National Federation of the Blind (NFB) of Illinois - Scholarships for Blind Students

Application form for the 2024 Washington Seminar, a scholarship opportunity for blind students.

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DeadlineDecember 1, 2025

Award amount$5,000 annually

Last checkedJun 25, 2026

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2026 Washington Seminar Application

Application for members of the National Federation of the Blind of Illinois to represent the affiliate at Washington Seminar. Includes duties and selection criteria.

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Deadline

December 1, 2025

Eligibility

Members of the National Federation of the Blind of Illinois; Must arrive by Sunday, January 25 and leave no earlier than 7:00 PM on Wednesday, January 28.

Requirements

Submit completed application form in accessible electronic format.; Submit itinerary for arrival and departure by December 23.; Reserve room at the Holiday Inn Capitol Hill.; Attend local teleconference training sessions in mid-January.; Attend training session in Washington on Monday, January 26.; Attend the Great Gathering-In that evening.

Application materials

Completed application form; Electronic signature

How to apply

Complete and submit the application form via email to president@nfbofillinois.org.; Type answers and signature.; Attach to email.

Important dates

Deadline: December 1, 2025; Arrival: Sunday, January 25; Departure: No earlier than 7:00 PM on Wednesday, January 28; Itinerary submission: December 23; Training calls: Mid-January and after seminar; Washington training: Monday, January 26

Contact

president@nfbofillinois.org

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