Blind Industries and Services of Maryland
Going Beyond Disabilities to Create Opportunity
Established in 1908 by the Maryland General Assembly as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, Blind Industries and Services of Maryland provides innovative rehabilitation services, training and stable employment opportunities to our state’s citizens who are blind or visually impaired.
Blind Industries nurtures a culture that promotes open communication, teamwork and trust while upholding core values of honesty and integrity. Working with our associates to achieve independence and personal growth is our most important objective, because we believe in the powerful capabilities of all people.
Each year we serve over 3,000 Maryland citizens who are blind, and almost 500 Blind Industries associates that operate out of our 14 facilities in Maryland, Delaware, District of Columbia, Virginia, Kentucky and North Carolina manufacturing products and operating our full service Ecommerce Department (www.shopbism.com) and AbilityOne Base Supply Centers providing products and services through outstanding customer service.
Guided by an unwavering commitment to excellence, our direction at Blind Industries is clear – expand and promote the many talents and skills of our associates to accomplish the truly exceptional.
To learn more about Blind Industries and Services of Maryland, please visit our website at www.bism.org.
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