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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 recordingsāall 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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From Overwhelm to Overachievement: Reframe, Redefine, Succeed
A Message from Penny Forward Founder and CEO Chris Peterson Last week, I wrote about the importance of conquering our own limiting beliefs to pave the way for a financially secure and comfortable life. Today, letās chat about another hurdle we often need to tackle ā conquering the limiting beliefs of others. Itās not always…
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Financial SenseĀ¢: From Avon to Amway, Profits or Pitfalls?
Thankyou for Attending! We were excited to bring you the latest installment of our Financial SenseĀ¢ program, and last week, we had an engaging and thought-provoking topic in store for you. In a world where side hustles had become the norm, it was essential to navigate the landscape with informed decisions. Last week, we dove…
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Together Towards Tomorrow: Penny Forwardās Path to Success
Unveiling Penny Forward’s Path to the FutureĀ We were delighted to invite you to join us for a special celebration of Penny Forward and the success weāve had in bringing financial education to the blind community so far. Additionally, we unveiled our highly anticipated three-year strategic plan! How to access This took place during…
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Podcast: Notes of Progress, ACBās Journey in Fighting for Accessible Currency Part 1
In this collaborative podcast episode between the Penny Forward Podcast and the American Council of the Blind (ACB) Advocacy Update Podcast, we explore the past and future of accessible currency. Our guest, Dan Spoone, the ACB Interim Executive Director, shares the organization’s commitment to enhancing the lives of blind and low vision individuals. We delve…
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Conquering limiting beliefs, inspiring one another, and making the impossible possible.
A Message from Penny Forward Founder and CEO Chris Peterson I recently attended the National Federation of the Blind of Indiana state convention, and it was nothing short of incredible. I want to take a moment to express my gratitude to the wonderful people I met there ā Penny Forward board member and NFB of…
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Wednesday Workshop: Nurturing Career and Family Finances
Octoberās Financial Odyssey Part 2 ā Nurturing Career and Family Finances “We continued our exciting adventure, delving deep into the intricacies of managing your finances through the ever-changing seasons of adulthood. Just like nature transitioned from Spring to Summer to Fall, so did our financial needs and aspirations transform over time. āļø Part 2 (Oct.…
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The Real Deal About Being Blind: Navigating Life’s Twists and Turns
A Message From Penny Forward Founder and CEO, Chris Peterson Picture this: I’m traveling to the National Federation of the Blind of Florida’s state convention in Tampa, just stepping into a Lyft that will bring me from the airport to my hotel. The driver throws me a curveball with a question: “Is it complicated to…
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Book Review: “Dollars & $ense: a kid’s guide to using–not losing–money,” by Elaine Scott
Dollars & $ense: a kid’s guide to using–not losing–money By: Elaine Scott Reviewer’s Thoughts: Dollars & $ense: A Kid’s Guide to Using–Not Losing–Money” by Elaine Scott primarily focuses on providing young readers with a comprehensive understanding of the history of money and the significant governmental impact on banking and financial laws. I find the…
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Wednesday Workshop: Planting Seeds of Independence
Octoberās Financial Odyssey Part 1 ā Planting Seeds of Independence We were thrilled to invite you to part 1 of our October members-only group chat series, where we embarked on an exciting adventure that delved deep into the intricacies of managing your finances through the ever-changing seasons of adulthood. Just like nature transitions from Spring…
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Podcast: Journey Through the Community’s Stories With The Blind History Lady Part 2
This week is part 2 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 Thomas David Shaw and what Peggy is currently working on and what is next. The Blind History Lady: Get on…