[NFBofSC] NFBofSC Digest, Vol 131, Issue 23

[Belinda Banks]

Praying for a speedy recovery for you Lori Anne

Belinda

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>    1. We Kare Committee Prayers (Melinda Jones)
>    2. SCAGDU Meeting (Steve Cook)
>    3. DEI meeting (ms. j.l. bright)
>    4. Positive Note 1998 (president at nfbofsc.org)
>    5. Re: We Kare Committee Prayers (Linda Dizzley)
>    6. Re: We Kare Committee Prayers (Doug Hudson)
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> ---------- Forwarded message ----------
> From: Melinda Jones <melindajones0571 at gmail.com>
> To: NFB of South Carolina Mailing List <nfbofsc at nfbnet.org>,
> president at nfbofsc.org, At Large Pathronda <tronda1 at outlook.com>, Melinda
> Jones <melindajones0571 at gmail.com>
> Cc:
> Bcc:
> Date: Mon, 25 Nov 2024 00:53:51 +0000
> Subject: [NFBofSC] We Kare Committee Prayers
> We Kare Committee Prayers
>
> Please keep our very own Lori Anne Coley, of the Sumter Chapter, as well
> as the President of Sports and Recreation Division, in your thoughts and
> prayers.
>
> Lori Anne was admitted to Lexington Medical Center, where she underwent
> emergency surgery last evening. She is currently in stable condition in the
> ICU.
>
> Thank you in advance for your support! I will update you as more
> information becomes available.
>
> Chair person: Melinda Jones
>
>
>
> ---------- Forwarded message ----------
> From: Steve Cook <cookcafe at sc.rr.com>
> To: "'NFB of South Carolina Mailing List'" <nfbofsc at nfbnet.org>
> Cc:
> Bcc:
> Date: Sun, 24 Nov 2024 20:10:17 -0500
> Subject: [NFBofSC] SCAGDU Meeting
>
> Hi All,
>
>
>
> All are invited to our SC Association of Guide Dog Users Division meeting
> on 11/25/24 at 8:00 PM Eastern on the below Zoom.
>
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> We will be discussing to continue as a division or switch to a Committee.
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> Call in information:
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> Phone number: 19292056099
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> Meeting ID: 803 254 3777
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> Password: 124578
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> https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8032543777?pwd=QTVQd2RzN3l6QnNmZ0FmSnp6NG8vQT09
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> Meeting ID: 803 254 3777
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> Passcode: 124578
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> Steve Cook, Board Member
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> National Association of Guide Dog Users
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> (803) 260-1292
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> ---------- Forwarded message ----------
> From: "ms. j.l. bright" <ms.jlbright at gmail.com>
> To: nfbofsc at nfbnet.org
> Cc:
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> Date: Sun, 24 Nov 2024 21:05:37 -0500
> Subject: [NFBofSC] DEI meeting
>
> Hi there Federation Family!
>
>
> The Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Committee of the NFB of SC will be
> meeting this Tuesday, November 26, 2024.  We welcome all members of our
> great affiliate to join in for an enlightening conversation about DEI and
> how it can benefit and strengthen our SC affiliate.
>
>
> The meeting details are outlined below:
>
>
> 📅 DATE: Tuesday, November 26, 2024
>
> 🕗 TIME:  7:00pm ET
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> 💻 WHERE: NFB of SC Zoom (click here
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> join)
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> We look forward to you all joining us for a great gathering, where we all
> scan learn, laugh and build together.
>
>
> Best wishes,
>
> Janice Bright
>
> Chair of DEI of NFB of SC
>
>
> Detailed zoom info:
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> https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8032543777?pwd=QTVQd2RzN3l6QnNmZ0FmSnp6NG8vQT09
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> Meeting ID: 803 254 3777
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> Passcode: 124578
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> ---------- Forwarded message ----------
> From: <president at nfbofsc.org>
> To: "'NFB of South Carolina Mailing List'" <nfbofsc at nfbnet.org>
> Cc:
> Bcc:
> Date: Sun, 24 Nov 2024 21:23:35 -0500
> Subject: [NFBofSC] Positive Note 1998
>
> [image: NFB of SC logo with tagline live the life you want]November 24,
> 2024
>
> Memo To:  Executive Officers, Board Members, Chapter & Division Presidents
> & Others
>
> From:  Marty R. McKenzie, President
>
> Positive Note 1998
>
> 843-939-8091  president at nfbofsc.org
>
>
>
> Dear Federation Family,
>
>
>
> Thursday, November 28, 2024 is Thanksgiving Day and the National
> Federation of the Blind of South Carolina has much to be grateful for.
