[NFBMO] Applications for Rittgers funding to help folks attend state convention now open

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Greetings,

Applications are now open for convention assistance through the Gwen and
George Rittgers convention fund. Applications must be submitted on-line by
March 15,2023 at 5:00pm. Applicants will be notified by March20 of the
committee's decision. Go to the State Convention page on the affiliate
website www.NFBMo.org <http://www.NFBMo.org>  and click on the convention
assistance link to apply. 

Applicants should make hotel reservations but should NOT register for the
convention until after they are notified of the results of their
application.

Rittgers Stipends are based on financial need and, therefore, those applying
for funding  should lay out their needs  so that the Rittgers 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 a
absolute  need to know basis. Also, keep in mind that funding is very
limited and will only cover a part of your expenses but the hope is that it
will be enough to make the difference on applicants ability to attend the
state convention. Please read the bylaws  below that govern Rittgers
Funding.

Note: Just because you receive funding from your chapter or another source
does not mean that you will not get assistance from the fund. It would be
helpful if you state whether you will need hotel accommodations for two or
three nights.

 

If you have additional questions email me at GCoulter at NFBMo.Org
<mailto:GCoulter at NFBMo.Org>  or call me at 573-474-3226

Thanks for your attention and look forward to seeing as many folks at state
convention as possible.

Eugene Coulter, Gwen and George Rittgers Memorial Fund Chair

 

Bylaws:

5.00 George and Gwen Rittgers

Stipends for state convention

 

5.01. The state board will allocate the maximum amount to be 

used from the fund by January 31 of each year.

 

5.02  An individual application must be made 30 days before the  

beginning of convention by the person requesting the funds, or by their  

chapter president, which explains the reason for the request.

 

5.03 It is not intended that these funds pay the entire cost of 

convention attendance, and the committee is only to allocate funds based 

on need and will not use the entire allocated amount unless recipients 

needs justify it.

 

5.04 The state president may authorize funding after the 

deadline in extraordinary circumstances if funds remain in the 

allocation.

 

5.05  Whenever practical, funds will be directly paid either to 

cover hotel costs or convention registration and meals.

 

5.06 New or perspective members will be given highest priority 

in their request.

 

5.07 Persons who have previously attended a Missouri convention 

will then be given consideration.

 

5.08. No person shall receive funds a second or subsequent time 

unless they experience an unexpected financial crisis that would otherwise
prevent their attendance.

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.

 

 

 

 

Greetings,

Applications are now open for convention assistance through the Gwen and
George Rittgers convention fund. Applications must be submitted on-line by
March 15,2023 at 5:00pm. Applicants will be notified by March20 of the
committee's decision. Go to the State Convention page on the affiliate
website www.NFBMo.org <http://www.NFBMo.org>  and click on the convention
assistance link to apply. 

Applicants should make hotel reservations but should NOT register for the
convention until after they are notified of the results of their
application.

Rittgers Stipends are based on financial need and, therefore, those applying
for funding  should lay out their needs  so that the Rittgers 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 a
absolute  need to know basis. Also, keep in mind that funding is very
limited and will only cover a part of your expenses but the hope is that it
will be enough to make the difference on applicants ability to attend the
state convention. Please read the bylaws  below that govern Rittgers
Funding.

Note: Just because you receive funding from your chapter or another source
does not mean that you will not get assistance from the fund.

 

If you have additional questions email me at GCoulter at NFBMo.Org
<mailto:GCoulter at NFBMo.Org>  or call me at 573-474-3226

Thanks for your attention and look forward to seeing as many folks at state
convention as possible.

Eugene Coulter, Gwen and George Rittgers Memorial Fund Chair

 

Bylaws:

5.00 George and Gwen Rittgers

Stipends for state convention

 

5.01. The state board will allocate the maximum amount to be 

used from the fund by January 31 of each year.

 

5.02  An individual application must be made 30 days before the  

beginning of convention by the person requesting the funds, or by their  

chapter president, which explains the reason for the request.

 

5.03 It is not intended that these funds pay the entire cost of 

convention attendance, and the committee is only to allocate funds based 

on need and will not use the entire allocated amount unless recipients 

needs justify it.

 

5.04 The state president may authorize funding after the 

deadline in extraordinary circumstances if funds remain in the 

allocation.

 

5.05  Whenever practical, funds will be directly paid either to 

cover hotel costs or convention registration and meals.

 

5.06 New or perspective members will be given highest priority 

in their request.

 

5.07 Persons who have previously attended a Missouri convention 

will then be given consideration.

 

5.08. No person shall receive funds a second or subsequent time 

unless they experience an unexpected financial crisis that would otherwise
prevent their attendance.

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.

 

 

 

 

 

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