National Federation of the Blind (NFB)

Advocacy and Public PolicyService

Civil rights advocacy for blind people, including work on accessibility, education, technology, and equal access.

Blind Users Innovating and Leading Design (BUILD)Program

NFB is building a list of blind people who test whether websites, medical devices, home appliances and fitness equipment work for blind users. You can apply to become a tester.

Early Childhood InitiativesService

Support and guidance for young blind children and their families to build early independence skills.

Free Slate and Stylus ProgramProgram

Sends a free plastic Braille slate and stylus to blind or low-vision people in the United States who know Braille or want to learn it. You use the same account and form as for a cane.

Free White Cane ProgramProgram

Sends a free long white cane to blind or low-vision people in the United States, or to parents requesting for a blind child under 18. You make an account and request it online.

Independence MarketService

A store with hundreds of products made by and for the blind community, such as canes, talking watches, magnifiers and Braille writing aids. You can shop online, by phone or email, or in person in Baltimore by appointment.

Information and Family SupportService

Information and support for families with blind children, older adults losing vision, and blind people of all ages.

International Braille and Technology Center for the BlindService

A center at the NFB headquarters in Baltimore where you can see and try access technology such as screen readers, Braille displays and magnifiers. Experts give advice that is not tied to any vendor.