Southwest Florida
Council of The Blind
SWFCB serves citizens of Lee County who are blind or visually impaired through education, advocacy and mentoring.
Announcements
Celebrating 20 years of Service to the Community!
SWFCB Events
SOCIAL
When: Saturday, July 11, 2026
3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Where: Pincher’s 2360 W. 1st. St.,
Cape Coral, FL 33990
Please note the 3-6PM duration and the “W.” of the “W. 1st St.” address. If you plan on attending, RSVP to Arlene by July 7:
239-201-5239
argallentine@gmail.com
Will Grignon 727-564-9759
SWFCB: a community of those navigating vision loss and sharing experiences.
Peer Support Group
When:
July 1, Peer Support, 6PM, Zoom
SWFCB Meeting
July 18, SWFCB regular meeting, 10:30AM-1PM, Cape Coral Library, 921 SW 39th Terrace.
About SWFCB
Mission
To enhance the lives of blind and visually impaired residents of Lee County.
Vision
To educate about the challenges faced by and the capabilities of people with vision loss.
Goal
To equalize the opportunities of people with vision loss in education, employment, transportation and recreation.
SWFCB In Action
Come to one of our monthly meetings and check us out! To find out when and where, call (239)314-8768 or email swfcb1@gmail.com
SWFCB Provides
- Activities designed to empower those who are blind and visually impaired to be independent, active and productive members of society.
- Opportunities for networking to develop strategies supporting the rights and needs of people with vision loss.
- Advocacy for changes enhancing the lives of people with vision loss through representation with local, state and federal officials and organizations.
- Funding for adaptive equipment and mentoring for students and workers with vision loss.
- Social and educational opportunities.
- Programming to inform and support parents and educators about the needs of children who are blind or visually impaired.
- Merit Award Scholarship for a high school senior attending a higher learning institution.
Meeting Time & Date
The 3rd Saturday of every month
10:30 am to 1:00 pm921 SW 39th Terrace, Clubhouse, Ft Myers, 33901
President Chantale Napier
PHONE: (810) 288-4116
EMAIL: chantalewilliams@icloud.com
Vice President Matt Thonley
PHONE: 239-214- 5726
EMAIL: Thomley74@gmail.com
Secretary Will Grignon
PHONE: (727) 564-9759
EMAIL: wgrignon13@gmail.com
Treasurer Ernie White
PHONE: (239) 822-0444
EMAIL: ernielw@icloud.com
Membership Secretary Arlene Gallentine
PHONE: 239-201-5239
EMAIL:argallentine@gmail.com
Director Crystle Barrs
PHONE: (239) 841-0395
EMAIL: Kryztale@gmail.com