[NFBP-Brandywine] Watch Federation Focus Now, Join the DAN Meeting at 6:00 PM
David B. Goldstein
david at iCantCU.com
Mon Jun 15 19:46:26 UTC 2026
Hey there, PA Federation Family and Friends,
The Diabetes Action Network Meeting starts at 6:00 PM, why not check out
this week's Focus while you wait?
Federation Focus [1] for June 15, 2026 is packed with meetings,
fundraisers, and convention updates from the National Federation of the
Blind of Pennsylvania. David covers this week's Diabetes Action Network,
Blind Merchants, Capital Area, Greater Berks, Erie County, and Blind
Parents meetings, plus the Coast to Coast Movement Challenge ambassador
meeting. He also shares updates on Give 25, the Coast to Coast Movement
Challenge, Philadelphia Marathon volunteer and runner opportunities,
National Convention in Austin, and our 2026 State Convention in Hershey.
Registration is now open at nfbofpa.org/register, and hotel and
convention details are available at nfbofpa.org/state-convention.
Scroll down for all the links!
Meetings
Monday, June 15, 2026, at 6:00 PM
Diabetes Action Network Group
https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/91010106648?pwd=cTNTUlBZTSt6VGxIb0hyVUcxN3pLQT09
[2]
One tap mobile
+13017158592,,91010106648#
Questions? Email diabetes at nfbofpa.org
Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 6:00 PM
PA Association of Blind Merchants
Via Zoom
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/4503152944 [3]
One Tap Mobile
+13092053325,,4503152944#
Questions? Email merchants at nfbofpa.org
Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at 7:30 PM
Capital Area Chapter Meeting
https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/92858011027?pwd=DjMpP2nTRjmjjA6FhEFKdFJiKVCkYt.1
[4]
One tap mobile
+16469313860,,92858011027#
Questions? Email capital at nfbofpa.org
Saturday, June 20, 2026, at 10:00 AM
Greater Berks Chapter Meeting
https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/95253890689?pwd=RjVoSjZabnNaNXh5SlZoWUtVRnlOUT09
[5]
One tap mobile
+16469313860,,95253890689#
Questions? Email greaterberks at nfbofpa.org
Saturday, June 20, 2026, at 2:00 PM
Erie County Chapter Meeting
https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/91404388179?pwd=RUJHeDA1V0FQWVpqR1BRNnBleE9pQT09
[6]
One tap mobile
+13126266799,,91404388179#
Questions? Email erie at nfbofpa.org
Saturday, June 20, 2026, at 7:00 PM
PA Organization of Blind Parents
Join Zoom Meeting
https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/92797371396?pwd=QkJ6MVJ6WDVvMEhGdXpMQTlLM000QT09
[7]
One tap mobile
+13017158592,,92797371396#
Questions? Email blindparents at nfbofpa.org
Fundraisers
Keep NFB Advancing with #Give25
Support the future of blindness advocacy through the National Federation
of the Blind's Give Twenty-Five campaign. Donate $25 between May 15 and
July 7, 2026, for a chance to win $2,000 cash or a trip for two to the
2027 NFB National Convention. Become a Federation Connector by
encouraging friends and family to give in your name for additional
recognition and giveaway opportunities, including a chance to win a
BrailleNote Evolve from HumanWare. Every donation helps fund programs
that empower blind people nationwide. Call (410) 659-9314 ext 2430 or go
to https://www.nfb.org/give25donate [8]
AbsentTea
Support the National Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania without
ever leaving your home through the AbsentTea--the most charming event
you'll never attend. This unique fundraiser celebrates all the elegance
of a traditional tea party without the travel, crowds, or scheduling
stress. Your participation helps older adults experiencing vision loss
across Pennsylvania gain access to mentoring, resources, independence
training, and opportunities to remain active and engaged in their
communities. Join the AbsentTea by October 15, 2026, and make a
meaningful difference for blind Pennsylvanians while enjoying the
easiest event you'll never attend. Give at
https://www.nfbofpa.org/absenttea [9] and read more at
https://nfbofpa.org/blog/most-charming-event-youll-never-attend [10]
Coast-to-Coast Movement Challenge
Join the 2026 Coast-to-Coast Movement Challenge--a nationwide effort for
NFB chapters and affiliates to raise awareness, deepen connections, and
generate support for our mission. Learn more at https://nfb.org/movers
[11].
Philadelphia Marathon
For the first time, the NFB is a Silver charity partner of the
Philadelphia Marathon, with marathon, half-marathon, and 8K races. Join
Team NFB Dreamers and run in support of the NFB. To get involved,
contact Rachel Held at rheld at nfb.org or 410-659-9314, ext. 2423.
Dancing in the Dark to be Dancing in the Light
The Greater Lehigh Valley Chapter is holding its annual event at the
Northampton Country Club in Easton on October 10, 2026. Contact Jemmie
Jones at pidgeon1212 at gmail.com for more information.
