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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link="#467886" vlink="#96607D" style='word-wrap:break-word'><div class=WordSection1><p class=isselectedend>Greetings Members and Friends!<o:p></o:p></p><p class=isselectedend>We are officially ONE MONTH away from the 2026 National Federation of the Blind of Nebraska State Convention, and the excitement is building!<o:p></o:p></p><p class=isselectedend>One of the highlights of our time together in Kearney is always the door prizes and live auction. These moments bring energy, laughter, and connection to our convention and they help support the important work we do all year long. We need your help to make them a success.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=isselectedend>As you prepare for convention, please consider bringing a door prize or auction item to donate.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=isselectedend>Door prizes should be small in size but large in value. Many attendees travel with limited space, so items that are easy to transport home are especially appreciated. Think practical, meaningful, and easy to carry.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=isselectedend>The same idea applies to auction items. Unique, creative, and high-value items are always a hit. This year, to keep the auction moving, engaging, and fun, some items may be grouped together into packages. Our auction team will organize items in the way that creates the best experience for everyone.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=isselectedend>Please note that the auction and door prize team will have the final say in determining whether an item is used as a door prize or placed in the auction.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=isselectedend>Gift cards and cash are always wonderful options—especially from businesses that can be found across the state—so that everyone can enjoy and use them.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=isselectedend>We have attached a door prize and auction letter that you can share with local businesses to gather donations in your community.<o:p></o:p></p><p>Please drop off all door prize and auction items at the registration area upon arrival to convention, and ensure each item is clearly labeled in braille; if you need assistance creating braille labels, members will be available at registration, but items must be organized and ready to be labeled. Thank you for your help with this!<o:p></o:p></p><p class=isselectedend>We truly appreciate every donation. Your generosity helps make our convention memorable, fun, and impactful for all who attend.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=isselectedend>We cannot wait to be together in Kearney in just one month!<o:p></o:p></p><p class=isselectedend>For questions about door prizes or auction items, please contact <span class=text-token-text-primary><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=isselectedend><span class=text-token-text-primary><a href="mailto:convention@ne.nfb.org">convention@ne.nfb.org</a><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=isselectedend><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=isselectedend>Thank you for being part of what makes our convention so special.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><a name="_Hlk187995115">Sincerely,<o:p></o:p></a></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk187995115'>Jamie K. Richey, President<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk187995115'>National Federation of the Blind of Nebraska<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk187995115'> <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk187995115'>Office: (402) 477-7711<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk187995115'>Email: </span><a href="mailto:president@ne.nfb.org"><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk187995115'><span style='color:blue'>president@ne.nfb.org</span></span><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk187995115'></span></a><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk187995115'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk187995115'>Website: </span><a href="https://url.us.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/sXwGCZ6m5AI5NDo7CjhPSB2L_N?domain=ne.nfb.org/"><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk187995115'><span style='color:blue'>www.ne.nfb.org</span></span><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk187995115'></span></a><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk187995115'><u><span style='color:blue'><o:p></o:p></span></u></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk187995115'><span style='font-size:8.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk187995115'><img border=0 width=227 height=96 style='width:2.3611in;height:1.0in' id="Picture_x0020_1" src="cid:image001.jpg@01DCC2EF.62FB9760" alt="National Federation of the Blind of Nebraska logo and tagline live the life you want."><o:p></o:p></span></p><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk187995115'></span><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The National Federation of the Blind is a community of members and friends who believe in the hopes and dreams of the nation’s blind. Every day we work together to help blind people live the lives they want<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p></div></body></html>