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<p>Hey there PA Federationists,</p>
<p class="p1">Spring has sprung, <a href="https://youtu.be/oeQWxlfcHD4">Federation Focus</a> celebrates one year, and I’ve got a packed week ahead for the PA Affiliate. In this week’s episode, I share four upcoming meetings, three fundraisers, a final push for raffle ticket sales, details on the PABM Spring Fling Blind Vendor Showcase, scholarship deadlines, national convention updates for Austin, and a preview of our upcoming spring mail appeal. Thanks for being part of 52 editions of Federation Focus.</p>
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<p class="p3">Scroll down for all the links!</p>
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<p class="p3">Meetings</p>
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<p class="p3">Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at 7:30 PM<br />Seniors Group<br /><a href="https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/99546476505?pwd=cWU1bUpySFArLy84cmlZVHdXNEN5UT09">https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/99546476505?pwd=cWU1bUpySFArLy84cmlZVHdXNEN5UT09</a><br />One tap mobile<br />+13126266799,,99546476505#</p>
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<p class="p1">Thursday, March 26, 2026, at 8:00 PM<br />State Convention Planning Meeting<br /><a href="https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/93740003678?pwd=VlJIYm5MNWJHdXdHSTNtOGlnL0xKdz09">https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/93740003678?pwd=VlJIYm5MNWJHdXdHSTNtOGlnL0xKdz09</a><br />One tap mobile<br />+16468769923,,93740003678#</p>
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<p class="p3">Saturday, March 28, 2026, at 10:00 AM<br />Brandywine Valley Chapter Meeting<br />Via Zoom<br /><a href="https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/96234199448?pwd=cEtjbmRoV1hteVhVSXdwV2FDVGJUdz09">https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/96234199448?pwd=cEtjbmRoV1hteVhVSXdwV2FDVGJUdz09</a><br />One tap mobile<br />+16468769923,,96234199448#</p>
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<p class="p3">Saturday, March 28, 2026, at 10:00 AM<br />Greater Philadelphia Chapter Meeting<br />In-person at the Park Tower Apartments<br />4001 Conshohocken Avenue<br />Philadelphia, PA 19131<br />Zomm Info<br /><a href="https://nfb-org.zoom.us/meetings/97666825771/invitations?signature=_2F7tzs2xoMnx_mu92njSHpvAHhfbDy2OFICXSFo0U8"><span class="s1">https://nfb-org.zoom.us/meetings/97666825771/invitations?signature=_2F7tzs2xoMnx_mu92njSHpvAHhfbDy2OFICXSFo0U8</span></a><span class="s1"><br /></span>One tap mobile<br />+16469313860,,97666825771#</p>
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<p class="p3">Fundraisers</p>
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<p class="p3">Last Call for April Raffle Tickets</p>
<p class="p3">It’s the final push for one of our most exciting fundraisers of the year—and it could still put cash in your pocket all April long. Make those last sales, return your ticket stubs and money, and be part of the excitement. Drawings take place nightly in April just before 7:00 PM, with $50 winners Sunday through Friday and a $100 winner every Saturday. Every ticket sold directly supports our general fund, helping members attend State and National Conventions, Washington Seminar, and other essential programs. Let’s finish strong—for you and for our Federation.</p>
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<p class="p3">Spring Fling Blind Vendors Showcase</p>
<p class="p1">The Pennsylvania Association of Blind Merchants invites you to join us for the Spring Fling Blind Vendors Showcase on Saturday, April 11, 2026, from 4:00 to 10:00 PM at the DoubleTree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport. This high-energy evening brings together blind entrepreneurs from across Pennsylvania for a unique combination of fundraising, networking, and showcasing incredible businesses. Your ticket includes a full buffet, a two-hour open bar for adults, and raffle entries—making it a night that’s as fun as it is impactful. Whether you’re coming to support, shop, connect, or explore sponsorship opportunities, everything you need to get involved is in one place: <a href="https://www.pablindmerchants.org/fling"><span class="s1">https://www.pablindmerchants.org/fling</span></a></p>
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<p class="p3">Greater Philadelphia Chapter Double Good Popcorn Fundraiser</p>
<p class="p3">Mark your calendar for the Greater Philadelphia Chapter’s Double Good Popcorn Fundraiser, running Sunday, April 5 through Thursday, April 9. During these four days, members will be selling Double Good’s delicious popcorn online, with 50% of every purchase directly supporting the chapter’s programs and activities. Bookmark <a href="https://popup.doublegood.com/s/qm57o5h1"><span class="s2">https://popup.doublegood.com/s/qm57o5h1</span></a> to shop their popcorn store and help fuel our work empowering blind individuals throughout the community.</p>
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<p class="p3">Apply for a $10,000 National Scholarship</p>
