Meta AI Glasses for Blind and Low-Vision Veterans
Blind and low-vision veterans have an opportunity to receive Meta AI glasses at no cost, along with hands-on training to help them get set up and learn how to use the technology in everyday life.
On October 27, East Texas Lighthouse for the Blind, Austin Lighthouse for the Blind, the Texas Technology Access Program, the Blinded Veterans Association (BVA), Meta and other partners will host a Meta AI glasses distribution and training event at The University of Texas at Austin.
Event Details
Tuesday, October 27, 2026
8 a.m.–5 p.m.
The University of Texas at Austin
Dell Campus for Advanced Research
(formerly the J.J. Pickle Research Campus)
2901 Read Granberry Trail
Austin, TX 78758
Who can participate?
Veterans do not have to live in Austin or Central Texas to participate, and their vision loss does not have to be service connected.
Advance application is required. This is not a walk-in giveaway. Veterans must apply and complete the eligibility process before the event. Approved participants will receive a scheduled appointment for their glasses and hands-on training.
This Austin event is part of a national initiative from Meta and the Blinded Veterans Association to expand access to AI glasses for veterans who are blind or visually impaired.
Learn About Meta’s Blinded Veterans Initiative
Questions about eligibility or registration should be directed to the program contacts listed on the application page.