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i3S Recognized by
the National Federation of the Blind
This 2026, i3S was honored to receive the Dr. Jacob Bolotin Award from the National Federation of the Blind. This prestigious award recognizes individuals and organizations whose work has made a lasting impact on the lives of blind people by advancing accessibility, inclusion, education, and opportunity.
About the Dr. Jacob Bolotin Award
The Dr. Jacob Bolotin Award is one of the National Federation of the Blind's highest honors. Named after Dr. Jacob W. Bolotin, the first physician born blind in the United States, the award celebrates those who break down barriers, challenge misconceptions about blindness, and create opportunities for blind individuals to live independently and achieve their goals.
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Congratulations to the Inspirational 3 Support Foundation (I3S)
"Congratulations to the Inspirational 3 Support Foundation (I3S) for receiving the 2026 Bolotin Award from the National Federation of the Blind.
I3S provides peer-to-peer support to blind and low vision individuals in the Greater Baltimore and Washington, DC area. For the past 12 years, the organization has offered health and wellness activities, game nights, family and community events, and educational programs that bring people together.
Founded by Joyce Brooks, Richard Pratt, and Lois Staves, I3S received this recognition at the National Federation of the Blind National Convention, where Joyce Brooks accepted the award on behalf of the organization.
Congratulations to the I3S Foundation on this prestigious award."
Ronza Othman
President, National Federation of the Blind of Maryland
Who We Are
i3s Foundation, Inc. is a nonprofit focused on improving the lives of people with disabilities, especially those with low vision or blindness.
"The Inspirational 3," has been recognized for its outstanding contributions:
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2015 Prince George's Community Outreach Award
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2019 Outreach Award from the National Federation of the Blind, DC Chapter
Purpose
Our organization aims to address the shortage of services, resources, and support for people with disabilities, especially those with low vision and blindness.
Vision Statement
Empowering lives with disabilities.
Mission Statement
Providing services, resources and support to improve the lives of persons with disabilities.
"Although the world is full of suffering, it is also full of the overcoming of it."
~ Helen Keller
Activities
Providing Information for the Blind
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Technology training
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Independent travel skills
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Community resource support
Audio Files
Inspirational Three Support (i3s): Empowering the Visually Impaired Community
Helpful Tips for the Sighted Community
Understanding how to interact with someone who is blind or visually impaired can help create more respectful, confident, and comfortable experiences for everyone. Here are a few helpful reminders:
Help us make a difference.
We need your support. These services are vitally needed. All donations should be made payable to the i3s Foundation, Inc.
Please mail your 100% tax deductible donation to the address or cash app listed below:
Joyce Brooks, Vice-President
4405 73rd Avenue
Hyattsville, Maryland 20784
(301) 529-8218
i3s.Foundation.Inc@gmail.com
Cash App: $i3sFoundation
Zelle: i3s.foundation.inc@gmail.com
We thank you in advance for your generous donation.
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Contact i3s Foundation, Inc.
Get in touch with i3s Foundation, Inc. to learn more about our work and how you can get involved.
Hyattsville, Maryland 20784
(301) 529-8218