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Independence Fall 2011

Stories of life transormation made possible by you!



A Difficult Decision Leads to Rewarding Results

daria_thumbEvery Friday evening, like clockwork, Larisa drives to Junior Blind and picks up her thirteen-year-old daughter, Daria, from the Children's Residential Program. "Dasha," as Larisa lovingly calls Daria, has lived on Junior Blind's campus for two years and also attends Junior Blind's Special Education School.

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Retired Teacher Continues Helping Youth

Eric_McAlister-thumbJunior Blind supporter, Richard McAllister, has made a difference in the lives of more than 15,000 students as a teacher—and as a philanthropist.

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Oh, What Fun to Be a Kid!

pool-thumbSummer was a happy time at Junior Blind thanks to the support of friends like you. We're pleased to share snapshots from several of our kids' activities!

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Junior Blind’s Legacy Society Rosemary Garden

rosemary_thumbFor many years, Junior Blind’s Legacy Society has honored those donors who support Junior Blind by making a planned gift. Gifts from these generous individuals are critical to our ability to help thousands of blind, visually impaired and multi-disabled children each year.

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The Charitable Gift Annuity: Give a Gift and Get a Return

BHarrisIf you have ever considered setting up a Charitable Gift Annuity (CGA), now is a great time to do it as rates recently went up! CGAs are a great way to create a lasting legacy with Junior Blind and receive a fixed lifetime income.

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The Charitable IRA Rollover: An Inspired Giving Opportunity for 2011

PG-thumbThe Charitable Individual Retirement Account (IRA) Rollover has become a popular philanthropic vehicle in recent years because of its many benefits to donors and charities alike.

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Sharing Our Vision

miki-jordan_new-thmSince 1953, Junior Blind has helped infants, children and youth who are blind, visually impaired or multi-disabled achieve their highest levels of independence.

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