<div dir="ltr"><div dir="ltr"><div class="gmail_default" style="font-family:tahoma,sans-serif;font-size:small"><h1 style="margin:0.25in 0in 4pt;line-height:115%;break-after:avoid;font-size:20pt;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97);font-weight:normal">National Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania</h1>
<h1 style="margin:0.25in 0in 4pt;line-height:115%;break-after:avoid;font-size:20pt;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97);font-weight:normal">2026 State Convention Bulletin</h1>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)">Version 2</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)">Note: this version has updates on hotel information, registration rates,
and shuttle information. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)">We are thrilled to invite you to celebrate the 86 anniversary of the NFB
at our </span><a href="https://nfbofpa.org/state-convention" style="color:rgb(70,120,134)" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif">2026
State Convention</span></a><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)">, taking place from Thursday, November 5 to Sunday, November 8, 2026. This
year\u2019s event will be hosted in the sweetest place on Earth, Hershey,
Pennsylvania, at the Hershey Lodge. This event is promising to be an exciting
and enriching experience for all attendees. For any questions or inquiries,
please contact our Convention Co-Chairs David Goldstein at </span><a href="mailto:vp1@nfbofpa.org" style="color:rgb(70,120,134)" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif">vp1@nfbofpa.org</span></a><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)"> or Michelle
McManus at </span><a href="mailto:mmcmanus@nfbofpa.org" style="color:rgb(70,120,134)" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif">mmcmanus@nfbofpa.org</span></a><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)">Note: For those using a screen reader, you can navigate through this
bulletin using the heading shortcut.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)"> </span></p>
<h2 style="margin:8pt 0in 4pt;line-height:115%;break-after:avoid;font-size:16pt;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97);font-weight:normal">About the Convention</h2>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)">Founded November 16, 1940, the National Federation of the Blind has a
legacy of empowerment, advocacy, and community. The Pennsylvania State
Convention brings together blind individuals, families, educators,
professionals, and allies from across the state to share resources, connect,
and celebrate our progress.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)">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, because low expectations create obstacles between
blind people and our dreams. Our collective power, determination, and diversity
achieve the aspirations of all blind people.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)"> </span></p>
<h2 style="margin:8pt 0in 4pt;line-height:115%;break-after:avoid;font-size:16pt;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97);font-weight:normal">Convention Event Details</h2>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)">Dates: Thursday, November 5, 2026 to Sunday, November 8, 2026</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)">Location: Hershey Lodge (325 University Drive, Hershey, PA 17033)</span></p>
<h2 style="margin:8pt 0in 4pt;line-height:115%;break-after:avoid;font-size:16pt;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97);font-weight:normal">National Representative: Everette Bacon</h2>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)">We are honored to welcome Mr. Everette Bacon as our 2026 National
Representative. Mr. Bacon is the 2<sup>nd</sup> Vice President of the
National Federation of the Blind and a leader from Utah. He will deliver
remarks and be available to meet with attendees throughout the convention.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)">You can read </span><a href="https://nfb.org/about-us/leadership/board-directors/everette-bacon" style="color:rgb(70,120,134)" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif">Everette
Bacon' bio</span></a><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)"> on our NFB
website</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)"> </span></p>
<h2 style="margin:8pt 0in 4pt;line-height:115%;break-after:avoid;font-size:16pt;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97);font-weight:normal">Registration and Meals</h2>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)">The All-Inclusive conference registration is now over and you can purchase
your meals separately. Please visit the </span><a href="https://nfbofpa.org/blog/meals-2026-state-convention-hershey-lodge" style="color:rgb(70,120,134)" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif">Meal
Options</span></a><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)"> page to see what
we have. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)">You can </span><a href="https://nfbofpa.org/civicrm/event/register?reset=1&id=10" style="color:rgb(70,120,134)" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif">register</span></a><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)"> for our state
convention on our registration page.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)">Price Overview</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)">Registration: $30 </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)">Thursday lunch: $36</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)">Thursday dinner: $46</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)">Friday lunch: $36</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)">Friday dinner: $48</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)">Saturday lunch: $34</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)">Saturday banquet dinner: $60 </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)">Sunday breakfast: $29</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)"> </span></p>
<h2 style="margin:8pt 0in 4pt;line-height:115%;break-after:avoid;font-size:16pt;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97);font-weight:normal"> Hotel Information</h2>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)">The convention will be hosted at the Hershey Lodge, located at:</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)">325 University Drive</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)">Hershey, PA 17033</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)">The group room rate is $149 per night, plus an 11% occupancy tax, for a
total of $165.39 per night.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)">Please note that one night\u2019s room and tax ($165.39) will be charged at the
time of booking.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)">You can book your rooms starting from November 4 until November 9, 2026.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)">The last day to reserve your hotel room for the convention discounted rate
is October 5, 2026. Afterwards, you will be charged the regular hotel rates
which can go over $300 a night. <br>
To reserve your room, call <a href="tel:(855)%20729-3108" value="+18557293108" target="_blank">1-855-729-3108</a> and press 3 for group booking.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)">When making your reservation, be sure to state that you are with the
\u201cNational Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania.\u201d</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)">Please do not use the acronym \u201cNFB of PA,\u201d as reservations can only be
located using our full organization name.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)">If you wish to book your room online, you can use the </span><a href="https://book.rguest.com/wbe/group/1294/Hersheylodge/auth" style="color:rgb(70,120,134)" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif">hotel
registration link</span></a><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)"> but make sure to enter the Group ID: 10524996, and Passcode:
NFBLODGE26 both are<br>
case-sensitive.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)">Please Note: a $100 temporary hold will be placed on your card for each
night of your stay when you check in. This is to cover the cost of incidentals and
will be returned to you within 5 business days. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)">Also, we were misinformed when we were told that the hotel is a cashless facility.
