Blindness News
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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…
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Press release: Penny Forward Receives $20,000 Donation from Thrivent to Drive Financial Inclusion
MINNEAPOLIS, Feb. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Penny Forward, a nonprofit organization that offers accessible and affordable financial education to individuals who are blind or visually impaired, announced today that it received a $20,000 donation from Thrivent, a Fortune 500 diversified financial services organization. This generous grant will enhance Penny Forward’s commitment to helping people navigate important…
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Unlock Financial Mastery with Our Cyber Monday Exclusive Membership Offer!
Are you ready to take control of your financial destiny? Seize the opportunity this Cyber Monday to embark on a transformative journey towards financial empowerment with our exclusive Penny Forward membership! Why Penny Forward? Navigating personal finance can be challenging, but we’re here to guide you every step of the way. Our self-paced online courses…
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🎉 Exciting News: Penny Forward Joins Mastodon! 🎊
Thanks to your input, Penny Forward is now on Mastodon! 🚀 Follow Us on Mastodon: @[email protected] Mastodon is an open-source social media platform that prioritizes user privacy, decentralization, and community-driven development. We believe this aligns perfectly with the values of Penny Forward, and we are eager to engage with our community in this new space.…
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Chris Peterson Featured on the Next Up with Next Gen Podcast
Exciting news! Our very own Chris Peterson, President and CEO of Penny Forward, recently took center stage on the Next Up with Next Gen podcast. We’re thrilled to share this insightful episode on the Penny Forward blog. In this special podcast feature, Chris joins a panel of four remarkable blind parents, delving into the nuances…
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Help Penny Forward Bring Our Strategy To Life – Join Our Action Teams!
A Message from Penny Forward Founder and CEO Chris Peterson Dear Penny Forward community, I trust this message finds you well and inspired. As the founder and CEO of Penny Forward, I’m inspired by your enthusiasm and excited to introduce an incredible opportunity for you to actively take part in our mission and embody…
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Blind Progress: Thankful for Insurance
A Message from Peggy Chong, The Blind History Lady Thanksgiving will be here soon. I have much to be thankful for in my life. This year, I am adding one more item to the list of things to be thankful for every year, fair insurance. Five decades ago, the beginnings of legislation passed state houses, forbidding discrimination…
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Penny Forward Podcast: Part 2 Notes of Progress, ACB’s Journey in Fighting for Accessible Currency
In this collaborative podcast episode between the Penny Forward Podcast and the American Council of the Blind (ACB) Advocacy Update Podcast, we explore the past and future of accessible currency. This week we look more into what has been the recent history and what we need to do to make sure accessible currency comes sooner…
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Penny Forward Transcript: Part 2 Notes of Progress, ACB’s Journey in Fighting for Accessible Currency
This week we have connected with the American Council of the Blind, and after hearing about the history of what got us here last episode, this time we learn about the current efforts in what it takes for us to get accessible currency. Select here to listen to the audio podcast and see the…
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Early Access Penny Forward Podcast: Part 2 Notes of Progress, ACB’s Journey in Fighting for Accessible Currency
In this collaborative podcast episode between the Penny Forward Podcast and the American Council of the Blind (ACB) Advocacy Update Podcast, we explore the past and future of accessible currency. Select here to see a full transcript… Show notes ACB Advocacy Update Podcast: https://www.acbmedia.org/category/au/ call: 202-467-5081 email: [email protected] Penny Forward pennyforward.com [email protected]…