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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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Financial Sense¢: How to Save $1,500 Annually by Reducing Food Waste
We were excited to invite you to this past month’s edition of the Financial Sense¢ program, where we delved into a topic that affects us all: food waste. According to a December 2022 Fortune article, it was revealed that Americans squandered approximately one-third of the food they purchased. Shockingly, this equated to the average family…
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Podcast: Journey Through the Community’s Stories With The Blind History Lady Part 1
This week is part 1 of our discussion with The Blind History Lady. She had so many fantastic stories to share we decided to spread them out over 2 episodes. This week we learn about Marie’s story and the process Peggy uses to research, and who she does research on. Show notes The Blind History…
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Wednesday Workshop: Credit Card Discussion
Let’s Talk Credit Cards and More! 📢 As we geared up for another exciting week, we dove into a topic that was near and dear to many of us – credit cards. 🛍️📊 Whether you were stepping onto the college campus for the first time or making a triumphant return, those credit card offers were…
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Wednesday Workshop: “Poverty by America,” Book Discussion
Book Discussion, “Poverty by America” Over the month of Aug. you joined us in reading the best selling book. “Poverty by America,” and now it was time to share with us what you thought. Did the book help broaden your prospective? Was there any actionable changes you can make? How did this book relate to…
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Podcast: The Gift Economy – Where Giving and Receiving Become Acts of Kindness and Community
In this podcast episode we focus on the Buy Nothing group on Facebook, where people can give away and ask for items they no longer need. Chris and Kelly Peterson share their experiences with the group, discussing the benefits of participating, such as saving money and building a sense of community. They also mention the…
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Wednesday Workshop: Entertainment Without Breaking The Bank
Entertainment Without Breaking The Bank We invited you to our final session of our enlightening three-part series on subscription services. This week, we dove into the captivating world of entertainment subscriptions and unraveling the secrets to choosing the perfect ones that align with your budget. 📺📻🎶📚 Are you a cinephile, a music aficionado, or an…
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Financial Sense¢: From Sun to Savings, Adapting Your Budget for Fall
Recording now Available Original information During our program, we will delve into valuable tips and strategies on how to maintain a balanced budget during this transitional period. From adjusting entertainment expenses to managing back-to-school costs, we will explore various practical methods to keep your finances on track as the leaves begin to change. Moreover,…
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Wednesday Workshop: Food And Grocery Delivery Subscriptions
🍔🥦 Food and Grocery Delivery Services 🍕🛒 You joined us for another engaging and enlightening session in our three-part series on subscription services! Following our exciting discussion on rideshare subscriptions, we were thrilled to dive into the realm of culinary convenience and budget-friendly indulgence with our second installment. Last week, we unraveled the convenience of…
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Podcast: Tactile Transformation, The Journey of Blind Girl Designs
In this episode of “The Penny Forward Podcast,” hosts Chris, Liz, and Moe interview Tricia Waechter, the founder of Blind Girl Designs. Tricia shares her experience in the fashion industry and starting her own company. She discusses her journey of being diagnosed with retinitis pigmentosa and the challenges she faced. Tricia also talks about the…