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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link="#467886" vlink="#96607D" style='word-wrap:break-word'><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'><span style='font-size:14.0pt;line-height:106%'>Announcing the 2025 National Federation of the Blind of Nebraska Annual Scholarship Program!<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:14.0pt;line-height:106%'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:14.0pt;line-height:106%'>Are you a legally blind college student in Nebraska? Do you know someone pursuing their academic dreams who could use some support? The National Federation of the Blind of Nebraska (NFBN) is excited to announce our 2025 Annual Scholarship Program! This is your chance to gain financial assistance, connect with other blind Nebraskans and grow as a leader in your community. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:14.0pt;line-height:106%'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'><span style='font-size:14.0pt;line-height:106%'>Who Can Apply?<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:14.0pt;line-height:106%'>If you’re legally blind, a Nebraska resident and a student anywhere from a high school senior entering college in the fall of 2025 to a graduate student working on your PhD., we want to hear from you! <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:14.0pt;line-height:106%'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:14.0pt;line-height:106%'>Our scholarships are merit-based, recognizing academic excellence, leadership and community involvement. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:14.0pt;line-height:106%'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'><span style='font-size:14.0pt;line-height:106%'>What’s at Stake?<o:p></o:p></span></p><ul style='margin-top:0in' type=disc><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1'><span style='font-size:14.0pt;line-height:106%'>First Place Scholarship: $1,500 from the National Federation of the Blind of Nebraska. <o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1'><span style='font-size:14.0pt;line-height:106%'>Two additional Scholarships: Sponsored by the Omaha Chapter, Lincoln Chapter, and the Nebraska Association of Blind Students.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpLast style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1'><span style='font-size:14.0pt;line-height:106%'>Experience the NFBN State Convention!<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:14.0pt;line-height:106%'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:14.0pt;line-height:106%'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:14.0pt;line-height:106%'>Finalists are required to attend the 2025 NFBN state Convention March 27-30 in Omaha, paid for by the NFBN. This convention is not just a requirement—it’s an incredible opportunity to meet successful blind leaders, expand your network and learn from blind individuals. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:14.0pt;line-height:106%'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'><span style='font-size:14.0pt;line-height:106%'>Hear from Our 2024 Scholarship Winner:<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:14.0pt;line-height:106%'>“Receiving the 2024 NFBN scholarship provided me with a fantastic experience at the state convention. There, I met a number of incredible people and became involved in reforming the Nebraska Association of Blind Students, becoming its first vice president.”</span><span style='font-size:14.0pt;line-height:106%'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:14.0pt;line-height:106%'>– Benjamin Grelk <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:14.0pt;line-height:106%'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'><span style='font-size:14.0pt;line-height:106%'>Ready to Apply?<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:14.0pt;line-height:106%'>1. Review the rules and application checklist. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:14.0pt;line-height:106%'>2. Complete the official 2025 Scholarship Application Form. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:14.0pt;line-height:106%'>3. Gather all required documents. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:14.0pt;line-height:106%'>4. Schedule and complete an interview with the NFBN President or Scholarship Chair. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:14.0pt;line-height:106%'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:14.0pt;line-height:106%'>Find the application and details at <a href="http://www.ne.nfb.org/scholarship">www.ne.nfb.org/scholarship</a><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:14.0pt;line-height:106%'><a href="http://www.ne.nfb.org/scholarship">http://www.ne.nfb.org/scholarship</a><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:14.0pt;line-height:106%'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'><span style='font-size:14.0pt;line-height:106%'>Have Questions?<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'><span style='font-size:14.0pt;line-height:106%'>Reach out to us!<o:p></o:p></span></p><ul style='margin-top:0in' type=disc><li class=MsoListParagraph style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2'><span style='font-size:14.0pt;line-height:106%'>Bob Burns, Scholarship Chair <o:p></o:p></span></li></ul><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:14.0pt;line-height:106%'> </span><span style='font-size:14.0pt;line-height:106%;font-family:"Segoe UI Emoji",sans-serif'>📞</span><span style='font-size:14.0pt;line-height:106%'> (402) 210-5750 <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:14.0pt;line-height:106%'> </span><span style='font-size:14.0pt;line-height:106%;font-family:"Segoe UI Emoji",sans-serif'>📧</span><span style='font-size:14.0pt;line-height:106%'> <a href="mailto:scholarship@ne.nfb.org">scholarship@ne.nfb.org</a> <o:p></o:p></span></p><ul style='margin-top:0in' type=disc><li class=MsoListParagraph style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2'><span style='font-size:14.0pt;line-height:106%'>Jamie Richey, NFBN President <o:p></o:p></span></li></ul><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:14.0pt;line-height:106%'> </span><span style='font-size:14.0pt;line-height:106%;font-family:"Segoe UI Emoji",sans-serif'>📞</span><span style='font-size:14.0pt;line-height:106%'> (308) 520-9024 <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:14.0pt;line-height:106%'> </span><span style='font-size:14.0pt;line-height:106%;font-family:"Segoe UI Emoji",sans-serif'>📧</span><span style='font-size:14.0pt;line-height:106%'> <a href="mailto:president@ne.nfb.org">president@ne.nfb.org</a> <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:14.0pt;line-height:106%'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:14.0pt;line-height:106%'>Don’t miss this chance to achieve your academic goals and join Nebraska’s vibrant blind community. Apply today!<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:106%;font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></p></div></body></html>