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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link="#0563C1" vlink="#954F72" style='word-wrap:break-word'><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal>As a reminder, the deadline for the NFBGL annual giving project is December 15. Thanks to those who have already contributed. We’re off to a great start!<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Please see details below with the direct link to contribute. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The National Federation of the Blind of Greater Louisville has designated November as our month of giving. We aim to improve the quality of life for others through community involvement and. This year, we have chosen to support UP For Women and Children. We’re asking for your help by providing a monetary donation which will help this organization achieve its mission to provide a healthy, safe environment for homeless women and children that offers opportunities and encouragement for achieving self-sufficiency.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>By providing shelter and resource options through a partnership of providers, UP for Women and Children is where homeless women are empowered to find hope, help, and refuge. This safe space empowers women and children by meeting basic needs with access to laundry, hot showers and restrooms. UP provides resources for social and health services, benefits, housing and employment within an enthusiastic community of support. Through supportive groups and classes, participants learn to strengthen their coping skills, practice boundaries, communication skills, and gain support. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The giving project this year will run from November 15 through December 15. Your support is very much appreciated and helps those who need it the most! We also will be delivering holiday greeting cards that can be given to those receiving services. Donations can be made online at: <a href="https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=TVYPSSRSCUB4E">https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=TVYPSSRSCUB4E</a><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Thanks for your generous support to help provide essential resources for our community!<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt'>Lonnie T. Swafford – President<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal>National Federation of the Blind of Greater Louisville<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Phone: (502) 609-2394<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Fax: (502) 491-1992<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Email: <a href="mailto:lonnie@nfbofky.org">lonnie@nfbgl</a>.org<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Lonnie T. Swafford – Board Member<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>National Federation of the Blind of Kentucky<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p></div></body></html>