> There are many  leaders who work hard to move the organization forward
> every day. There are many great members and friends who work tirelessly to
> accomplish the goals of the Federation. All give unreservedly of their time
> and resources. What a blessing the National Federation of the Blind of
> South Carolina is to the Palmetto state! Thursday is a special day when
> family and friends will gather to celebrate and give thanks for many
> things. Let us take time to reflect upon the year and all our blessings.
> Reach out to someone who may be alone this year and invite them to your
> gathering.
>
>
>
> Invest in dignity: Every dollar you give doubles
>
> The NFB matching gift challenge to advance the lives of blind people
>
> Dignity is the foundation of freedom, justice, and peace in the world. The
> National Federation of the Blind (NFB) is committed to advancing the lives
> of blind people, but they need your help. When you give, you help build
> understanding, respect, and opportunities for all blind people to live the
> lives they want.
>
>
>
> This is why we at HumanWare are happy to participate again in the NFB
> matching campaign, where every dollar given doubles between October 1 and
> the end of 2024.
>
> Three ways to give and double your dollars:
>
> •Give online: nfb.org/donate
>
> •Mail a check to: National Federation of the Blind, 200 East Wells Street,
> Baltimore, MD 21230
>
> •Contribute by phone: Call 410-659-9314, extension 2430, to donate using a
> credit card.
>
> Stay tuned: More matching campaign activities and updates
>
> This Thanksgiving, we are thankful for all NFB donors and the Federation
> family for helping to bridge the gap between blind people and their dreams.
> To show our gratitude, the NFB will make a special announcement during the
> week of #GivingTuesday.
>
>
>
> URGENT Legislative Alert - Transformation to Competitive Integrated
> Employment Act
>
> We are coming down to the wire on the 118th Congress and we want to make
> sure that we’ve done everything that we possibly can in order to advocate
> for our legislative priorities. In this case, we are trying to ensure that
> the Transformation to Competitive Integrated Employment Act (TCIEA) is
> included in the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA)
> reauthorization bill that is currently being considered. Right now is a
> crucial time for this initiative because Congress wants to pass the WIOA
> reauthorization when they return after Thanksgiving. We need you to flood
> the email inboxes and telephone lines and voicemail boxes of four key
> committee staff members in order to make sure TCIEA gets included in the
> final bill:
>
> Amy Jones
>
> Majority Staff Director, House Committee on Education and the Workforce
>
> Amy.jones at mail.house.gov
>
> 202-225-4527
>
> Véronique Pluviose-Fenton
>
> Minority Staff Director, House Committee on Education and the Workforce
>
> veronique.pluviose at mail.house.gov
>
> 202-225-3725
>
> Warren Gunnels
>
> Majority Staff Director, Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and
> Pensions
>
> Warren_Gunnels at help.senate.gov
>
> 202-224-0767
>
> Amanda Lincoln
>
> Minority Staff Director, Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and
> Pensions
>
> Amanda_lincoln at help.senate.gov
>
> 202-224-5375
>
> When you call or email, you might say something like:
>
> “Dear [NAME]:
>
> I am urging the [HOUSE EDUCATION AND WORKFORCE COMMITTEE/SENATE HELP
> COMMITTEE] to please include the TCIEA in the WIOA reauthorization bill.
> The TCIEA will eliminate the payment of subminimum wages for people with
> disabilities and eliminate the need for a government program to monitor
> special wage certificate holders. Thank you.”
>
> If you send an email, please use the subject line “Please Include the
> TCIEA in the WIOA Reauthorization” and copy Justin Young jyoung at nfb.org.
