April Bulletin

Greetings Fellow Federationists,

New Branding: Who We Are and What We Do
I want to start this bulletin with some great news about the new branding of the National Federation of the Blind.  After many months of research and soul searching we have a new one minute message which can be thought of as the “elevator speech”.  I believe you will agree that encompasses who we are and what we do.  Here it is:

“The National Federation of the Blind knows 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.  You can have the life you want; blindness is not what holds you back.”

Shop at Amazon Smile and Support the NFB of California
The Amazon Smile Foundation will donate 0.5% of the purchase price of eligible products on a quarterly basis to the National Federation of the Blind of California.  All you have to do is:

1. Click on the link below or go to www.smile.amazon.com, which will take you directly to Amazon Smile. If you use this link, The National Federation of the Blind of California Inc is already selected as your chosen organization.
2. Shop as usual and shop often!  Our affiliate will automatically receive your donation.  As far as I can tell most products seem to be eligible.

River City Chapter
2nd Annual Hair in the Wind Fundraising Event
Come join the River City Chapter, the Society for the Blind, the Sacramento Lions Club, and the Sacramento Area Miata Car Club for a day of fun!

Take a spin in a hot little sports car!  Join us for this fun community event.  Come on out to enjoy a free 30-minute ride in a convertible! it’s fun, and once you’ve done it, you just can’t get enough! Then enjoy some great food and fellowship with new and old friends.  Tri-tip or chicken sandwiches, chips and beverages will be available for purchase.  Come out and support the River City Chapter of the National Federation of the Blind of California.

Where:  Society for the Blind
1238 S Street Sacramento, CA 95811
When:    May 17, 2014
Time:      10:00 am—2:00pm or until all registered guests ride!

Reserve Your Ride Today!
To register for your ride please RSVP to Ralph Gingrich by April 30th.

Contact Ralph by Phone or Email:
Phone:  916-721-4499 or 916-223-2513
Email:  rkitman@surewest.net

I look forward to seeing you all on Saturday May 17th for a fun filled day! –  Tiffany Manosh, President, River City Chapter

Imagine Team NFBCAL
Imagine creating a future full of opportunities for the blind.   Join Team NFBCAL and make the dream come true.  The Kenneth Jernigan Institute provides programs and literature to help parents of blind children and blind adults to develop the skills and confidence needed to be successful in life.  Go to www.nfb.org/ImaginingOurFuture to donate or send a check to NFB, 200 E. Wells Street, Baltimore, MD 21230.  Be sure to write Imagination Fund California on the memo line.

Save the Date:  Pathfinder Chapter Casino Day Fundraiser
THE PATHFINDER CHAPTER OF THE NATIONAL FEDERATION OF THE BLIND OF CALIFORNIA cordially invites you out for a exciting day at the casino for a roll of the dice There will be a lot of fun while on your way to that Lucky pot of gold!

Where:   Viejas Casino and Outlet Mall
When:     Saturday, May 31, 2014
Pick up location: Greenline park and ride station parking lot, 11901 South Crenshaw Blvd., Hawthorne, CA Cross Street: 120th St.
Time:     7:30 a.m. (The bus will leave at 8 AM sharp and will not wait for anyone)
Return: approximately 6 PM
Donation: $21 (no refunds)
You must be 21 years and older with a valid government issued ID.
For further information contact President, Rochelle Houston at rhouston58@gmail.com or call 323-807-0300.

Dance with Me for!
The National Federation of the Blind
Riverside/San Bernardino Chapter Fund Raiser
When:     Sunday June 8, 2014 (Adults only)
Where:   Elks Riverside Lodge #643 6166 Brockton Ave., Riverside, CA 92506
Time:       1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Donation: $12.00 per ticket if purchased before event and $15.00 at the door day of the event.
Contact Person: Pamela Chase, Cell 951-532-6525 Email pschase@ca.rr.com

About the Event: The afternoon promises to be fun! Swing dance to THE JIMMY DRAPER BAND. Drawings throughout the afternoon. Gifts included surprise baskets, Assistive Technology, Vendor OVAC Inc. 50/50, and a $25.00 Best Buy gift card and much more. Don’t miss out! Come and have some fun!!!

DIRECTIONS: Please complete form below.  Make donations payable to the -NFB Riverside/San Bernardino Chapter. Please give form and donation to a Chapter Member or you can mail the form and donation to:
NFB Riverside San Bernardino Chapter
ATT. Pamela Chase
1865 Taylor Ave.
Corona, CA 92882
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PLEASE PRINT

Full Name: ___________________________________

Address: ______________________________________

Phone: _______________________________________

Email Address:_________________________________

Name of person who told you about the event: _____________________________________________

 

Free firefly iPad App
Try the Kurzweil 3000-firefly iPad App for yourself today – free trials for firefly on the web.  Already have the App? Make sure to download the latest updates from your iPad App Store.  Click on the link below for your free trial.
http://www.kurzweiledu.com/trialsignup.php?version=k3000ff

Best of Orlando
Have you made your travel plans for Orlando yet? “iGive” is a website that offers many purchasing options from which the California affiliate can benefit.  Go to www.igive.com and create an account and designate the National Federation of the Blind of California as your preferred organization.  I suggest clicking on “Travel”, then on “Best of Orlando”.

Mary Willows, President
3934 Kern Court
Pleasanton, CA 94588
(925) 462-8575
mwillows@sbcglobal.net

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