athlete
two men riding a tandem bicycle on a running track

Ways to Help

NWABA offers many ways for you to make a profound impact on individuals of all ages and abilities, who are blind or visually impaired.

Donate
Volunteer