Whereas, the membership of the National Federation of the Blind has a major responsibility for financing our organization at both state and national levels; and
Whereas, the membership of the National Federation of the Blind of Maryland could do more to support the National Treasury beyond our participation the PAC plan and the Associates program; and
Whereas, the treasury of the National Federation of the blind of Maryland continues to be inadequately financed, such an inadequacy being detrimental to the operation of our state organization and limiting the scope of our activities; and
Whereas, statewide fundraising can be more effective and profitable than that carried out by local chapters; and
Whereas, effective fundraising results in effective public education: Now, therefore,
Be it resolved that this organization aggressively engage in statewide fundraising activities; and
Be it further resolved that proceeds from these activities be used to support the National Treasury to the maximum extent possible.