Mourning the Loss of Longtime Leader Jeff Pearcy

Mourning the Loss of Longtime Leader Jeff Pearcy

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Remembrance

We’ve lost one our affilaite’s pioneers, and—for many of us—a dear friend. Jeff Pearcy has been waging a battle against dementia for the past few years, and Sunday, he passed away.

“Jeff was a larger than life character,” said Norma Crosby, President of the NFB of Texas. “He was always quick with a joke. He never met a blind person he wasn’t willing to help if they needed it.”

Guide Dog Users Needed for New NFB Testing Program

We're seeking guide dog users to participate in a new testing program that will help improve access to ride hailing services. If you are a person who uses a service animal or frequently travel with someone who is, you can be a tester. All it takes is completing a short questionnaire after a ride. Even if you do not use a ride share service on a regular basis, your feedback is valuable.

We're Here to Help During Hurricane Harvey

As Hurricane Harvey approaches, we know that blind and low-vision Texans may need assistance connecting with their families, finding transportation and staying abreast of the latest conditions. We're here to help anyone. Membership is not a requirement.

While our offices in Alvin are closed, our phone lines are open. You may reach us at the usual number, (281) 968-7733. Whether you just need a friend or have specific questions, please reach out to us. As long as we have power, we'll be here.

We've Established a Harvey Relief Fund for Blind Texans

Part of our mission as the NFB of Texas is to support blind and low-vision Texans when they face hardships. To that end, we are seeking ways to roll up our sleeves and be of service to those in our community who need help.

You can help us do this in two ways:

BELL Academy 2018 Set For San Antonio

Do you know a blind or low vision child who would benefit from access to Braille? Are they between the ages of 4 and 12? Do they love to have fun while learning? If so, they should participate in the 2018 Braille Enrichment for Literacy and Learning (BELL) Academy.

2018 NFBTX Scholarship Program Accepting Applications

ALVIN, TX - The National Federation of the Blind of Texas is currently accepting applications for its 2018 scholarship program. To qualify for consideration applicants must be legally blind residents of Texas. They must also be planning to participate in a full-time course of study at a college or university in the fall of 2018. 

2018 Silver Bells Senior Training Sponsored by NFB-NEWSLINE(R) TEXAS

Come and join members of the National Federation of the Blind of Texas for the 2018 Silver Bells Senior Training Program. The training is sponsored by NFB-NEWSLINE® TEXAS and is scheduled to take place in Austin, on the weekend of August 23-26.

Houston Lady Lions Hats & High Tea to Benefit NFBTX Scholarship Program

You are cordially invited to attend the Houston Lady Lions Club 3rd Annual Hats and High Tea. 

DATE AND TIME
Sat, September 29, 2018, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM CDT

LOCATION
The Bougainvilleas Ballroom

12126 Westheimer Rd

Houston, TX 77077

NABM to hold BLAST Women’s Walk November 16 in San Antonio

The National Association of Blind Merchants (NABM) is hosting its first WISE (Women's Initiative to Support Entrepeneurship) to heighten awareness and efforts to increase the number of blind women within the Business Enterprise Program (BEP). Of course, men are encouraged to participate as well!

The event will be held on Friday, November 16, 2018 at 7:00 AM at the Hyatt Regency Hill Country Inn Resort in San Antonio, TX.

Visit this link to sign up.

Daniel Martinez selected for Susan M. Daniels Disability Mentoring Hall of Fame

We would like to congratulate our own Daniel Martinez on his selection as an inductee to the Susan M. Daniels Disability Mentoring Hall of Fame.