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Category: Blindness or Low Vision
Welcome to our blindness or low vision category, where everything is created from a blindness perspective. Penny Forward is a nonprofit organization founded and led by blind people, driven by the belief that financial independence is truly for everyone. Here, you’ll find articles, podcast episodes, and workshop recordings—all designed to help both the blind and sighted communities achieve their financial goals. Explore this section to gain insights and practical advice on building financial , regardless of your level of vision.
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Black Friday, Budgets, and Bright Ideas for the Holidays
This week, the holiday season officially kicks off with Black Friday sales! Your inbox is likely overflowing with deals for things you need, things you want, and let’s be honest—things you didn’t even know you wanted until the word “SALE” popped up. It’s exciting, right? But before we dive into our carts (online or otherwise),…
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FAQ: Knowing What You Want – The Key to Financial and Personal Growth
As an Accredited Financial Counselor (AFC®), one of the most fulfilling aspects of my work is helping people achieve their financial goals. Whether it’s buying a home, retiring comfortably, or simply gaining control over day-to-day expenses, seeing someone succeed is incredibly rewarding. But here’s the thing: to reach any goal, you first have to know…
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An Early Holliday Gift from Penny Forward
A Message from Penny Forward Founder and CEO, Chris Peterson Hello Penny Forward Members and Supporters! The holiday season is just around the corner, and if you’re anything like me, you probably find yourself spending way too much time debating every little purchase. It’s not just about finding something affordable; it’s about finding something useful.…
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Blind Health Expo 2024
Source: Accessible Pharmacy When: December 6 10-4pm ET Join us for the 3rd annual Blind Health Expo! The Blind Health Expo is the world’s largest virtual expo of healthcare information, products, and services for individuals, organizations, and companies in the health, blindness, and disability communities. Please share information about the Blind Health Expo 2024 with…
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Blind Health Expo 2024z
Source: Accessible Pharmacy When: December 6 10-4pm ET Join us for the 3rd annual Blind Health Expo! The Blind Health Expo is the world’s largest virtual expo of healthcare information, products, and services for individuals, organizations, and companies in the health, blindness, and disability communities. Please share information about the Blind Health Expo 2024 with…
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Podcast: Homesteading by Touch with Nella Foster
“I did come to the realization that the food I purchase in the grocery store is never as good as the food that I grew up eating, so how do I get that good food, those really great tomatoes? I have to grow it.” Join us as we talk about Homesteading By Touch and learn…
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$10,000 Flight for Sight Travel Grant
Source: Flight For Sight The next $10,000 Flight for Sight Travel Grant application will go live on Wednesday, November 13th, during the Blind Travel Summit in San Francisco! Our Executive Director, Mike Walsh, will be there to discuss Flight for Sight and other travel opportunities for the blind and low-vision community. His talk will cover…