Support NFB Programs and Make a Difference for Blind People!
by Bridgid Burke
From the Editor: Bridgid Burke is one of the unsung heroes who does the paperwork, keeps the books, and ensures that we are in compliance with all of the laws and regulations so we are seen by charitable regulators as a highly regarded giving opportunity. The work she does is not glamorous, but it makes all the difference, and the enthusiasm she brings to it is infectious. Here is what she has to say about giving opportunities all of us have as we approach the national convention:
The National Federation of the Blind appreciates the continued support of our affiliates, chapters, and divisions that donate to the Honor Roll Call, door prizes, and PAC prizes.
Honor Roll Call
Affiliates and national divisions support the NFB’s sustaining funds through Honor Roll Call contributions. The NFB accepts donations for the Kenneth Jernigan Fund, SUN shares, the White Cane Fund, and the Jacobus tenBroek Memorial Fund to support the Jernigan Institute in Baltimore. You can send your 2024 contributions by writing a check payable to National Federation of the Blind and mailing it to 200 East Wells Street, Baltimore, Maryland, 21230, Attention: Fiscal Services – Roll Call, and write Roll Call in the check memo. Please send an email to [email protected] with the name of your organization and the amounts to go to each fund. If your organization is making a pledge to be paid later this year, please send an email to [email protected] telling us how much is being pledged for each fund and when we can expect the check. All pledges should be fulfilled by August 31.
All Honor Roll Call contributions and pledges made before the national convention are acknowledged on our website. We also appreciate chapters and affiliate divisions that make contributions. We suggest sending your contributions to your affiliate first. We will consolidate contributions sent to the national organization with an affiliate’s totals.
Door Prizes
NFB door prizes are a draw for a lot of members, and we appreciate donations from affiliates, chapters, divisions, and individuals. If you or your organization has items or cash prizes to donate, you can deliver them to Bennett Prows or Kenia Flores on the stage before and during breaks of the NFB national convention general sessions. Please put your cash donations in an envelope and label all donations in Braille and print so our Door Prize team can recognize your organization for its support.
Virtual attendees registered for the convention are also eligible to win door prizes! The NFB accepts cash donations to purchase gift cards for virtual door prize winners. If your organization would like to support our virtual door prizes, mail a check payable to National Federation of the Blind to 200 East Wells Street, Baltimore, Maryland, 21230, Attention: Fiscal Services – Virtual DP, and write Virtual Door Prize in the check memo. We also appreciate you sending an email to [email protected] with the name of your organization and the amount you are sending so we know to expect your donation.
Good luck to all registered attendees!
PAC Prizes
Get on the PAC plan, sign up today…you know the song…we need your contributions right away! During our general sessions, the PAC Plan Committee draws winners for various incentive prizes. Your affiliate, chapter, or division can support the PAC plan by donating toward these prizes. Cash donations are to be sent to the national organization and will be used to purchase gift card prizes. To support the PAC program, send a check payable to National Federation of the Blind by mail to 200 East Wells Street, Baltimore, Maryland, 21230, Attention: Fiscal Services – PAC, and write PAC Prizes in the check memo. Also send an email to [email protected] with the name of your organization and the amount you are sending so we know to expect your donation.
Thank you for your continued support of the National Federation of the Blind; with your help we make a difference in the lives of blind people!