Contribution Opportunities

Contributions to the GreenDrop program, Vehicle Donation program, and the Pre Authorized Contribution (PAC) Plan are tax deductible. All checks received as contributions to the NFB DeafBlind Division are also tax deductible.

General Contributions

The National Federation of the Blind DeafBlind Division, a proud division of the National Federation of the Blind, operates on a 100% volunteer basis. ALL of your donation goes toward supporting our programs for

• Education and outreach to our communities
• Newly blinded individuals and their family members
• Older adults losing vision
• Blind Veterans
• and so much more...

You can support the work of the organization by making your tax-deductible check out to NFB DeafBlind Division and mailing it to:

Jonathan Goodman, Treasurer
504 West Stafford Avenue
Laurel Springs, New Jersey 08021

If you prefer paying via credit/debit card or with a personal PayPal account, please visit our Online Donations page.

Sponsorships

To become a sponsor of the DeafBlind Division of the National Federation of the Blind, please follow the instructions on the Sponsorship Form below. Once we receive your sponsorship, we will proudly display your business logo or your name on our website. Thank you for your support.

• NFB DeafBlind Division Sponsorship Form (Word Document)
• NFB DeafBlind Division Sponsorship Form (PDF File)

Matching Funds

Many employers support their employees’ charity donations by matching a portion of the funds an employee donates. Check with the human resources office of the company for details. If you need additional information, please contact NFB DeafBlind Division President Alice Eaddy at president@nfbdeaf-blind.org, or NFB DeafBlind Division Treasurer Jonathan Goodman at treasurer@nfbdeaf-blind.org.

Thrivent’s Choice Dollars donations can help NFB

Are you a member of Thrivent Financial and eligible to direct Choice Dollars? With Thrivent Choice, you can recommend where some of Thrivent Financial’s charitable outreach funds go. Choice Dollars funds can make a world of difference to the NFB. Directing Choice Dollars is easy. Simply go to Thrivent Choice to learn more and find program terms and conditions, or contact Nathan Beattie, Financial Associate, at 515-276-1527, extension 228, or nathan.beattie@thrivent.com.

PAC Plan

The Pre-Authorized Contribution (PAC) Plan is a national program where individuals or organizations can pre-approve a certain amount of funds to be transferred from their bank account into the National Federation of the Blind’s general account. The minimum amount is $5 a month ($0.17 a day) and there is no limit.

The PAC Plan helps with:

• Distributing free literature
• Funding the Free White Cane program
• Funding the Free Slate and Stylus program
• Funding legal battles
• Assisting national scholarship programs
• Funding the Braille Enrichment for Literacy and Learning (BELL) Academy program
• Fund STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) programs
• Providing free web hosting for state affiliates & national divisions through NFBNet

Please visit www.nfb.org/pac, download the PAC Plan form (PDF), or dial 1-877-632-2722 to create or increase your monthly PAC contributions. If you have any questions, contact the accounting department at the National Federation of the Blind Jernigan Institute at 410-659-9314 or accounting@nfb.org.

Please watch the below PAC Plan video for additional details on the PAC Plan.

Leaving A Legacy

Dream Makers Circle

You can help build a future of opportunity for the blind by becoming a member of our Dream Makers Circle. It is easier than you think. You can visit your bank and convert an account to a P.O.D. (payable on death) bank account which is payable after your passing to the National Federation of the blind or one of our affiliates. Your legacy gift to the National Federation of the Blind or National Federation of the Blind of [state] can be made in the form of a will or living trust, an income generating gift, or by naming us as the beneficiary of a retirement plan, IRA, pension, or a life insurance policy. You can designate a specific amount, a percentage, or list NFB as one of several beneficiaries. For additional information, please contact Patti Chang at (410) 659-9314, extension 2422 or at pchang@nfb.org.

GreenDrop

The National Federation of the Blind has teamed up with GreenDrop to collect donations of clothing and household items. People living in Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, DC, and Virginia can donate unwanted items through drop-off locations or by calling for a pick-up from their home or business. The funds raised from this program go to the National Federation of the Blind general fund to support programs for blind STEM students, veterans, and seniors, as well as the ongoing efforts to improve equality for the blind.

Please mark all bags and or boxes with NFB in order for the NFB to receive credit for the donations. The entire listing of accepted items can be found on the GreenDrop website, www.gogreendrop.org. GreenDrop accepts new or gently used items including:

• Clothing & Shoes
• Household Items
• Kitchenware
• Games/Toys
• Small Appliances
• Electronics
• Sporting Goods
• Books, CDs & Videos
• Small Furniture

To schedule a pickup, dial 1-888-944-DROP (3767) or visit www.gogreendrop.org. If you have any questions, you can contact the NFB GreenDrop coordinator Bridget Burke at 410-659-9314 x2271 or GreenDrop@nfb.org.

Vehicle Donations

The National Federation of the Blind uses car donations to improve the education of blind children, distribute free white canes, help veterans, and so much more. We have partnered with Vehicles For Charity to process donated vehicles. Just call toll-free (855) 659-9314, and a representative can make arrangements, or you can donate online by visiting https://www.nfb.org/get-involved/ways-give/vehicle-donations.

If you have any questions regarding the program, please contact the NFB Vehicle Donations coordinator Pattie Chang at 410-659-9314 x2422 or pchang@nfb.org.