[Nebraska-Students] 2025 NFB of Nebraska Scholarship

[Jamie K. Richey]

Announcing the 2025 National Federation of the Blind of Nebraska Annual Scholarship Program!

 

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.  

 

Who Can Apply?

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!  

 

Our scholarships are merit-based, recognizing academic excellence, leadership and community involvement.  

 

What’s at Stake?

*	First Place Scholarship: $1,500 from the National Federation of the Blind of Nebraska.  
*	Two additional Scholarships: Sponsored by the Omaha Chapter, Lincoln Chapter, and the Nebraska Association of Blind Students.
*	Experience the NFBN State Convention!

 

 

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.  

 

Hear from Our 2024 Scholarship Winner:

“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.”

– Benjamin Grelk 

 

Ready to Apply?

1. Review the rules and application checklist.  

2. Complete the official 2025 Scholarship Application Form.  

3. Gather all required documents.  

4. Schedule and complete an interview with the NFBN President or Scholarship Chair.  

 

Find the application and details at www.ne.nfb.org/scholarship <http://www.ne.nfb.org/scholarship> 

http://www.ne.nfb.org/scholarship

 

Have Questions?

Reach out to us!

*	Bob Burns, Scholarship Chair  

  📞 (402) 210-5750  

  📧 scholarship at ne.nfb.org <mailto:scholarship at ne.nfb.org>   

*	Jamie Richey, NFBN President  

  📞 (308) 520-9024  

  📧 president at ne.nfb.org <mailto:president at ne.nfb.org>   

 

Don’t miss this chance to achieve your academic goals and join Nebraska’s vibrant blind community. Apply today!