Northwest Association for Blind Athletes (NWABA) was founded on May 5, 2007.
NWABA is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.
NWABA is funded by grants, individual gifts, and fundraising events.
NWABA serves individuals of all ages and abilities who are blind or visually impaired and their schools and families across Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Montana.
Billy Henry is the Founder, President/CEO of NWABA.
The organization leadership includes a 15-member Board of Directors of community leaders.
In 2018-2019, NWABA provided life-changing sports and physical activity programming for nearly 1,700 children, youth, and adults.
2,200+ Program & Service Hours Delivered
250+ Pieces of Equipment Available to Lend through Sports Adaptations
400+ Volunteers Across Oregon, Washington, Idaho, and Montana
In 2018:
15+ sports were offered including: Goalball, Judo, Tandem Cycling, Swimming, Track & Field, Skiing, Beep Baseball, Kayaking, Paddle Boarding, Hiking, Golf and other recreational activities.
1,500 participated in NWABA events across Washington, Oregon, Idaho and Montana.
120+ events were delivered throughout the Northwest
In 2015:
12+ sports were offered including: Goalball, Judo, Tandem Cycling, Swimming, Track & Field, Powerlifting, Skiing, Beep Baseball, Showdown, Kayaking, Paddle Boarding, Hiking, Golf and other recreational activities.
1,200 participated in NWABA events across Washington, Oregon, Idaho and Montana.
50+ Paralympic Experiences and other events were held throughout the Northwest
