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AzCB Mission

The purpose of the Arizona Council of the Blind (AzCB) is to promote an improved understanding of the capabilities and needs of people who are blind or visually impaired residents of and visitors to the State of Arizona, and to work to improve the social, economic, educational, employment and civic opportunities which are available to blind and visually impaired people within Arizona.

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2015 AZCB Membership Meeting Announcement

The 2015 AZCB Membership Meeting will be held on Saturday, April 18, 2015 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Arizona Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired (ACBVI) at 3100 East Roosevelt Street in Phoenix.

There is no fee for attending and food and beverages will be provided.

This meeting is open to AzCB members in good standing. In good standing means a members dues are paid for the current year which allows the member to vote. If you would like to join or renew your membership, please contact a chapter president, fill out a membership form or call (602) 273-1510 and leave a message for assistance.

Please RSVP by April 1, 2015.

The agenda for the meeting is as follows:

Call to Order
Moment of Silence
Attendance (self-introduction)
First Read of Constitution and Bylaws Amendments (if any)
Approval of 2014 Annual Meeting Minutes
Approval of Treasurer's Report
President's Message (You get the organization you deserve)
Chapter Updates:
- Guide Dog Users of Arizona
- Maricopa Club
- Phoenix Chapter
- Southern Arizona
BRIEF-Grant Report on 2014 Activities
Report from the Nominating Committee
Officer and Board Elections
Report from the Constitution and Bylaws Committee
Second Read (if any)
Consideration of Constitution and Bylaws Amendments
Resolutions (if any) presented for consideration
Old Business
New Business
Adjournment

2015 Scholarship Application now available

Enrollment is now open for the 2015 Arizona Council Scholarship. Proceed to the application form to apply for the scholarship.

February Board Meeting

The February board meeting is scheduled for Saturday, February 14 from 9AM to 11AM. Please call (567-314-2147) and pass code (6320547) to join the board meeting. You may review the past agendas and minutes here.

Understanding Charitable Giving

We greatly encourage members and readers to read the article just posted on the web site all about Charitable Giving opportunities

Proclamation from the President of the United States

Read the historical proclamation from the President of the United States on the twentieth anniversary of the American's with Disabilities Act (ADA).

Donations Welcome

The Arizona Council of the Blind is a registered 501C3 tax-exempt volunteer organization Supporting the blind and low-vision community of Arizona. If you would like to contribute to the work and actions of AzCB There are three-easy ways in which you can help keep our mission moving forward.

you can use PayPal to make a Tax Deductable Donation. No set amount required.
Donate a vehicle: it’s easy to do with help from customer service representatives (800-320-3746). And it’s convenient. The transportation company comes to your home or office to remove the donated vehicle. Get rid of that unwanted car—or van, RV, truck, plane, or boat—and enjoy a tax deduction, if you itemize, for the fair market value of your vehicle. Or click here to learn more about car donation.
Join the monthly Monetary subscription fund and have an amount deducted from a checking account. Each quarter the AzCB will receive a total split of all donations and a portion up to 50% will fund the work of the American Council of the Blind, our parent organization, and the rest stays here in Arizona. For more details visit the Monthly Monetary Support web page.

We thank you for your contributions.

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