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Welcome to the Movement

We advance the lives of our members and all blind people in the United States. The National Federation of the Blind knows that blindness is not the characteristic that defines you or your future. Every day we raise the expectations of blind people, because low expectations create obstacles between blind people and our dreams. Our collective power, determination, and diversity achieve the aspirations of all blind people.


Scholarships & Awards

Blind students tour a historical museum.

NFB Scholarship Program

Every year, we award more than $300,000 in cash and prizes to blind students to support their educational and professional goals. Complete the NFB scholarship application.

Blind people wave their canes in the air during a fit break at the national convention.

Kenneth Jernigan Convention Scholarship

This scholarship provides funding support to NFB members who want to attend a NFB National Convention for the first time. Apply for the Kenneth Jernigan Convention Scholarship.

A blind student uses a dowel to test soil samples.

Internship Program    

Gain hands-on experience driving innovation in the blindness field while contributing to the movement that raises expectations and creates opportunities for blind people. Sign up for the NFB Summer Internship.