AMERICAN COUNCIL OF THE BLIND
AMERICAN COUNCIL OF THE BLIND
Provides information and referral for the non-medical aspects of blindness including post-secondary scholarship assistance, support to consumer advocates, guide dog information, and some legal information on matters relating to blindness.

Publishes the ACB Braille Forum and facilitates the ACB E-Forum. The ACB Braille Forum is available in braille, large print, digital cartridge, podcasts, email, or downloaded. The ACB E-Forum is available via email, podcast, or can be downloaded from the website.
225 Reinekers Lane
Suite 660
Alexandria, VA 22314
Eligibility: People who are blind or visually impaired. For scholarships, student must be legally blind in both eyes.
Hours: National Hotline: Monday-Friday 11am-2pm
(800) 424-8666
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Phone/FAX Numbers
  • (202) 467-5081 Main phone
  • (800) 424-8666 National Hotline
  • (703) 465-5085 FAX
  • National Hotline (800) 424-8666
Email Address: [email protected]
INTAKE PROCEDURE: Call or visit website for more information. For scholarships visit website. Applications are available online beginning November 1 and are due February 1 of each year.
FEES: None
DOCUMENTS: Varies by service
AREA SERVED: Nationwide
TRAVEL/LOCATION INFORMATION: Metrorail (King Street Station blue and yellow lines), Metrobus, Alexandria DASH bus, Amtrak (Alexandria-Union Station)
Services:
  • Specialized Information and Referral * Blindness
  • Specialized Information and Referral * Partial Sightedness
  • Student Financial Aid * Blindness
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AMERICAN COUNCIL OF THE BLIND