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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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FAQ: Why Financial Education is Key for People with Blindness or Low Vision
When people hear about the staggering statistics concerning employment among those of us who are blind or have low vision, they often ask why we at Penny Forward have chosen financial education as a primary focus. The statistics are indeed sobering: according to the best data available, there are around 20 million people with blindness…
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Podcast: Employment Programs with Jeremy Grandstaff
Because of National Disability Employment Awareness Month, we wanted to focus on Penny Forward’s employment programs, so we brought on Jeremy Grandstaff, who leads our youth employment and advocacy programs, and is also the author of our Employment Essentials course, to talk about those things. In addition to his work with Penny Forward, Jeremy lives…
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Building Trust for Financial Health in the Blind and Low Vision Community
Trust is the foundation on which we build our financial health, our relationships, and our sense of security in the world. When it’s there, things run smoothly; when it’s broken, everything can quickly fall apart.
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Wednesday Workshop: Elevate Your Savings Game on National Savings Day
National Savings Day is the perfect opportunity to take your savings habits to the next level. Join us and we’ll explore practical tips and tools to help you save smarter and build a stronger financial future. What to Expect Introduction (10 minutes) Main Topic (45 minutes) Closing (5 minutes) No matter where you are in…
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Survey Request: User Experience Using Streaming Apps
Research Title: 500 CSAT Surveys Being conducted by: Defined.AI Purpose of the Study User experience using streaming apps Role of the Participants and Anticipated Length of the Study 40 minutes per survey, answering questions about the quality of audio descriptions. Each participant will answer 4 questions about their age gap, personal visual experience when consuming…
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ACB Study of Geographic Atrophy
The American Council of the Blind is collaborating with Global Perspectives, an IQVIA business, which specializes in recruiting patients for scientific studies. They are launching a new non-interventional study on Geographic Atrophy (advanced dry AMD). The purpose of this study is to understand patients’ views and preferences related to treatments for advanced dry AMD (age-related macular…
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IRS Direct File set to expand availability in a dozen new states and cover wider range of tax situations for the 2025 tax filing season
Source: IRS Newswire WASHINGTON – The Internal Revenue Service announced today that Direct File will be available for the 2025 tax filing season in double the number of states than last year’s pilot, and it will cover a wider range of tax situations, greatly expanding the number of taxpayers eligible to use the free e-filing service. State and eligibility…
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CurbCutOS and Ipsos Research Project Aimed At Improving Online Banking Experience For People With Disabilities
Source: CurbCutOS and Ipsos We have a great chance for you to share your thoughts on making online banking easier for people with disabilities! Our organization is working with CurbCutOS, a digital accessibility company, and the UX team at Ipsos, a market research company, to help them with a research project aimed improving online banking…
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Wednesday Workshop: Savings Account Showdown
Description Are you maximizing your savings potential? Not all savings accounts are created equal, and knowing which one is best for you can make a big difference in your financial success. What to Expect Introduction (10 minutes) Main Topic (45 minutes) Wrap Up (5 minutes) Whether you’re new to saving or looking to optimize your current strategy,…
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Get last minute tax filing help fast at IRS.gov
Source: IRS Tax Tips Get last minute tax filing help fast at IRS.gov For people who haven’t filed their 2023 tax return yet, IRS.gov has resources to help them file electronically, get personalized tax account info and find the status of their refund. These online tools are available any time, so taxpayers can use them…