National Federation of the Blind of Maryland

The National Federation of the Blind of Maryland is the Maryland state affiliate of the National Federation of the Blind. We are changing what it means to be blind in Maryland! Find a local chapter or division. The National Federation of the Blind of Maryland 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. You can live the life you want; blindness is not what holds you back.

We will be conducting a National Convention donation drive and accepting donations in Orlando at our affiliate table at the Exhibit Hall, and members of the affiliate may also be on hand throughout the Convention to receive donations to NFBMD.

In appreciation for donations at a certain level, we will offer in appreciation a particular item. You can donate at various levels and can combine levels to get more tokens of appreciation.

Here’s what our menu looks like:

- In appreciation for a donation of $1, you can have a snack item.

- In appreciation for a donation of $5, you can get a fidget spinner. Supplies are limited.

Will the real Mid-Atlantic blind students please stand up? 

Nah, just kidding. We want all blind students to please stand up. It’s time. 

The Maryland Association of Blind Students in conjunction with the national Association of blind students brings you the 2024 Mid-Atlantic Student Seminar. 

Theme: “Who Am I?, Who Are You?, Who Are We?” 

Dates: August 16, 2024, 5:00 p.m. - August 18, 2024, 12:00 p.m. 

Location: National Federation of the Blind Jernigan Institute, 200 E Wells Street, Baltimore, MD 21230 

Lodging: Jernigan Institute 

Nearest Airport: Baltimore Washington International (BWI) 

NFB of Maryland Basket and Bag Bingo will take place on October 18, 2024. Tickets are now available!

NFB of Maryland Annual Crab Feast Fundraiser

To benefit the John T. McCraw Scholarship Fund

When: Friday, September 20, 2024 - 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.

Where: Rosedale Gardens - 8037 Philadelphia Road - Baltimore, MD 21237
Tickets are $75 each if purchased on or before August 31, 2024 and $85 each if purchased after August 31, 2024.

Children 6 and under are free. 

Special Promotions: 

- Buy or Sell 25 or more tickets and get your ticket FREE!

Dancing, 50 / 50 Raffle, Door Prizes, and more.

Menu Includes: Steamed Crabs, Fried Chicken, beef Bar B Que – All You Can Eat! Plus a Buffet of Entrees Including Maryland-style crab soup, corn-on-the-cob, other sides, Salad, fruit, cake…