As part of the ongoing Volunteer Spotlight series, we checked in with volunteer Jy Maze on why she chooses to donate her time and energy to Alphapointe. Jy’s father, who was blind, actually worked for Alphapointe for a number of years, which created a bond between Jy and the organization. Additionally, Jy joined Alphapointe’s Foundation Board of Directors earlier this year.
Q&A with Jy
Tell us about you…
I am a wife, mother, entrepreneur, author, speaker and philanthropist.
Why do you volunteer at Alphapointe?
The work that Alphapointe does for the blind community is incredible and life changing. I volunteer because it feels good to know that you are also changing lives as well.
What does volunteering at Alphapointe do for you?
Volunteering at Alphapointe helps me understand that we as humans need each other.
What do you want to share with others about Alphapointe?
Alphapointe is continuously researching new ways and innovations to make life for the blind community less difficult.
Why should others get engaged with Alphapointe?
I believe others should get involved to give back and help those that are visually challenged.
What is something you think everyone should know about Alphapointe?
Alphapointe is continuously researching new ways and innovations to make life for the blind community less difficult.
What’s the most important thing Alphapointe does from your perspective?
Alphapointe helps the visually impaired become self-sufficient.
If there’s one public policy change you could make to help people with low vision, what would it be?
Free braille technology.