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Blind Industries and Services of Maryland

BISM was founded in 1908 by the Maryland General Assembly, and provides diverse employment opportunities and non-visual rehabilita...Learn more

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About Blind Industries and Services of Maryland

BISM was founded in 1908 by the Maryland General Assembly, and provides diverse employment opportunities and non-visual rehabilitation and training programs for blind and low-vision people of all ages. BISM works tirelessly to change the staggering statistic that nearly 70% of the blind population in the United States is unemployed. BISM currently employs 480 associates (employees) in 10 facilities located in Maryland, Delaware, Virginia, the District of Columbia, Ft. Knox, Kentucky and Raleigh, North Carolina.

3345 Washington Blvd.Baltimore, MD 21227

Causes

Youth services, Senior services, Support groups, Adult peer mentoring, Independent living for people with disabilities

Established

1940

Tax ID

52-0591664

NTEE code

Blind/Visually Impaired Centers, Services

Blind Industries and Services of Maryland is a 501(c)(3) public charity, EIN 52-0591664. Donations are tax-deductible. Select content is provided by GuideStar.

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