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.

NFBMD Policy on In Person Gatherings

This policy is applicable to all chapters, divisions, and the affiliate, as well as any activities, meetings, fundraisers, or in-person gatherings of an official nature.

Below is information about our 2023 Week in Annapolis. 

1.            WE are looking for volunteers to attend meetings with the Maryland General Assembly during our NFBMD Virtual Week In Annapolis. 

2.            We are also looking for volunteers to serve as Zoom hosts for those meetings. 

3.            We are sharing information about issue training meetings so participants can prepare to talk about our legislative priorities for the 2023 General Assembly. 

4.            We are explaining when each geographic area will have the bulk of its meetings.

5.            We are providing the Zoom information for the Issues Training meetings.

We are accepting dues for 2023. Individuals interested in paying chapter and division dues may do so in one of two ways: 1. Pay dues online; or 2. send a physical check to the chapter or division treasurer.

NFB of Maryland Basket and Bag Bingo will take place on March 10, 2023.  Tickets are now available!

The National Federation of the Blind of Maryland (NFBMD) is thrilled to administer the John T.  McCraw Scholarship Program for Academic Year 2023-2024.   The Program will award up to four individual scholarships of $4,000 each.  These scholarships will be given to qualified blind students who exhibit academic achievement, community involvement, and leadership.