[NFBP-Brandywine] Federation Focus for the Week of September 29 (includes attachments)
David B. Goldstein
david at iCantCU.com
Mon Sep 29 21:17:26 UTC 2025
Hey there PA Federationists,
I've attached the donation brochure and in-kind letter to this email.
Watch this week's Federation Focus on YouTube at:
https://youtu.be/73g3ve7z-S8 . In the September 29 update, David
Goldstein shares two important meetings--the October 1 Coffee with the
President and Board, and the October 4 Jigsaw Chapter meeting. With the
state convention only six weeks away, don't miss deadlines: hotel
reservations by October 13 and meal registration by October 15. David
also highlights the Senior Possibilities Fair, raffle and scholarship
deadlines, the Greater Lehigh Valley gala, and ongoing fundraisers.
Plus, hear about White Canes Connect Episode 145 featuring
InnoSearch.ai. Join us as we prepare for convention and strengthen our
community together.
Scroll down for all the links!
NFB of PA State Convention in Harrisburg from November 13 - November 16
A la carte registration is now open for State Convention! Register at
https://www.nfbofpa.org/register/. Check out the meals at
https://nfbofpa.org/blog/2025-state-convention-meals/. Learn more and
get other important links and phone numbers at
https://www.nfbofpa.org/state-convention/. You can make hotel
reservations at the Best Western Premier by calling (717) 561-2800. If
you have a product or service you want to promote at our convention
register for the Exhibit Hall at
https://nfbofpa.org/blog/showcase-your-products-2025-nfb-pa-state-convention-exhibit-hall.
Sponsorship opportunities are available! Learn how you can support our
affiliate at
https://nfbofpa.org/blog/2025-state-convention-sponsorship-opportunities.
NFB of PA Scholarship Program
Are you a blind or low vision student heading to college this fall? The
National Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania wants to support your
journey. Our Scholarship Program offers financial assistance to students
who are legally blind, enrolled in an accredited college or university,
and able to attend the NFB of PA State Convention in November. We
believe in your potential--and we're here to help you reach it. Apply
now and take the next step toward your goals:
nfbofpa.org/scholarship-program [1]. Apply by September 30, 2025.
Senior Possibilities Fair
Join us on Thursday, November 13, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the
Best Western Premier in Harrisburg for the Senior Possibilities Fair.
For just $20 (including continental breakfast), older adults
experiencing vision loss can explore hands-on exhibits, hear from expert
speakers, and discover adaptive tools and resources that promote
independence. Vision loss doesn't mean giving up your life--learn how
the right training and technology can help you stay confident,
independent, and thriving. Learn more and register at
https://nfbofpa.org/blog/discover-independence-senior-possibilities-fair.
Meetings
Wednesday, October 1, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Coffee with the NFB of PA President & Board
Via Zoom:
https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/96349504843?pwd=Tk5zL3RRRnd4QjRiRzl2ODM0bEJmQT09
One tap mobile
+16469313860,,96349504843# US
Saturday, October 4, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Jigsaw Chapter Meeting
Via Zoom
https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/91793332704?pwd=a3dnVXdKeGJ2UEtscGNBbnpCU1BtUT09
One tap mobile
+13017158592,,91793332704#
Fundraisers
Affiliate Scholarship Raffle
Get your raffle stubs and payments to Jim Antonacci before September 30!
If you need Jim's mailing address, please reach out to me at
vp1 at nfbofpa.org.
Dancing in the Dark to be Dancing in the Light Fundraiser
Join us for the Greater Lehigh Valley Chapter's annual _Dancing in the
Dark_ Gala on October 10 at Northampton Country Club in Easton! Tickets
are $100 for general admission and $50 for blind attendees, with
admission including delicious food, live entertainment, and exciting
prize opportunities. Don't miss this unforgettable evening of fun and
community! For tickets, donations, or more details, contact Jemmie Jones
at pidgeon1212 at gmail.com. Act fast--ticket sales close October 1!
Capital Chapter Panera e-Gift Card Fundraiser
The Capital Chapter still has a limited number of $25 Panera e-gift
cards available--grab one while they last! It's an easy way to support
the chapter and treat yourself (or someone else) to something delicious.
Purchase yours today at:
https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=8T3TRZPB8FSLA [2]. Every
card sold helps fuel the chapter's work--thank you for your support!
White Canes Connect
In Episode 145 of _White Canes Connect_, Lisa Bryant and David
Goldstein welcome Patrick Long and Bryan Vuong, co-founders of
InnoSearch.ai, a groundbreaking platform making online shopping
accessible for blind and low-vision users. They built InnoSearch to
serve as an accessibility layer--streamlined, screen-reader friendly,
and simple to use. Beyond shopping, InnoSearch now offers flight booking
and is expanding into food and grocery delivery. Users can shop online
or by calling 1-855-746-7478 (1-855-SHOP-GPT), making the service
accessible even without internet.
Find this episode at:
Apple Podcasts
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/innosearch-ai-redefining-accessible-online-shopping/id1592248709?i=1000728863984
Spotify
https://open.spotify.com/episode/5mzk18U3YC45U9ib9Rkw9e
YouTube
https://youtu.be/YMhx8hMSThI?si=0GLJaEW8kdPu554X
White Canes Connect Website
https://www.whitecanesconnect.com/145/
White Canes Connect is on Two Best Visually Impaired Podcast Lists
Our affiliate podcast is one of the 100 Best Visually Impaired Podcasts
on FeedSpot! Check out the list at
https://podcast.feedspot.com/visually_impaired_podcasts/.
White Canes Connect is also on the Best 100 on Million Podcasts! Have a
look:
https://www.millionpodcasts.com/visually-impaired-podcasts/?utm_source=smtp&utm_medium=F1_email&utm_content=template_b
[3]
NFB-NEWSLINE(R)
Learn more about NFB-NEWSLINE(R) at https://nfbofpa.org/nfb-newsline.
Want to subscribe? Call (866)504-7300.
Braille Monitor
The Braille Monitor is the NFB's flagship publication. Learn more about
it at https://nfb.org/resources/publications-and-media/braille-monitor.
Independence Market Online
The Independence Market is now available online! Explore their product
offerings and make a purchase at https://catalog.nfb.org/.
Have a great week ahead!
Regards,
David
--
David B. Goldstein
david at iCantCU.com
(610) 715-5020 mobile
www.iCantCU.com [4]
iCantCU Podcast
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Support The Podcast When You Shop
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Connect with me:
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My Other Show: White Canes Connect
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Links:
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[1] https://nfbofpa.org/scholarship-program
[2] https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=8T3TRZPB8FSLA
[3]
https://www.millionpodcasts.com/visually-impaired-podcasts/?utm_source=smtp&utm_medium=F1_email&utm_content=template_b
[4] http://www.iCantCU.com
[5] https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/icantcu-podcast/id1445801370
[6] https://open.spotify.com/show/3nck2D5HgD9ckSaUQaWwW2
[7] https://www.youtube.com/@icantcu/
[8] https://www.icantcu.com/amazon
[9] https://twitter.com/davidbenj
[10] https://www.instagram.com/davidbenj/
[11] https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidbenj
[12] https://www.facebook.com/davidbenj
[13]
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/white-canes-connect/id1592248709
[14] https://open.spotify.com/show/1YDQSJqpoteGb1UMPwRSuI
[15] https://www.youtube.com/@pablindpodcast
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