ACB is proud to partner with Meta and the Blinded Veterans Association (BVA) to distribute Ray-Ban Meta AI glasses to eligible U.S. military veterans who are blind during the 2026 ACB Conference and Convention in St. Louis.
The distribution is part of Meta's commitment to donate Ray-Ban Meta AI glasses to 130,000 blinded veterans worldwide, helping expand access to AI-powered technology that supports greater independence and access to information. ACB is honored to serve as one of the distribution partners and will also provide training resources to veterans receiving the glasses.
Distribution Details
Date: Monday, July 27, 2026
Time: 1 pm to 5 pm CT
Location: Hyatt Regency St. Louis at The Arch
315 Chestnut Street
St. Louis, MO 63102
Room: Parkview
Eligible veterans may receive one pair of Ray-Ban Meta AI glasses at no cost while supplies are available.
Eligibility Requirements
To receive a pair of Ray-Ban Meta AI glasses at the July 27 distribution event, participants must:
- Be a U.S. military veteran who is legally blind.
- Acknowledgement of legal blindness
- Provide proof of military service or veteran status, such as a military ID or other official documentation.
- Have a compatible smartphone to set up and operate the glasses.
What to Expect
Veterans who meet the eligibility requirements will receive assistance from ACB staff and volunteers throughout the distribution process. Training resources will also be available to help recipients learn how to set up and begin using their Ray-Ban Meta AI glasses.
Click to access Meta’s training guide: https://www.meta.com/actions/ai-glasses-veteran-accessibility-training/
Questions?
For additional information about the Ray-Ban Meta AI glasses distribution, contact Cindy Hollis, ACB Manager of Membership Engagement, at chollis@acb.org.