[NFBK] Awards

Tue Aug 25 14:50:47 UTC 2026

Thank you, Karen!

Todd

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Subject: [NFBK] Awards

On behalf of the awards committee: 

Our 2026 National Federation of the Blind of Kentucky state convention is on the horizon. We certainly hope you are planning to be a part of this annual event that brings the blind of Kentucky together to take care of the business that affects us all. You can begin your participation by nominating an individual, chapter or division for one of our four prestigious awards:. The awards are as follows:The Susan B. Rarick, Harold L. Reagan, T. V. Cranmer, and Bob E. Whitehead  award. A description of each award and criteria are given at the end of this article. 

I can’t impress upon you enough that these awards should not be given lightly. In order for these  awards to maintain their integrity and place of honor in our organization we must give careful consideration to the nominees. We want the honorees to be proud that they were chosen and share a place in our organization's history book with other deserving individuals. An award loses its value and intent if given frivolously.     

Please reaxj out to the  chair of the awards committee, Karen Mayne with any questions. Her email address is karen.mayne at nfbky.org <mailto:karen.mayne at nfbky.org> . To nominate a candidate please send an email to  <mailto:awards at nfbky.org> awards at nfbky.org. Specifying the individual, chapter, or division you are nominating. Please state the award you are nominating them for, and what criteria you feel qualifies them  to receive this  award. The deadline for nominations is September 21, 2026. This will give the committee plenty of time to vet the  nominees and order the plaques. 

Thank you in advance for your participation.

Awards Description

SUSAN B. RERICK AWARD

Susan B. Rerick was a first grade teacher at the Kentucky School for the Blind in the early to mid-1900’s. She was a forward thinking individual who expected more from her blind students than did her peers at the school or the public in general. Because of her high expectations of her students she clearly represents the teachings and philosophy of the   National Federation of the Blind. The person who receives this award can be a blind or sighted Kentuckian.

HAROLD L. REAGAN AWARD

Harold L. Reagan was the first president of the National Federation of the Blind of Kentucky and a member of the National Board of Directors. As such the emphasis for receiving this award should be placed on the recipient’s leadership in the organization. This award can only be given to a blind Kentuckian.

T.V. CRANMER AWARD

The T.V. Cranmer Award is a very special one. Tim, as he was known to all of us, served for many years as an officer of the NFBK. He also held the position as chairman on the Research and Development Committee at the national level. This award is given to a blind person who has served many years in the NFB and will continue to be a driving force in this organization. The Cranmer award is given to a blind person, but is not restricted to individuals living in Kentucky.

ROBERT E. WHITEHEAD AWARD

Robert E. Whitehead was the second sitting president of the Kentucky Affiliate. This award is presented to an affiliate chapter or division that strives to build membership in the organization. The chapter or division is also actively changing the public’s perception about blindness through innovative projects and community outreach

Respectfully,

Angela Henderson

President, National Federation of the Blind of Kentucky

Phone: (606) 694-5096

Website: nfbky.org

Pronouns: she, her, hers

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