[nabs-l] Free Matter for the Blind

[Jewel]

Hi, 
You don't need to sign up to use the free matter for the blind. Just write it in the upper right section of the envelope, where postage would go. There are also stamps and stickers. They are available to purchase online, though I can't remember who sells them. They are great for people whose handwriting is not the best, like mine. If I wrote on the envelope, they would give it back as illegible! 
Do keep in mind that Free Matter for the Blind is not just for Braille. You can also send large print, font size fourteen or larger, but it must be typed. Anything handwritten in the envelope, such as a check or written note for the blind recipient's sighted family member, will exclude the entire envelope's or package's contents from being shipped through this program. 
Other things that can be shipped Free Matter for the Blind include tapes and CDs, slates and styli, and, if I remember right, Braille paper, such as would be used in an embosser. 
You should be able to find the complete guidelines for what can and cannot be sent if you Google for it. 
Hope this helps, 
Jewel 

Sent from my iPhone

On Aug 4, 2013, at 4:49 PM, Justin Young <jty727 at gmail.com> wrote:

> Hi All,
> 
> Hope you are doing well!  I was wondering if any knew how the Free
> Matter for the Blind worked when sending items through the post mail?
> Do you have to sign up for something or can one send braille items and
> just write "Free Matter for the Blind"?  Wasn't sure thanks in
> advance!
> 
> Justin
> 
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