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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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Twelve Banks That Offer Braille Statements
A Message from Penny Forward Founder and CEO, Chris Peterson Dear Penny Forward Family, Recently I received an email asking whether there were any banks that provide their statements in Braille. This is an important question, especially for those who are less comfortable with technology. I’ve done some research, and it turns out that several…
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Wednesday Workshop: Vent and Invent
Get Ready to Vent and Invent We were excited to invite you to our first Wednesday Workshop. it was a blast! 🎉 We’re dove into the wild world of “Things We Hate.” 😤 But hold on, it was not just a gripe session! We turned our dislikes into dollar signs! 💸 Ever thought, “Man, I…
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Podcast: Diving into Development, Dialogue with Kolby Garrison
In this episode of the Penny Forward podcast, hosts Liz Bottner, Chris Peterson, and MOe Carpenter interview Kolby Garrison, the development officer of the American Council of the Blind (ACB). Garrison shares her journey as a blind person, from her mainstream education to her struggles with job applications due to societal prejudices. She discusses her…
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Wednesday Workshop: 4th Quarter Mid Quarter Check in
You joined us for our mid quarter check in. This was an opportunity for us to help our members make SMART goals and see how things are going on the goals you have already created. This time we talked a lot about the moving process and air travel. Missed the call? as a…
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Resilience in the Crescent City: My AFCPE Symposium Experience
A Message from Penny Forward Founder and CEO, Chris Peterson Greetings everyone, Allow me to share a recap of my recent experiences at the Association for Financial Counseling and Planning Education (AFCPE®) annual symposium in New Orleans. Initially anticipated as an enriching week of learning and networking, it took an unexpected turn, but as they…
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Book review: Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill
Think and Grow Rich (original 1937 version) by Napoleon Hill Reviewers Thoughts “Think and Grow Rich” by Napoleon Hill is a book that’s been around for ages, and it’s got its fair share of both praise and criticism. Hill claims to have spent two decades hobnobbing with successful people to uncover their secrets, but…
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Podcast: Pitching Possibilities Kevin Reeves’ Path in Production with I See Music
Welcome, listeners, to a brand new episode of the Penny Forward Podcast! We’re thrilled to have the remarkable Kevin Reeves with us today. Kevin, a dynamic individual with a passion for music, takes us on a journey through his fascinating life. From his experiences to the challenges he’s faced, Kevin opens up about the profound…
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Financial Sense¢: Wealth Wisdom, Share Your Favorite Personal Finance Resources
Attention Penny Forward supporters We were excited to invite you to Penny Forward’s November Financial Sense¢ program. We all know how overwhelming the endless flood of personal finance advice can be these days – books, podcasts, YouTube, TikTok – it’s everywhere! And let’s not forget the challenge of making sure it’s accessible to the blind…
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Wednesday Workshop: Careers In Personal Finance Part 2 FDIC
Members Only Group Chat: Careers In Personal Finance Part 2 – the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation We are excited to invite you to our members-only group chats throughout the month of November, where we will be hosting a four-part series on “Careers in Personal Finance.” Whether you have a passion for helping individuals make, manage,…
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Podcast: Unseen Path to Real Estate Success with Gladys Morales
In this episode of the Penny Forward podcast, we have the pleasure of welcoming Gladys Morales, a determined individual who is blind and forging her career path in the world of real estate. Join us as Gladys shares her inspiring journey, from dealing with vision loss in her childhood to her mission of providing housing…