[KeyStoneChapter] Federation Focus for the Week of September 1 2025

[David B. Goldstein]

Hey there PA Federationists!

Happy Labor Day!

This week's _Federation Focus_ is packed with fundraisers, convention 
updates, and ways to get involved. Watch now at 
https://youtu.be/NQqEhzElwjU.

We're pushing to sell all 1,000 scholarship raffle tickets--$5,000 that 
will directly support deserving students in next year's scholarship 
class. Every ticket sold makes a difference!

The Greater Philadelphia Chapter heads to Atlantic City on Tuesday, 
September 2, with a bus leaving from 12th and Filbert. Seats may be 
limited, so check with Denise Brown or Eugenio right away. The Capital 
Chapter continues its Panera e-gift card fundraiser--$25 cards for your 
favorite soups, salads, or pastries, with proceeds supporting chapter 
activities. Looking ahead, the Greater Lehigh Valley Chapter's _Dancing 
in the Dark to Be Dancing in the Light_ gala promises a semi-formal 
night of fun, auctions, raffles, and dancing in October.

Of course, the big event is our State Convention in Harrisburg, November 
13-16, with meals, seminars, entertainment, and special celebrations.

Scroll down for all the links!

NFB of PA State Convention in Harrisburg from November 13 - November 16

Two weeks left to get in on the all-inclusive pricing for State 
Convention! Register at https://www.nfbofpa.org/register/. Check out the 
meals at https://nfbofpa.org/blog/2025-state-convention-meals/. Learn 
more and get other important links and phone numbers at 
https://www.nfbofpa.org/state-convention/. You can make hotel 
reservations at the Best Western Premier by calling (717) 561-2800. If 
you have a product or service you want to promote at our convention 
register for the Exhibit Hall at 
https://nfbofpa.org/blog/showcase-your-products-2025-nfb-pa-state-convention-exhibit-hall. 
Sponsorship opportunities are available! Learn how you can support our 
affiliate at 
https://nfbofpa.org/blog/2025-state-convention-sponsorship-opportunities.

NFB of PA Scholarship Program

Are you a blind or low vision student heading to college this fall? The 
National Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania wants to support your 
journey. Our Scholarship Program offers financial assistance to students 
who are legally blind, enrolled in an accredited college or university, 
and able to attend the NFB of PA State Convention in November. We 
believe in your potential--and we're here to help you reach it. Apply 
now and take the next step toward your goals: 
nfbofpa.org/scholarship-program [1].

Meetings:

Wednesday, September 3, 2025 at 7:30 PM

Coffee with the NFB of PA President & Board

Via Zoom:

https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/96349504843?pwd=Tk5zL3RRRnd4QjRiRzl2ODM0bEJmQT09

One tap mobile

+16469313860,,96349504843# US

Saturday, September 6, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Jigsaw Chapter Meeting
Via Zoom
https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/91793332704?pwd=a3dnVXdKeGJ2UEtscGNBbnpCU1BtUT09

One tap mobile

+13017158592,,91793332704#

Fundraisers

Affiliate Scholarship Raffle

Win Cash. Support Students. Help fund the NFB of PA Scholarship by 
selling--or buying--raffle tickets today! Each ticket is just $5, and 
every night in October is a chance to win:
🎉 $50 if your 3-digit number hits Sunday through Friday or 🎉 $100 if it 
hits on Saturday! Tickets are available through your chapter or division 
President or Treasurer.
Not in a chapter? No problem--email vp1 at nfbofpa.org to get yours. Every 
ticket helps a future scholar--and could put cash in your pocket.

Greater Philly Casino Bus Trip

Support the Greater Philadelphia Chapter and head to Resorts Casino 
Hotel for a chance to win big and walk the boards on Tuesday, September 
2, 2025! The bus leaves Philadelphia on Philbert near 12th Street 
outside the Marriott at 10:00 AM and leaves Atlantic City at 5:30 PM. 
The cost is $35, and you get $18 back in slot play. Contact Greater 
Philly Treasurer Eugenio D'Olivera with questions and to purchase 
tickets.

