Southwest Florida
Council of The Blind
SWFCB serves citizens of Lee County who are blind or visually impaired through education, advocacy and mentoring.
Announcements
Social
When: Saturday, October 3
3:00 – 6:00 pm
Where: The Brunch Factory
2401 Hancock Bridge Pkwy, Cape Coral, FL 33990, USA
Peer Support Group
When: Wednesday, October 9
2:00 – 4:00 pm
Where: 5624 Malt Dr., #2 Fort Myers, FL 33907
SWFCB Meeting
When: Saturday, October 17
10:30 am – 1:00 pm
Where: Lakes Regional Library, 15290 Bass Rd, Fort Myers, FL 33919, USA
Happy White Cane Day!
Thursday, October 15 2026
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
Pictured Left to Right: David, VP Matt, and Mike showing off the new SWFCB shirts now available for members.
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