[NFBK] Press Release - Chili Supper and Auction

[Lonnie Swafford]

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

 

NFB of Kentucky Greater Louisville Chapter 

ANNUAL CHILI SUPPER AND AUCTION

 

When: Saturday, March 1, 2025 

Time: 4:00 PM to 7:30 PM

Where: American Legion, 4610 Shelbyville Rd, Louisville, KY

 

Doors open at 4:00 PM. The cost is $5 which includes chili and dessert. The
event begins with a delicious dinner with a variety of homemade chilies to
choose from. Following dinner There is A thrilling auction featuring
incredible donated items to bid on including various themed baskets and lots
of amazing gift cards. In addition, there are opportunities to connect with
members of the blind community.

 

The National Federation of the Blind of Greater Louisville is thrilled to
announce our annual Chili Supper and Auction. Each year, we are pleased to
host this event to help fund the programs and services for the blind of our
community.

 

As a local chapter of the National Federation of the Blind, we are dedicated
to empowering blind individuals to achieve independence, pursue educational
opportunities, and engage fully in their communities. Proceeds from this
event will directly support programs such as the Mittie Lake Memorial
Scholarship for blind college students and the Braille Enrichment for
Literacy and Learning (NFB BELLR) Academy, as well as advocacy efforts
promoting accessibility and inclusion.

 

Angela Henderson, President of the National Federation of the Blind of
Kentucky, says, "Blindness is not the characteristic that defines who we
are. Continued funding for our local chapter will ensure funding for
programs that promote independence for the blind of Louisville, as well as
to foster opportunities for blind individuals to thrive within the
community. College students who are awarded scholarships may continue to
learn and aspire to reach their goals and allow them to live the lives they
want."

 

 

 

 

About the National Federation of the Blind 

 

We advance the lives of our members and all blind people in the United
States. 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.

 

 

 

 

CONTACT:

Ashley M. Swafford, President
National Federation of the Blind of Greater Louisville
ashley.swafford at nfbky.org
(502) 550-8208
www.nfbgl.org

 

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