The American Council of the Blind® holds its annual Conference and Convention in a different US city each summer.

The American Council of the Blind® (ACB®) is proud to announce its annual 2027 D.C. Leadership Conference, where attendees will participate in educational sessions, engage with keynote speakers from the disability community, and meet with members of Congress on Capitol Hill. The conference focuses on advancing key legislative priorities to promote independence and improve the quality of life for people who are blind or have low vision. 

The American Council of the Blind®’s (ACB®) Scholarship Program was established in 1982. ACB in partnership with other organizations and individuals offers educational scholarships ranging from $2,000 to $7,500 for entering freshman, undergraduate and graduate students, and those attending technical college. This program awards students with scholarships to help with post-secondary education financial needs such as tuition, fees, room and board and other additional costs associated with assistive technology.