National Convention Virtually
If you can't be in Austin for the 2026 National Convention, you can
still participate! Learn more and register at
https://nfb.org/get-involved/national-convention/national-convention-virtual-experience
[12].
2026 NFB of PA State Convention Registration is Open
Register now for our annual State Convention in Hershey from November 5
- 8. Register at https://www.nfbofpa.org/register [13]. Learn more
about it at https://www.nfbofpa.org/state-convention [14].
State Convention Hotel Room Block
Secure your stay for the National Federation of the Blind of
Pennsylvania State Convention at the Hershey Lodge! Guest rooms are
available from November 4-9, 2026, at a special rate of $149 per night
(plus taxes and fees). To book online, please copy and paste
https://book.rguest.com/wbe/group/1294/Hersheylodge/auth [15] into your
browser; enter Group ID: 10524996 and Passcode: NFBLODGE26 (both are
case-sensitive). If you prefer to speak with a representative, call
855-729-3108 between 8 AM and 8 PM and mention the National Federation
of the Blind room block. Since this is a new booking system, ensure you
search for your specific dates to see accurate availability.
White Canes Connect
In this episode of White Canes Connect, David Goldstein welcomes Rich
Crawford for a wide-ranging conversation about blindness, independence,
work, leadership, and the power of high expectations.
Rich became legally blind at age 10 due to retinitis pigmentosa. Rather
than lowering expectations, his parents encouraged him to try things,
work hard, and figure out alternative ways to get the job done. That
mindset carried him from public school to college, from community action
work to a 41-year career in financial services.
Listen on your favorite podcast player or at:
Apple Podcasts
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/it-takes-foresight-not-eyesight-rich-crawfords-story/id1592248709?i=1000771650731
Spotify
https://open.spotify.com/episode/30WPeckItdQahRYBymXl7F
YouTube
https://youtu.be/TvfVzLKp5Ak?si=mQ3dbk1bAOEFl4yb
Website
https://www.whitecanesconnect.com/154/
White Canes Connect is on Two Best Visually Impaired Podcast Lists
FeedSpot: https://podcast.feedspot.com/visually_impaired_podcasts/.
Million Podcasts:
https://www.millionpodcasts.com/visually-impaired-podcasts/?utm_source=smtp&utm_medium=F1_email&utm_content=template_b
[16]
NFB-NEWSLINE(R)
Learn more about NFB-NEWSLINE(R) at https://nfbofpa.org/nfb-newsline
[17]. 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
[18].
Independence Market Online
The Independence Market is available online! Explore their product
offerings and make a purchase at https://catalog.nfb.org/ [19].
Have a great week ahead, and Happy Father's Day to all the dads!
Regards,
David
--
David B. Goldstein
david at iCantCU.com
(610) 715-5020 mobile
www.iCantCU.com [20]
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Links:
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[1] https://youtu.be/NcyljRdG_1k
[2]
https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/91010106648?pwd=cTNTUlBZTSt6VGxIb0hyVUcxN3pLQT09
[3] https://us02web.zoom.us/j/4503152944
[4]
https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/92858011027?pwd=DjMpP2nTRjmjjA6FhEFKdFJiKVCkYt.1
[5]
https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/95253890689?pwd=RjVoSjZabnNaNXh5SlZoWUtVRnlOUT09
[6]
https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/91404388179?pwd=RUJHeDA1V0FQWVpqR1BRNnBleE9pQT09
[7]
https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/92797371396?pwd=QkJ6MVJ6WDVvMEhGdXpMQTlLM000QT09
[8] https://www.nfb.org/give25donate
[9] https://www.nfbofpa.org/absenttea
[10] https://nfbofpa.org/blog/most-charming-event-youll-never-attend
[11] https://nfb.org/movers
[12]
https://nfb.org/get-involved/national-convention/national-convention-virtual-experience
[13] https://www.nfbofpa.org/register
[14] https://www.nfbofpa.org/state-convention
[15] https://book.rguest.com/wbe/group/1294/Hersheylodge/auth
[16]
https://www.millionpodcasts.com/visually-impaired-podcasts/?utm_source=smtp&utm_medium=F1_email&utm_content=template_b
[17] https://nfbofpa.org/nfb-newsline
[18] https://nfb.org/resources/publications-and-media/braille-monitor
[19] https://catalog.nfb.org/
[20] http://www.iCantCU.com
[21] https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/icantcu-podcast/id1445801370
[22] https://open.spotify.com/show/3nck2D5HgD9ckSaUQaWwW2
[23] https://www.youtube.com/@icantcu/
[24] https://www.icantcu.com/amazon
[25] https://twitter.com/davidbenj
[26] https://www.instagram.com/davidbenj/
[27] https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidbenj
[28] https://www.facebook.com/davidbenj
[29]
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/white-canes-connect/id1592248709
[30] https://open.spotify.com/show/1YDQSJqpoteGb1UMPwRSuI
[31] https://www.youtube.com/@pablindpodcast
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