The hotel does accept cash. The restaurants within the hotel also accept cash.
The only place that does not accept cash is Hershey Park. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)">Please visit the </span><a href="https://www.hersheylodge.com/" style="color:rgb(70,120,134)" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif">Hershey
Lodge</span></a><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)"> hotel\u2019s website
to learn more about what they offer.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)"> </span></p>
<h2 style="margin:8pt 0in 4pt;line-height:115%;break-after:avoid;font-size:16pt;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97);font-weight:normal">Travel Information</h2>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)">The hotel does offer a shuttle from the Amtrak train station to the hotel.
You will need to call at least 5 business days in order to see the shuttle
availability. The cost of the shuttle is $45 and this will allow up to 4 people
to be on your shuttle reservation. If you have more than 4 people with you,
each additional person is $10. You will not be charged at time of booking the
shuttle. It will be charged to your hotel room and payment is expected at time
of checkout. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)">For those traveling via Amtrak, it is safest to go on the train to
Harrisburg and then a shuttle/Uber/Lyft/taxi to the Hershey Lodge. There is
Red Cap service at the Harrisburg Amtrak station.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)">If traveling by Amtrak from Philadelphia to Harrisburg, use code V819 for
a discounted ticket</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)">From the Amtrak station in Harrisburg, you can take either a shuttle, Uber,
Lyft, or taxi to the Hershey Lodge. It will be approximately 20 to 30 minutes
from the station.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)"> </span></p>
<h2 style="margin:8pt 0in 4pt;line-height:115%;break-after:avoid;font-size:16pt;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97);font-weight:normal"> Family Feud Fundraiser</h2>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)">Thursday, November 5starting at 7 PM.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)">You are invited to form a team and join us for our Family Feud Fundraiser.
The entry fee is $10 per person, with a maximum of five people per team. Prizes
will be awarded to the winning team!</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)">You can register for the <a href="https://www.nfbofpa.org/feud/" style="color:rgb(70,120,134)" target="_blank">Family
Feud event</a> on our website. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)">Contact Pamela Baquero, President of the Pennsylvania Association of Blind
Merchants, at </span><a href="mailto:oneblindhippie@yahoo.com" style="color:rgb(70,120,134)" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif">oneblindhippie@yahoo.com</span></a><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)"> if you have
further questions or inquiries.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)"> </span></p>
<h2 style="margin:8pt 0in 4pt;line-height:115%;break-after:avoid;font-size:16pt;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97);font-weight:normal"> Annual Auction</h2>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)">Friday, November 6starting at 7 PM.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)">We are seeking donations from chapters, divisions, businesses, and
individuals. Items may include gift baskets, event tickets, assistive
technology, gift cards, homemade baked goods, or other high-value items.
