[nabs-l] financing

[Cindy Bennett]

I don't think you would be eligible for the first time scholarship
anymore, but reading the Braille Monitor article would probably clear
that up. Sometimes states fundraise or have funding for people going
to convention. You should get in touch with your state or local
chapter president.

Cindy

On 2/20/11, Jorge Paez <jorgeapaez at mac.com> wrote:
> OK.
>
> Just one more question.
>
> I went to convention last year as part of Blind INc.,
> but would be going with my parrents this time--would this still technically
> count as my first convention since last year it was with a training center?
>
> Thanks,
>
>
> Jorge
>
>
> On Feb 20, 2011, at 8:56 PM, Cindy Bennett wrote:
>
>> If this will be your first national convention, then see the January
>> edition of the Braille Monitor where directions for submitting a
>> letter are detailed. It is pretty simple, you have to write a letter
>> about why you think you should receive funding, and your state
>> president has to write a letter on your behalf.
>>
>> Cindy
>>
>> On 2/20/11, Jorge Paez <jorgeapaez at mac.com> wrote:
>>> Hi guys:
>>> Just wondering,
>>> where can you apply for the NFB financing program to attend the NFB
>>> National
>>> convention?
>>>
>>> Is it opened yet, and if so, where can I access it?
>>>
>>> Thanks,
>>>
>>> Jorge
>>>
>>>
>>>
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