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Welcome to the Penny Forward Blog, your go-to source for the latest updates, news, and upcoming events. At Penny Forward, we believe in fostering financial empowerment for individuals who are blind, and our blog is a dynamic hub where you can stay informed about the impactful strides we’re making. From groundbreaking initiatives to insightful stories of resilience, our blog is designed to keep you connected with the heart of our mission. Explore the latest developments, stay in the know about upcoming events, and join us on the journey to create a world where financial health is accessible to everyone, regardless of their visual abilities. Your path to empowerment starts here.

  • Taxpayers: Get accessible tax info and forms from the IRS Alternative Media Center

    The IRS Alternative Media Center provides a variety of accessible services to help people who use assistive technology such as screen reading software, refreshable Braille displays, screen magnifying software and voice recognition software. Anyone can view and download hundreds of tax forms and publications in alternative formats, including: Text only. Braille-ready files. Browser-friendly HTML. Accessible…


  • Early Access Penny Forward Podcast: Rightfully Sewn with guest Tyler Bennett

    In this episode of the Penny Forward Podcast, hosts Chris Peterson and MOe Carpenter interview Tyler Bennett from Rightfully Sewn. The Kansas City non-profit focuses on providing education and job opportunities in sewing and fashion for those facing employment barriers. Tyler discusses Rightfully Sewn’s mission, its integration with Alpha Point, and the organization’s commitment to…


  • Wednesday Workshop Recording: March 20, Prepare Your Tax Documents

    This week we discussed which financial documents you need to prepare your taxes and different options for getting your taxes prepared.   Recording Guest members and site visitors will need to upgrade or create an account to get access to this recording. To enjoy this content, simply sign up for a Penny Forward membership. If…


  • Recording Tuesday’s Turning Pages Book Brunch: “Money Out Loud,” Chapter 2

    Please note you must be a member of the Penny Forward website/app to have access to this recording. Session 1 We read Chapter 2: Hella Control, AKA Budgeting Next session is Interlude- It’s a Tax Party, Yay Taxes We have provided the recording for those that may not have been able to join, or for…


  • uTest Project: Testing by People with Disabilities

    uTest by Applause is home to a growing family of freelance software testers who want to develop new skills, earn extra money, and make a real impact on the digital products of their favorite brands. They are looking for people with a specific disability (PWD) who bank with a certain financial institution to better understand…


  • Moving Forward: Investing In My Success Through Improved O&M

    A Message from Penny Forward Founder and CEO, Chris Peterson I’m coming to you today with something a bit different than our usual finance talk. It’s a story, my story from the past week, that I think speaks volumes about how we’re more than just our bank accounts. It’s about growing, learning, and pushing past…


  • Wednesday Workshop Recording: March 13, What to Keep and What to Toss Financial Documents

    This week we discussed items you should be able to toss, and what items you need to keep around. Remember this information is typical situations, and if you have questions about items you have specifically please reach out to us privately or to your tax or other accounting professional. Recording Guest members and site visitors…


  • Recording Tuesday’s Turning Pages Book Brunch: “Money Out Loud,” Mic Check and Chapter 1

    Please note you must be a member of the Penny Forward website/app to have access to this recording. Session 1 We started the book this week, reading Mic Check and Chapter 1- Hella Feelings, AKA Your Money Story Next session is Chapter 2- Hella Control, AKA Budgeting We have provided the recording for those that…


  • Penny Forward Podcast: Taxes With A Blind CPA with guest Cody Bair

    In this episode of the Penny Forward podcast, hosts Chris Peterson and MOe Carpenter are joined by Cody Bair, a blind CPA from Colorado who specializes in research and development tax credits. With co-host Liz Bottner attending the American Council of the Blind D.C. Leadership Conference, the conversation is focused on understanding taxes from a…


  • How I Went to Open a CD and Stopped my Mortgage Insurance Instead

    MOe here… It may be no secret to many of you, if you are in our Penny Forward Facebook group, that a huge goal of mine was to pay down my mortgage to the point of the mortgage insurance dropping off our monthly payments. We, and by this I mean my husband and I, had…