>
>
>
> Congress is working diligently to move the WIOA reauthorization bill as
> soon as they get back after the Thanksgiving break, so time is of the
> essence for us to make our voices heard. If you have any questions, please
> contact me.
>
>
>
> Palmetto Connects will take place on December 3, 2024 at 8:00 p.m. on the
> NFB of SC Zoom plat form. The dial-in number is 929-205-6099 and the
> meeting ID is 803 254 3777#. To connect via Zoom on your iPhone, iPad or
> via computer, activate the Join button and enter the meeting ID above. The
> passcode is 124578#.
>
>
>
> From Thom Spittle
>
> October 1, 2024 through December 31, 2024 is the Friends of Rocky Bottom
> Campaign. This is the time when we raise money for the general fund to get
> us through the winter. We have various levels of giving, $50, $100, $250,
> $500, and $1000+. This is not only for NFB members, you can reach out to
> local businesses and individuals that would like to help out during this
> yearly act of giving. A thank you gift will accompany each giving level.
> Please donate and promote this fundraiser!
>
>
>
> From Jamie Allison
>
> The Braille Literacy committee has chosen once again to sponsor the NFB
> American Action Fund Braille Readers are Leaders contest! In the past, our
> state has had good representation, including  a national level prize winner
> last year!  To participate, just track what you’re reading in Braille and
> for how many minutes each day using the Beanstack database on your computer
> are smartphone.  The number of minutes a participant reads is tracked with
> a database called Beanstack, which can be accessed either by a computer
> with the internet or a smartphone app. Registration opens on November 15,
> 2024. Minutes are counted from December 2, 2024-January 17, 2025 with
> national prize winners announced on March 2, 2025. Contests for both
> children and adults are divided into groups based on how proficiently you
> read Braille. The committee is working to come up with some state-level
> prizes for this year's contest as well, and of course, the districts will
> battle it out again to see which one will hold the bragging rights for
> reading the most minutes! Please feel free to reach out to Jamie at
> nfbsccherokeejamie at gmail.com or 864-838-0338 for further details or to
> get help with registering and tracking progress.
>
>
>
> From the Senior Division
>
> The NFB of SC Senior division is currently selling tickets for a deluxe
> kitchen gift basket. The drawing for this great prize will be held at the
> Statewide Seminar on January 4, 2025. The gift basket is worth
> approximately $425. A few of the items in the basket include a Talking food
> scale, a Talking meat thermometer with WIFI, an Insta-pot with Wi-Fi and
> many other practical kitchen aids. Tickets will be one for $5 or three for
> $10. If you would like to purchase tickets, you can contact me, Shelley
> Coppel, at 803-796-8662 or 303-819-9795. My email address is
> frankandshelley51 at gmail.com. Monies raised from this fundraiser will help
> to support our efforts to resume Senior camp.
>
>
>
> NFB of SC Hampton Chapter Fundraiser Announcement
>
> We are excited to announce a special fundraiser hosted by The National
> Federation of the Blind of South Carolina Hampton Chapter! Grand Prize:
> Echo Dot (5th Gen) + wall mount holder! Ticket Options: One ticket:  $5
> Three tickets:   $10 Drawing Date: December 1, 2024 (You do not have to be
> present to win!) How to Donate: 1. Purchase Physical Tickets from any
> Hampton Chapter member   2. Zelle: nfbsc.hamptonchapter at gmail.com 3. For
> PayPal go to the www.nfbofsc.org link and press Donate. In the Memo field
> please put Hampton Chapter Fundraiser. For assistance or inquiries, please
> reach out to:   President: Gregory Jones   Mobile: 803-942-1596 Email:
> nfbsc.hamptonchapter at gmail.com Thank you in advance.
