[Ohio-Talk] Important Information: OHIO community Service Project 2021

[Todd Elzey]

As Treasurer, this is the type of work I love most about the job. What type
of work do I mean you wonder? Well, every time we hold fundraisers where
individuals donate, I have to collect all those donations, track them, and
then make the final payment. But this type of work for a fundraiser like
this is a true joy because this is the heart of the NFB - working in our
communities to help promote what it really means to be blind and show
others that we are fully integrated members of society. In this case, we
have the added benefit of helping people who are in a really bad situation
and really need help. So with that said, not only will I do the backend
work to make this happen (with a huge smile), I'm going to up the ante (yes
I used to play poker) and donate $50 to the project. I also have two boxes
of crossword puzzle books for 4th and 5th graders (15 books for each grade
level) that I promised the Springfield Chapter I would contribute. The
Chapter has changed to making a financial donation due to COVID logistical
issues, but I will still donate these books.

Cheryl gave a goal of $500, which is an awesome goal. But I know the
generosity of this affiliate because I have seen it in action on other
fundraisers, so if I was sitting at a poker table right now I would be
willing to bet that the NFB of Ohio will exceed that goal. As Cheryl said
donations by check from individuals, chapters, divisions, etc. can be sent
to Todd Elzey, Treasurer National Federation of the Blind of Ohio, 3779
Waterbury Dr., Dayton, OH 45439. If you would prefer to send money
electronically, you can do so via Zelle or Paypal at treasurer at nfbohio.org.
Just make sure no matter how you donate, that you include a note indicating
that the donation is for the Community Service fundraising project. If for
some reason you can't add the note to the donation, you can also send me an
email with the donation details and I will make sure it gets credited
properly.

Let's go build the Federation and contribute to our communities as the same
time!

Todd Elzey, Treasurer
National Federation of the Blind of Ohio

On Sun, Sep 26, 2021 at 5:29 PM Eric Duffy via Ohio-Talk <
ohio-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:

> How many days until Christmas Soul Sister? I will personally donate $25 to
> this project.
>
> Eric
>
> > On Sep 26, 2021, at 5:08 PM, Cheryl Fields via Ohio-Talk <
> ohio-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> >
> > Greetings Ohio! There are forty days until  the NFB Ohio 75th State
> > Convention! And Guess What? It’s Virtual! Registration is free so, get
> > it done Today! at nfbohio.org!
> >
> > And there are twenty four days before the NFB Ohio 2021 Community
> > Service Affiliate Project mailing day of Wednesday October 20th! Read
> > on for important details!
> >
> > Our financial goal of $500.00 For the care and comfort of residents
> > that may have fled their homes with children and the clothes on their
> > back. To walk away from a dangerous but, predictible situation takes
> > lots of bravery and to willingly choose the unknown and unexpected
> > takes even more courage. Some situations make it necessary to leave
> > clothing, diapers, a child’s favorite blanket or toy, personal
> > toiletry items, precious family photographs and keepsakes all left
> > behind. Your donation can help shelter residents maintain their
> > dignity, reinforce trust and hope in a broken situation. Your donation
> > will ease the strain on shelter staff, allowing them to say yes more
> > often to the everyday things we take for granted. To contribute,
> > please mail all cash donations on or before Wednesday October 20th,
> > to:
> >
> > NFB of Ohio, Todd Elzey, Treasurer, 3779 Waterbury Dr., Dayton, OH 45439
> > Make sure memo line or enclosed note reflects: Community Service
> > Donation. Todd will mail single cash donation from the Ohio Affiliate
> > with a variety of NFB literature for staff and adult residents of
> > shelter.
> >
> > Thank you to Team Stringer for graciously agreeing to deliver Welcome
> > Kits and Snacks. Please mail on or before Wednesday October 20th,
> > completed kits and pre-packaged snacks to:
> >
> > Jordy & Maggie Stringer
> > 1991 Sunlight Court
> > Lancaster, Ohio 43130-7772
> >
> > Again, mail cash donations, pre-packaged snacks and completed Welcome
> > Kits to addresses above, on or before Wednesday October 20th.
> >
> > Using Amazon? Choose Amazon Smile-Ohio Council of the Blind! If you
> > have more questions or want additional details , do not hesitate to
> > call: cheryl at 216-566-4317.
> >
> > Thank you for your compassion and commitment to be of service to others.
> >
> >
> > Blessings,
> >
> > Cheryl E. fields, chair
> >
> > NFB Ohio Community Service Committee
> >
> > nfbohio.org
> >
> > cherylelaine1957 at gmail.com
> >
> >
> > "I am filled with hope, energy, and love by participating in the
> > National Federation of The Blind because my expectations are raised,
> > my contributions make a difference to me and to others, and I can
> > celebrate the realization of my dreams with my Federation family”
> >
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