<html><head><meta http-equiv="content-type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8"></head><body dir="auto"><div>Congratulations Suzanne!</div><div><br></div><div>What a meaningful and well deserved acknowledgment of all that you do. We are truly blessed here in Ohio to have you as a part of our organization.</div><div><br></div><div>Annette</div><div><div dir="ltr">Annette Lutz<div>President</div><div>Capital Chapter of the National Federation of the Blind of Ohio</div><div>614-288-4323</div><div>President.capital.nfboh@gmail.com</div><div><span style="font-size: 13pt;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size: 13pt;">The National Federation of the Blind knows that blindness is not the characteristic that defines you or your future. Everyday we raise the expectations of blind people because we know that low expectations create obstacles between blind people and our dreams. You can live the life you want, blindness is not what holds you back. </span></div></div><div dir="ltr"><br>On Dec 7, 2025, at 6:21\u202fPM, Richard Payne via Ohio-Talk <ohio-talk@nfbnet.org> wrote:<br><br></div><div dir="ltr">\ufeff
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<p dir="LTR"><span lang="en-us"><font face="Aptos">Yesterday, several members from our Cleveland and Dayton chapters had the honor of being invited to the Angel Child event in Indianapolis. This special gathering was attended by more than one hundred people.</font></span></p>
<p dir="LTR"><span lang="en-us"><font face="Aptos">The Angel Child event is dedicated to celebrating the achievements of children and families who are blind. The celebration includes the heartfelt tradition of presenting gifts to these families and recognizing their accomplishments.</font></span></p>
<p dir="LTR"><span lang="en-us"><font face="Aptos">Suzanne was selected as the keynote speaker for this occasion. Along with several members of her chapter, she was invited to reprise a monologue they performed earlier this year. Their participation brought further inspiration and recognition to the event.</font></span></p>
<p dir="LTR"><span lang="en-us"><font face="Aptos">During the event, the Circle City Chapter presented Suzanne with an award in acknowledgment of her commitment and significant contributions. This recognition is a testament to her dedication and reflects the collective efforts of our members in supporting the work we do across the affiliate.</font></span></p>
<p dir="LTR"><span lang="en-us"><font face="Aptos">All members should feel proud of Suzanne's achievements and the ongoing support provided by our chapters. Our shared efforts continue to make a meaningful difference in the lives of families and children within our community.</font></span></p>
<p dir="LTR"><span lang="en-us"><font face="Aptos">Richard Payne, President</font></span><span lang="en-us"></span><span lang="en-us"></span><span lang="en-us"></span><span lang="en-us"></span><span lang="en-us"></span><span lang="en-us"> <font color="#000000" size="2" face="Helvetica">National Federation of the Blind of Ohio</font></span></p>
<p dir="LTR"><span lang="en-us"><font color="#000000" size="2" face="Helvetica">937/829/3368</font></span></p>
<p dir="LTR"><span lang="en-us"></span><a href="mailto:Rchpay7@gmail.com"><span lang="en-us"></span><span lang="en-us"></span><span lang="en-us"></span><span lang="en-us"><u></u></span><u><span lang="en-us"></span></u><u><span lang="en-us"><font color="#467886" size="2" face="Helvetica">Rchpay7@gmail.com</font></span></u><span lang="en-us"></span></a><span lang="en-us"></span><span lang="en-us"></span><span lang="en-us"></span><span lang="en-us"></span><span lang="en-us"></span></p>
<p dir="LTR"><span lang="en-us"></span><a href="http://www.nfbohio.org"><span lang="en-us"></span><span lang="en-us"></span><span lang="en-us"></span><span lang="en-us"><u></u></span><u><span lang="en-us"></span></u><u><span lang="en-us"><font color="#467886" size="4" face="Aptos">www.nfbohio.org</font></span></u><span lang="en-us"></span></a><span lang="en-us"></span><span lang="en-us"></span><span lang="en-us"></span><span lang="en-us"></span><span lang="en-us"></span></p>
<p dir="LTR"><span lang="en-us"><font color="#000000" size="4" face="Aptos">The National Federation of the Blind advances the lives of its members and all blind people in the United States. We know that blindness is not the characteristic that defines you or your future. Every day we raise the expectations of blind people, becaus</font><font color="#000000" size="4" face="Aptos">e low expectations create obstacles between blind people and our dreams. Our collective power, determination, and diversity achieve the aspirations of all blind people.</font></span></p>
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