[NFBMO] National Convention Stipend Applications

[GeneCoulter at Charter.net]

Applications are now open for stipends for the 2023 National Convention to
be held in Houston, Texas  July 1-6, 2023. Stipends are based on financial
need and, therefore, those applying for funding should lay out their needs
so that the funding committee can get a picture of your situation so we can
make the most informed decision. Applications are kept strictly confidential
and are shared only on an absolute need to know basis. Also, keep in mind
that funding is very limited and will only cover a fraction of your
expenses, but the hope is that it will be enough to make the difference on
applicants' ability to attend the largest gathering of blind persons in the
world. Please read the bylaws below that govern the stipends. Those awarded
the stipend will receive a check from the affiliate treasurer shortly before
the convention Lastly an application does not guarantee any funding due to
our limited resources.,.  
You must Email the application no later than 5:00 pm Central Time on May 15
to me at GCoulter at NFBMo.org to be considered. Use the form that is attached
to this message or the form below.  All applicants will be notified within a
few days of the deadline of the committee's decision.
As they say in Texas"Everything is bigger in Texas."
Eugene Coulter, Rittgers Committee Chair
Phone:573-474-3226


NATIONAL CONVENTION STIPEND APPLICATION 

5.20 National Convention stipends

5.21 The state convention shall determine if stipends should be allocated to
help persons to attend our annual National Convention, as well as, the
amount available if any to be allocated.

5.22 If funds are available, the Rittgers Committee will accept the
applications and determine the individual allocations.

5.23 The application deadline shall be May 15 of each year.

5.24 Allocations shall be based on need, and first-time national convention
attendees shall be given priority.

1.07 Affiliate Scholarships, Rittgers Funding, or National Convention
Stipends  
which require attendance at any convention shall not be awarded to any
person who has not attained their 18th birthday prior to the convention
unless accompanied by their parent or guardian.
4.15 When advance payment is issued, the recipient must provide receipts for
expenses within fifteen days of the conclusion of the event. In addition,
they must be accompanied by any funds advanced but not spent on the event.
Persons not providing such receipts shall not be granted advance payment in
the future. 
National Convention Stipend Application Form

Complete and return to GCoulter at NFBMo.org
Name:

Complete Address:
Cell Phone: 
Home Phone: 
 
Chapter: 
 Will you be at least 18 years of age prior to July 1, 2023?: 
Have you ever attended a National Convention?
Have you ever received any Funds from the state affiliate to attend the
National Convention?:
IS your chapter providing any financial assistance, how much, if known?
Have you applied for assistance from the Jernigan Fund?:
Why do you want to attend this Convention?: 
 
What level of financial support would you need from the fund? Explain your
financial circumstances.: 

I certify that I have read and understand all of the information that
accompanied this application? 
Your Additional Comments:
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