Contact Convention Chair David Goldstein at </span><a href="mailto:vp1@nfbofpa.org" style="color:rgb(70,120,134)" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif">vp1@nfbofpa.org</span></a><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)"> for a donation
form if you wish to solicit donations from outside businesses and agencies.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)">Contact our Auctioneer Pamela Baquero, President of the Pennsylvania
Association of Blind Merchants, at </span><a href="mailto:oneblindhippie@yahoo.com" style="color:rgb(70,120,134)" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif">oneblindhippie@yahoo.com</span></a><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)"> with any
questions or concerns relating to the auction.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)"> </span></p>
<h2 style="margin:8pt 0in 4pt;line-height:115%;break-after:avoid;font-size:16pt;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97);font-weight:normal">Door Prizes</h2>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)">We are also seeking donations for Door Prizes. These items include gift
cards, homemade items, candy, memorabilia, and small cash prizes. Door prizes
will be awarded during general sessions, the banquet, and the business meeting.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)">Contact Convention Chair David Goldstein at </span><a href="mailto:vp1@nfbofpa.org" style="color:rgb(70,120,134)" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif">vp1@nfbofpa.org</span></a><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)"> for a donation
form if you wish to solicit donations from outside businesses and agencies.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)">Contact Marva Hall, 1<sup>st</sup> Vice President of the Greater
Philadelphia Chapter, at </span><a href="mailto:marva@myyahoo.com" style="color:rgb(70,120,134)" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif">marva@myyahoo.com</span></a><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)"> with any
questions or inquiries with door prizes.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)"> </span></p>
<h2 style="margin:8pt 0in 4pt;line-height:115%;break-after:avoid;font-size:16pt;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97);font-weight:normal">Become an Exhibitor</h2>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)">Thursday, November 5, 2026 and Friday, November 6, 2026</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)">We invite you to sign up as an </span><a href="https://nfbofpa.org/civicrm/event/register?reset=1&id=7" style="color:rgb(70,120,134)" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif">exhibitor</span></a><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)"> at our State
Convention. This is a great opportunity to showcase your products and services
to blind and low-vision individuals, their families, and professionals from
across the state. Reserve your exhibitor space today and be part of this
exciting event.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)">Contact the following individuals with questions or inquiries relating to
the exhibit hall:</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)">Stacie Leap, President of the Greater Philadelphia Chapter, at </span><a href="mailto:stacie.leap@gmail.com" style="color:rgb(70,120,134)" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif">stacie.leap@gmail.com</span></a><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)">Denice Brown, President Emeritus of the Greater Philadelphia Chapter,
at </span><a href="mailto:dbrown8827@aol.com" style="color:rgb(70,120,134)" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif">dbrown8827@aol.com</span></a><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)"> </span></p>
<h2 style="margin:8pt 0in 4pt;line-height:115%;break-after:avoid;font-size:16pt;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97);font-weight:normal">Volunteers Needed</h2>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)">If you have a spirit of service, we invite you to volunteer some of your
time at the convention. We are looking for people to fill various roles
including ambassadors, runners, tech support, as well as assisting with the
registration, door prizes, and fundraising efforts. Fill out the </span><a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdpnjofpJv6n_n4Y0y_OXL3ahZsjTyRLcZLRNqwEoujl8wEog/viewform" style="color:rgb(70,120,134)" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif">Volunteer
Form</span></a><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)"> and our
Convention Chair will get back to you. The deadline to sign up to be a
volunteer is Friday, October 23, 2026.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)"> </span></p>
<h2 style="margin:8pt 0in 4pt;line-height:115%;break-after:avoid;font-size:16pt;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97);font-weight:normal">Support us and sponsor!</h2>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)">Sponsorship opportunities are available for the 2026 NFB of PA State
Convention. All sponsors will be recognized in our Convention Agenda, which is
distributed to all attendees. We will also announce your support throughout our
events and on social media. Please contact our Convention Chair David Goldstein
at </span><a href="mailto:vp1@nfbofpa.org" style="color:rgb(70,120,134)" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif">vp1@nfbofpa.org</span></a><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)"> for questions
and inquiries.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)"> </span></p>
<h2 style="margin:8pt 0in 4pt;line-height:115%;break-after:avoid;font-size:16pt;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97);font-weight:normal">Open Bar and Cash Bar</h2>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)">There will be an open bar at 6pm prior to Family Feud on Thursday, and
again before and during the</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)">auction on Friday. A cash bar will be available before and during the
banquet on Saturday.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)"> </span></p>
<h2 style="margin:8pt 0in 4pt;line-height:115%;break-after:avoid;font-size:16pt;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97);font-weight:normal">Convention Student Seminar</h2>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)">Friday, November 6, starting at 7PM</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)">We invite all students visiting the convention to attend the Student
Seminar. This is a great way to network with other blind or low vision students
and get peer support and guidance throughout your educational journey.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)">Contact Noor Khraisat, President of the Pennsylvania Association of Blind
Students, at </span><a href="mailto:students@nfbofpa.org" style="color:rgb(70,120,134)" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif">students@nfbofpa.org</span></a><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)"> with
further questions or inquiries.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)"> </span></p>
<h2 style="margin:8pt 0in 4pt;line-height:115%;break-after:avoid;font-size:16pt;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97);font-weight:normal">Questions?</h2>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)">If you have any questions or concerns, please direct them to our
Convention Co-Chairs:</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)">David Goldstein at </span><a href="mailto:vp1@nfbofpa.org" style="color:rgb(70,120,134)" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif">vp1@nfbofpa.org</span></a><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)">Michelle McManus at </span><a href="mailto:mcmanus@nfbofpa.org" style="color:rgb(70,120,134)" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif">mcmanus@nfbofpa.org</span></a><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)">We look forward to seeing you in Hershey!</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)">National Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)"><a href="http://www.NFBOfPA.org" target="_blank">www.NFBOfPA.org</a></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)">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, because low expectations create obstacles between
blind people and our dreams. Our collective power, determination, and diversity
achieve the aspirations of all blind people.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 1in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97)"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"> </p></div></div>
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