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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>Dear Family, Friends, Federationists, and Supporters,<o:p></o:p></p><p>Only two days left to donate to Give to Lincoln Day!<o:p></o:p></p><p>The leaderboards go live at midnight on May 28, and you will be able to track donations as they come in throughout the big day. Please help us spread the word and support the National Federation of the Blind of Nebraska Lincoln Chapter.<o:p></o:p></p><p>We are also excited to share that we currently have six students registered for the 2026 National Federation of the Blind Braille Enrichment for Literacy and Learning® (NFB BELL®) Academy of Nebraska!<o:p></o:p></p><p>The National Federation of the Blind of Nebraska Lincoln Chapter believes that blindness is not the characteristic that defines a child’s future. With the right tools, training, support, and high expectations, blind children can build confidence, gain independence, and live the lives they want.<o:p></o:p></p><p>This year, our Give to Lincoln Day campaign is focused on supporting the 2026 National Federation of the Blind Braille Enrichment for Literacy and Learning® (NFB BELL®) Academy of Nebraska, a life-changing residential summer academy for blind and low-vision children ages 6 to 12.<o:p></o:p></p><p>The 2026 NFB BELL® Academy of Nebraska will be held June 8–13, 2026, and will provide students with a fun, supportive, and empowering environment where they can learn and grow alongside blind role models and mentors.<o:p></o:p></p><p>Through Braille instruction, daily living skills, STEM exploration, accessible games, and hands-on activities, students build literacy, independence, confidence, and lasting friendships while discovering what is possible for their future.<o:p></o:p></p><p>Your support helps us:<o:p></o:p></p><p>• Provide Braille books and accessible learning materials<br>• Offer the academy at little or no cost to families<br>• Cover meals, lodging, transportation, and activities<br>• Create meaningful learning experiences that promote independence and high expectations<br>• Connect children with successful blind role models and mentors<o:p></o:p></p><p>Give to Lincoln Day is a community giving event that encourages support for nonprofit organizations serving Lincoln and Lancaster County. Since the event began in 2012, the National Federation of the Blind of Nebraska Lincoln Chapter has proudly participated thanks to the generosity of supporters like you.<o:p></o:p></p><p>How You Can Help<o:p></o:p></p><p>Donate<o:p></o:p></p><p>All donations made between May 1 and May 28 count toward Give to Lincoln Day and help increase our share of the proportional $650,000 challenge match fund.<o:p></o:p></p><p>You can donate online at:<br><a href="https://www.givetolincoln.com/nonprofits/nfbn">https://www.givetolincoln.com/nonprofits/nfbn</a><o:p></o:p></p><p>Give Online Early<o:p></o:p></p><p>The best way to give is online through the Give to Lincoln Day website. Online donations are eligible for daily prize drawings sponsored by the Lincoln Community Foundation.<o:p></o:p></p><p>Spread the Word<o:p></o:p></p><p>Please share our campaign with your friends, family, coworkers, and community networks. Every conversation helps raise awareness and helps more blind children and families discover opportunities for success.<o:p></o:p></p><p>Use the official hashtag #givetolincoln when sharing on social media.<o:p></o:p></p><p>Every gift matters. Every donation helps us raise expectations, promote literacy, and empower blind children to dream big and achieve their goals.<o:p></o:p></p><p>Thank you for your continued support of the National Federation of the Blind of Nebraska Lincoln Chapter. Together, we are helping blind children build bright futures and live the lives they want!<o:p></o:p></p><p>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 we want!<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p></div></body></html>