Dancing in the Dark to be Dancing in the Light Fundraiser

Support the Greater Lehigh Valley Chapter annual Dancing in the Dark 
fundraiser. The Gala takes place on October 10 at the Northampton 
Country Club in Easton. General Attendance Ticket: $100.00, Blind 
Attendance Ticket: $50.00. Ticket includes food, entertainment, and a 
chance to win great prizes! Contact Jemmie Jones at 
pidgeon1212 at gmail.com for more info, to purchase tickets, or make a 
donation for the event.

Capital Chapter Panera e-Gift Card Fundraiser

The Capital Chapter still has a limited number of $25 Panera e-gift 
cards available--grab one while they last! It's an easy way to support 
the chapter and treat yourself (or someone else) to something delicious. 
Purchase yours today at: 
https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=8T3TRZPB8FSLA [2]. Every 
card sold helps fuel the chapter's work--thank you for your support!

White Canes Connect

In episode 144 of _White Canes Connect_, Lisa Bryant and David Goldstein 
welcome an incredible team from the Library of Accessible Media for 
Pennsylvanians (LAMP) in Pittsburgh. Joining us are Mark Lee, Library 
Administrator; Mary Beth Parks, Patron Services Manager; Laura Hughes, 
Youth Services Librarian; and Jeff Wright, Manager of Technology and 
Materials Fulfillment.

Find this episode at:

Apple Podcasts

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-statewide-beacon-how-lamp-levels-the-playing-field/id1592248709?i=1000723900110

Spotify

https://open.spotify.com/episode/4xg9wI8ILTiAMozGEvrZ7c

YouTube

https://youtu.be/uz3CnDTjDuo?si=sYQzR25WvUsXAiwE

White Canes Connect Website
https://www.whitecanesconnect.com/144/

White Canes Connect is on Two Best Visually Impaired Podcast Lists

Our affiliate podcast is one of the 100 Best Visually Impaired Podcasts 
on FeedSpot! Check out the list at 
https://podcast.feedspot.com/visually_impaired_podcasts/.

White Canes Connect is also on the Best 100 on Million Podcasts! Have a 
look: 
https://www.millionpodcasts.com/visually-impaired-podcasts/?utm_source=smtp&utm_medium=F1_email&utm_content=template_b 
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NFB-NEWSLINE(R)

Learn more about NFB-NEWSLINE(R) at https://nfbofpa.org/nfb-newsline.

Braille Monitor

The Braille Monitor is the NFB's flagship publication. Learn more about 
it at https://nfb.org/resources/publications-and-media/braille-monitor.

Independence Market Online

The Independence Market is now available online! Explore their product 
offerings and make a purchase at https://catalog.nfb.org/.

Regards,

David

-- 
David B. Goldstein
david at iCantCU.com
   (610) 715-5020 mobile
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Links:
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[1] https://nfbofpa.org/scholarship-program
[2] https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=8T3TRZPB8FSLA
[3] 
https://www.millionpodcasts.com/visually-impaired-podcasts/?utm_source=smtp&utm_medium=F1_email&utm_content=template_b
[4] http://www.iCantCU.com
[5] https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/icantcu-podcast/id1445801370
[6] https://open.spotify.com/show/3nck2D5HgD9ckSaUQaWwW2
[7] https://www.youtube.com/@icantcu/
[8] https://www.icantcu.com/amazon
[9] https://twitter.com/davidbenj
[10] https://www.instagram.com/davidbenj/
[11] https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidbenj
[12] https://www.facebook.com/davidbenj
[13] 
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/white-canes-connect/id1592248709
[14] https://open.spotify.com/show/1YDQSJqpoteGb1UMPwRSuI
[15] https://www.youtube.com/@pablindpodcast
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