[Lpobc] Annual Convention of the National Federation of the Blind in Orlando, FL July 1 - 6

Fri Feb 14 22:24:42 UTC 2014

Contact Krystal Guillory at kguillory at lcb-ruston.com or 318-245-8955.
Thanks so much!

On Fri, Feb 14, 2014 at 4:09 PM, Barbara Mandelbaum <asmandel1 at sbcglobal.net
> wrote:

>  Does anyone know who is in charge of distributing free braille books at
> the convention? We usually send some boxes of books to give out but I don't
> know who to contact about it this year. My group is Temple Beth El Braille
> Bindery volunteers.  We give out free books all the time so if anyone is
> interested contact me.  We have contracted and uncontracted books that we
> can duplicate.  We have about 1300 titles.   asmandel1 at sbcglobal.net
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> *From:* Laura Bostick <laura.l.bostick at gmail.com>
> *To:* Louisiana Parents of Blind Children List <lpobc at nfbnet.org>
> *Sent:* Friday, February 14, 2014 3:45 PM
> *Subject:* [Lpobc] Annual Convention of the National Federation of the
> Blind in Orlando, FL July 1 - 6
>
> Hi Everyone,
>
> The annual convention of the National Federation of the Blind will take
> place this year in Orlando, FL from July 1 - 6. Scholarships are available
> for first time convention attendees. Here is information on how to apply.
>
> Best wishes,
> Carol
>
> Carol Castellano
> Parents of Blind Children-NJ
> Director of Programs
> National Organization of Parents of Blind Children
> 973-377-0976
> carol_castellano at verizon.net
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> The Kenneth Jernigan Convention Scholarship Fund
> by Allen Harris
>
> From the Editor: Allen Harris is the chairman of the Kenneth Jernigan Fund
> Committee and was one of the people who came up with the idea of honoring
> our former president and longtime leader by establishing a program to
> promote attendance at the national convention, where so much inspiration
> and learning occur. Here is Allen's announcement about the 2014 Kenneth
> Jernigan Convention Scholarship Fund Program:
>
> Have you always wanted to attend an NFB annual convention but have not
> done so because of the lack of funds? The Kenneth Jernigan Convention
> Scholarship Fund invites you to make an application for a scholarship
> grant. Perhaps this July you too can be in the Rosen Centre Hotel in
> Orlando, Florida, enjoying the many pleasures and learning opportunities at
> the largest and most important yearly convention of blind people in the
> world.
> The three biggest ticket items you need to cover when attending an NFB
> national convention are the roundtrip transportation, the hotel room for a
> week, and the food (which tends to be higher priced than at home). We
> attempt to award additional funds to families, but, whether a family or an
> individual is granted a scholarship, this fund can only help; it won't pay
> all the costs. Last year most of the sixty grants were in the range of $400
> to $500 per individual.
> We recommend that you find an NFB member as your personal convention
> mentor, someone who has been to many national conventions and is able to
> share money-saving tips with you and tips on navigating the extensive
> agenda in the big hotel. Your mentor will help you get the most out of the
> amazing experience that is convention week.
>
> Who is eligible?
> Active NFB members, blind or sighted, who have not yet attended an NFB
> national convention because of lack of funding are eligible to apply.
>
> How do I apply for funding assistance?
> 1. You write a letter giving your contact information, and your local NFB
> information, your specific amount requested, and then explain why this is a
> good investment for the NFB. The points to cover are listed below.
> 2. You contact your state president in person or by phone to request his
> or her help in obtaining funding. Be sure to tell the president when to
> expect your request letter by email, and mention the deadline.
> 3. You (or a friend) send your letter by email to your state president. He
> or she must add a president's recommendation and then email both letters
> directly to the Kenneth Jernigan Convention Scholarship Fund Committee.
> Your president must forward the two letters no later than April 15, 2014.
> Your letter to Chairperson Allen Harris must cover these points:
> . Your full name, and all your telephone numbers and label themcell
> phone, home, office, other person (if any).
> . Your mailing address and, if you have one, your email address.
> . Your state affiliate and state president; your chapter and chapter
> president, if you attend a chapter.
> . Your personal convention mentor and provide that person's phone number.
> Your specific request:
> Explain how much money you need from this fund to make this trip possible
> for you. We suggest you consult with other members to make a rough budget
> for yourself.
> The body of your letter should answer these questions:
> How do you currently participate in the Federation? Why do you want to
> attend a national convention? What would you receive; what can you share or
> give? You can include in your letter to the committee any special
> circumstances you hope they will take into consideration.
>
> When will I be notified that I am a winner?
> If you are chosen to receive this scholarship, you will receive a letter
> with convention details which should answer most of your questions. The
> committee makes every effort to notify scholarship winners by May 15, but
> you must do several things before that to be prepared to attend if you are
> chosen.
> 1. Make your own hotel reservation. If something prevents you from
> attending, you can cancel the reservation. (Yes, you may arrange for
> roommates of your own to reduce the cost.)
> 2. Register online for the entire convention, including the banquet, by
> May 31.
> 3. Find someone in your chapter or affiliate who has been to many
> conventions and can answer your questions as a friend and advisor.
> 4. If you do not hear from the committee by May 15, then you did not win a
> grant this year.
>
> How will I receive my convention scholarship?
> At convention you will be given a debit card or credit card loaded with
> the amount of your award. The times and locations to pick up your card will
> be listed in the letter we sent you. The committee is not able to provide
> funds before the convention, so work with your chapter and state affiliate
> to assist you by obtaining an agreement to advance funds if you win a
> scholarship and to pay your treasury back after you receive your debit or
> credit card.
>
> What if I have more questions?
> For additional information email the chairman, Allen Harris, at <
> kjscholarships at nfb.org> or call his Baltimore, Maryland, office at (410)
> 659-9314, x2415.
> Above all, please use this opportunity to attend your first convention on
> the national level and join several thousand active Federationists in the
> most important meeting of the blind in the world. We hope to see you in
> Orlando.
>
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