<p class="p3">The National Federation of the Blind is accepting applications for the 2026 NFB Scholarship Program. We offer an array of scholarships to blind students to support their educational and professional goals. In addition to the $10,000 cash award, each recipient receives funding to attend our national convention, opportunities to network with other blind students, and avenues to connect with hundreds of blind professionals. Learn more and apply at <a href="https://nfb.org/programs-services/scholarships-and-awards/scholarship-program">https://nfb.org/programs-services/scholarships-and-awards/scholarship-program</a>. Application deadline is March 31, 2026.</p>
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<p class="p3">National Convention in Austin</p>
<p class="p3">This year’s National Convention is in Austin, Texas, from July 3-8. Learn more about the 2026 NFB National Convention at <a href="https://nfb.org/convention">https://nfb.org/convention</a>. Call 800-627-7468 to book your room. The main hotel is the JW Marriott. The spillover hotel is the Austin Marriott Downtown. Use the room block code, BL1, to ensure you receive the convention room rate.</p>
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<p class="p3">Jernigan Scholarships for National Convention</p>
<p class="p3">If you have never been to a National Convention, you can apply for a Jernigan Convention Scholarship by going to <a href="https://www.nfbofpa.org/jernigan">https://www.nfbofpa.org/jernigan</a>. Good luck!</p>
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<p class="p3">Financial Assistance to Attend National Convention</p>
<p class="p3">If you are a member of our affiliate, you can apply for financial assistance for National Convention. Please contact affiliate President Lynn Heitz at <a href="mailto:president@nfbofpa.org">president@nfbofpa.org</a> for an application.</p>
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<p class="p3">White Canes Connect</p>
<p class="p3">In this episode of White Canes Connect, host David Goldstein speaks with Kaleigh Brendle, founder and president of Judy’s League and a recent graduate of Villanova University preparing to begin law school. Kaleigh is a passionate disability rights advocate dedicated to protecting the civil rights of disabled Americans through education, outreach, and grassroots organizing.</p>
<p class="p3">Kaleigh joins the show to discuss Judy’s League, a cross-disability advocacy organization she founded in response to legal challenges threatening Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973—one of the foundational civil rights protections for people with disabilities. The conversation explores the ongoing lawsuit Texas v. Kennedy, why Section 504 matters, and how advocacy groups are working to ensure these protections remain intact.</p>
<p class="p3">Listen on your favorite podcast player or at:</p>
<p class="p3">Apple Podcasts<br /><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/judys-league-and-the-battle-to-save-section-504/id1592248709?i=1000753957519">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/judys-league-and-the-battle-to-save-section-504/id1592248709?i=1000753957519</a></p>
<p class="p3">Spotify<br /><a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/09dOAvvUKj5kUDxrG7AIax">https://open.spotify.com/episode/09dOAvvUKj5kUDxrG7AIax</a></p>
<p class="p3">YouTube<br /><a href="https://youtu.be/xFZLaG7Y53g?si=q35QRN8xlW-7Ljfh">https://youtu.be/xFZLaG7Y53g?si=q35QRN8xlW-7Ljfh</a></p>
<p class="p3">White Canes Connect Website<br /><a href="http://whitecanesconnect.com/151/">whitecanesconnect.com/151/</a></p>
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<p class="p3">White Canes Connect is on Two Best Visually Impaired Podcast Lists</p>
<p class="p3">FeedSpot: <a href="https://podcast.feedspot.com/visually_impaired_podcasts/">https://podcast.feedspot.com/visually_impaired_podcasts/</a>.</p>
<p class="p3">Million Podcasts: <a href="https://www.millionpodcasts.com/visually-impaired-podcasts/?utm_source=smtp&utm_medium=F1_email&utm_content=template_b">https://www.millionpodcasts.com/visually-impaired-podcasts/?utm_source=smtp&utm_medium=F1_email&utm_content=template_b</a></p>
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<p class="p3">NFB-NEWSLINE®</p>
<p class="p3">Learn more about NFB-NEWSLINE® at <a href="https://nfbofpa.org/nfb-newsline">https://nfbofpa.org/nfb-newsline</a>. Want to subscribe? Call (866)504-7300.</p>
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<p class="p3">Braille Monitor</p>
<p class="p3">The Braille Monitor is the NFB’s flagship publication. Learn more about it at <a href="https://nfb.org/resources/publications-and-media/braille-monitor">https://nfb.org/resources/publications-and-media/braille-monitor</a>.</p>
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<p class="p3">Independence Market Online</p>
<p class="p3">The Independence Market is available online! Explore their product offerings and make a purchase at <a href="https://catalog.nfb.org/">https://catalog.nfb.org/</a>.</p>
<p class="p3">Have a great week ahead!</p>
<p class="p3">Regards,</p>
<p class="p3">David</p>
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