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<p class="MsoPlainText"><a name="_Hlk47875893">Everyone,<o:p></o:p></a></p>
<p class="MsoPlainText"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk47875893"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoPlainText"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk47875893">Apologies to those who tried and had trouble completing the
</span><a href="https://forms.gle/nhJjhCbWy78fwZBH6"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk47875893">participant entry form</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk47875893"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk47875893"> for the Walk for Opportunity; we missed a problem
in our testing, which is now fixed. Please </span><a href="https://forms.gle/nhJjhCbWy78fwZBH6"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk47875893">try again</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk47875893"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk47875893"> (or for the
first time, as the case may be! The details are below again for your convenience. Please sign up by August 24.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoPlainText"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk47875893"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoPlainText"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk47875893">The National Federation of the Blind of Minnesota's 44th Annual Walk for Opportunity will take place on September 6, 2025. Our primary 5K route will be in Minneapolis, around Lake of the Isles.
We also warmly welcome the participation of walkers on routes in other parts of the state who may be unable to join the larger group. This is our state organization's largest fund raiser. We hope everyone can participate by walking the Lake of the Isles route
on September 6, but there is also plenty of room for everyone to help, whether or not you walk.</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk47875893"><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"> Several businesses will also provide support for this event, and we
will share more information about this soon.</span> Please read on for details of the walk, and be sure to complete the
</span><a href="https://forms.gle/nhJjhCbWy78fwZBH6"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk47875893">online entry form</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk47875893"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk47875893"> if you plan to participate.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk47875893"><b><span style="font-size:11.0pt">The National Federation of the Blind knows that blindness is not the characteristic that defines you or your future. Every day we raise the expectations of blind
people, because low expectations create obstacles between blind people and our dreams. Our collective power, determination, and diversity achieve the aspirations of all blind people.</span><o:p></o:p></b></span></p>
<h2><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk47875893">Basics of the Walk for Opportunity<o:p></o:p></span></h2>
<p class="MsoPlainText"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk47875893">Federationists from around the state will gather at the designated starting point on Saturday, September 6, in time for our Kick-off at 10:30 AM. The kick-off will take place near the lake and
will also be available via the Zoom platform. After that, we'll walk, wheel, run, bike, and otherwise move forward for 5 kilometers along the beautiful lake route! As in previous walks, there will be designated non-walkers to make sure everyone has what they
need. Participants will gather at the end for lunch and a wrap-up to hear the results of our walk and for other fun activities!<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<h2><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk47875893">How Contributors can Donate<o:p></o:p></span></h2>
<p class="MsoPlainText"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk47875893">All participants in the Walk for Opportunity should plan to raise at least $25.00. This is a great way to involve friends, family members, coworkers, and any others in helping to support what we
do. Your contributors may donate in the following ways:<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoListBulletCxSpFirst" style="margin-left:.25in;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3">
<span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk47875893"><![if !supportLists]><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Symbol"><span style="mso-list:Ignore">·<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"">
</span></span></span><![endif]><span style="font-size:11.0pt">Make a contribution online at
</span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk47875893"></span><a href="http://www.nfbmn.org/"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk47875893"><span style="font-size:11.0pt">www.nfbmn.org</span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk47875893"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk47875893"><span style="font-size:11.0pt">
(click on "Donate" . To credit the donation to a walker, the contributor should check the box to "Add a Dedication" and then type the walk participant's name and “Walk for Opportunity” in the field.;<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
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</span></span></span><![endif]><span style="font-size:11.0pt">Send it via Zelle or PayPal to
</span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk47875893"></span><a href="mailto:info.nfbmn@gmail.com"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk47875893"><span style="font-size:11.0pt">info.nfbmn@gmail.com</span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk47875893"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk47875893"><span style="font-size:11.0pt">
(Include the participant name and “Walk for Opportunity” in the note);<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoListBulletCxSpMiddle" style="margin-left:.25in;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3">
<span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk47875893"><![if !supportLists]><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Symbol"><span style="mso-list:Ignore">·<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"">
</span></span></span><![endif]><span style="font-size:11.0pt">Send a check, made out to the National Federation of the Blind of Minnesota, to:
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National Federation of the Blind of Minnesota <br>
2801 Hennepin Ave. S. #126 <br>
Minneapolis, MN 55408-1907 <br>
(the donor should include a note with the walker's name and “Walk for Opportunity").;<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
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<span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk47875893"><![if !supportLists]><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Symbol"><span style="mso-list:Ignore">·<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"">
</span></span></span><![endif]><span style="font-size:11.0pt">Give it to a walk participant in-hand, to be turned in the day of the walk.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoPlainText"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk47875893">We have PDF fliers available to assist Federationists with soliciting donations. The flier explains all about the National Federation of the Blind of Minnesota and how to contribute to the Walk
for Opportunity. We also have sample emails available in case you'd like to send out emails to those you know to request donations. If you would like some of the fliers or to receive a sample e-mail,
</span><a href="mailto:jennifer.dunnam1829@gmail.com"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk47875893">contact Jennifer Dunnam</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk47875893"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk47875893">.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoPlainText"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk47875893">Online or mailed-in donations will be most convenient, but we know that many of the contributions for the walk are sometimes presented in-person on the day of the walk, and that is still more than
welcome!<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<h2><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk47875893">Register to Participate<o:p></o:p></span></h2>
<p class="MsoPlainText"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk47875893">Each person participating in the Walk for Opportunity should sign up as soon as possible but no later than August 24 by filling out our
</span><a href="https://forms.gle/nhJjhCbWy78fwZBH6"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk47875893">online entry form</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk47875893"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk47875893">. The form will ask for your name, email, phone number,
whether you need a new walk t-shirt this year and what size, emergency contact, if you'll be a walker or help another way. It is important to read all information and instructions on the form. Feel free to call (612) 872-9363 if you need help completing the
form.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<h2><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk47875893"><a name="_Hlk172994196">Lunch for Participants<o:p></o:p></a></span></h2>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk47875893"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk172994196">Participants who wish to do so will gather for lunch after the walk. We will be in touch again soon with more details about this and will request an RSVP.</span><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<h2><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk47875893">Social Media<o:p></o:p></span></h2>
<p class="MsoPlainText"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk47875893">Facebook and other social media platforms can also be a great way to spread the word about this fund raiser and bring in on-line donations. We will have an event set up on
</span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/National-Federation-of-the-Blind-of-Minnesota-180645653406/"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk47875893">our Facebook page</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk47875893"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk47875893">,
so you can join and share it on your own Facebook profile, as well as direct people to links to the event via your status. #NFBMNWalk25<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<h2><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk47875893">Everyone Can Help<o:p></o:p></span></h2>
<p class="MsoPlainText"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk47875893">As you know, we in the NFB of Minnesota work hard to protect the rights and further opportunities for blind people of all ages. Even if you are unable to walk with us, please seek out those donations
from friends and acquaintances, or make a donation yourself. We need the help of all our members to make this year's Walk for Opportunity as successful as ever! Join the fun on September 6 as we work together to raise expectations about blindness while raising
funds for the National Federation of the Blind of Minnesota</span>!<o:p></o:p></p>
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