>
>
>
> Things to remember
>
>    - Palmetto Connects on December 3, 2024
>    - Friends of Rocky Bottom Fundraiser concluding by December 31, 2024
>    - State dues submitted by December 31, 2024
>    - Banquet pledges due by December 31, 2024
>    - Invest in dignity: Every dollar you give doubles – December 31, 2024
>    - Senior Division Kitchen Basket Fundraiser – January 4, 2025
>
>
>
>
>
> Marty
>
>
>
> Marty R. McKenzie, President
>
> National Federation of the Blind of South Carolina
>
> 119 S. Kilbourne Road
>
> Columbia, SC 29205
>
> Phone: 803-254-3777
>
> Mobile: 843-939-8091
>
> Website: www.nfbofsc.org
>
>
>
>
>
> ---------- Forwarded message ----------
> From: Linda Dizzley <ldizzley at hotmail.com>
> To: NFB of South Carolina Mailing List <nfbofsc at nfbnet.org>
> Cc:
> Bcc:
> Date: Mon, 25 Nov 2024 11:37:22 +0000
> Subject: Re: [NFBofSC] We Kare Committee Prayers
> Sending prayers to Lori Ann for healing and strength.  I will continually
> pray because God is able to heal and strengthen.
>
> ------------------------------
> *From:* NFBofSC <nfbofsc-bounces at nfbnet.org> on behalf of Melinda Jones
> via NFBofSC <nfbofsc at nfbnet.org>
> *Sent:* Monday, November 25, 2024 12:53 AM
> *To:* NFB of South Carolina Mailing List <nfbofsc at nfbnet.org>;
> president at nfbofsc.org <president at nfbofsc.org>; At Large Pathronda <
> tronda1 at outlook.com>; Melinda Jones <melindajones0571 at gmail.com>
> *Cc:* Melinda Jones <melindajones0571 at gmail.com>
> *Subject:* [NFBofSC] We Kare Committee Prayers
>
> We Kare Committee Prayers
>
> Please keep our very own Lori Anne Coley, of the Sumter Chapter, as well
> as the President of Sports and Recreation Division, in your thoughts and
> prayers.
>
> Lori Anne was admitted to Lexington Medical Center, where she underwent
> emergency surgery last evening. She is currently in stable condition in the
> ICU.
>
> Thank you in advance for your support! I will update you as more
> information becomes available.
>
> Chair person: Melinda Jones
>
>
>
> ---------- Forwarded message ----------
> From: Doug Hudson <doughudson at sc.rr.com>
> To: "'NFB of South Carolina Mailing List'" <nfbofsc at nfbnet.org>
> Cc:
> Bcc:
> Date: Mon, 25 Nov 2024 06:57:34 -0500
> Subject: Re: [NFBofSC] We Kare Committee Prayers
>
> PRAYING.
>
>
>
> *From:* NFBofSC [mailto:nfbofsc-bounces at nfbnet.org] *On Behalf Of *Linda
> Dizzley via NFBofSC
> *Sent:* Monday, November 25, 2024 6:37 AM
> *To:* NFB of South Carolina Mailing List
> *Cc:* Linda Dizzley
> *Subject:* Re: [NFBofSC] We Kare Committee Prayers
>
>
>
> Sending prayers to Lori Ann for healing and strength.  I will continually
> pray because God is able to heal and strengthen.
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> *From:* NFBofSC <nfbofsc-bounces at nfbnet.org> on behalf of Melinda Jones
> via NFBofSC <nfbofsc at nfbnet.org>
> *Sent:* Monday, November 25, 2024 12:53 AM
> *To:* NFB of South Carolina Mailing List <nfbofsc at nfbnet.org>;
> president at nfbofsc.org <president at nfbofsc.org>; At Large Pathronda <
> tronda1 at outlook.com>; Melinda Jones <melindajones0571 at gmail.com>
> *Cc:* Melinda Jones <melindajones0571 at gmail.com>
> *Subject:* [NFBofSC] We Kare Committee Prayers
>
>
>
> We Kare Committee Prayers
>
> Please keep our very own Lori Anne Coley, of the Sumter Chapter, as well
> as the President of Sports and Recreation Division, in your thoughts and
> prayers.
>
> Lori Anne was admitted to Lexington Medical Center, where she underwent
> emergency surgery last evening. She is currently in stable condition in the
> ICU.
>
> Thank you in advance for your support! I will update you as more
> information becomes available.
>
> Chair person: Melinda Jones
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