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Empowering blind and visually impaired Missourians through advocacy, resources, and community since 1956. Join MCB today and access programs, scholarships, adaptive technology grants, and support statewide.

The official Bylaws and Standing Rules of the Missouri Council of the Blind, . Full searchable document with accessible navigation.

Reach MCB by phone, email, or mail. Call (314) 832-7172 or access audio content and announcements 24/7 on the MCB Information Line at (773) 572-6387.

The Missouri Council of the Blind has advocated for blind Missourians since 1956. Learn about MCB's mission, history, ACB affiliation, and 70 years of advancing independence and equality in Missouri.

Learn about the Missouri Council of the Blind — our mission, 70-year history, board of directors, local affiliates, committees, bylaws, and how to contact us.

moblind.org is committed to WCAG 2.2 Level AA/AAA accessibility. Learn about our accessibility features, known limitations, and how to request accommodations.

Find an MCB affiliate chapter near you. The Missouri Council of the Blind has local blind support groups in St. Louis, Kansas City, Springfield, and communities across Missouri.

The 4-Rivers Council of the Blind serves the blind and visually impaired residents and their families and friends of Franklin and surrounding counties.

Meet the elected Board of Directors of the Missouri Council of the Blind. Connect with MCB leadership including the President, Vice President, Treasurer, and affiliate representatives.

Connect with MCB committee chairs overseeing scholarships, adaptive technology, advocacy, membership, and more. The Missouri Council of the Blind runs 25+ active committees.

MCB is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit committed to financial transparency. Learn about MCB's annual report, IRS Form 990, financial oversight, and how to request documents.

MCB is committed to non-discrimination in all programs, services, and activities. We serve all blind and visually impaired Missourians regardless of race, age, gender, disability type, or background.

MCB's privacy policy covers how we collect, use, and protect personal information on moblind.org. We are committed to protecting your privacy and data security.

Join MCB today and connect with thousands of blind and visually impaired Missourians. Access adaptive technology grants, scholarships, summer camp, and statewide peer support. Apply online or by phone.

Join the Missouri Council of the Blind and unlock exclusive member benefits — scholarships, adaptive technology grants, health benefits, white cane program, and more. Join online today.

Discover the full range of Missouri Council of the Blind member benefits — from grants, scholarships, and health benefits to advocacy support and community connection.

Answers to frequently asked questions about MCB membership — who can join, how much it costs, what benefits you get, how to join an affiliate, and how to renew.

Apply online for MCB grants, scholarships, camp, convention, membership, and program services. Online applications are available for most programs — no waiting required.

Apply for an MCB matching grant to attend the American Council of the Blind national convention. Active MCB members may apply before the June 1 deadline.

Apply for an MCB Adaptive Technology matching grant. MCB members receive up to 50% (max $3,000 over 5 years); non-members receive 25%. Grants cover screen readers, magnification software, braille displays, and more.

Honor a loved one with an Angel Wall tribute donation to the Missouri Council of the Blind. When cumulative donations reach $100, the honoree's name appears on MCB's digital tribute wall.

Apply for an MCB Educational Scholarship. MCB members may receive up to $2,000; non-members up to $1,000. Open to legally blind Missouri residents enrolled in or considering post-secondary education.

Apply for emergency gift card assistance from MCB's Disaster Relief Fund if you are blind or visually impaired and have been directly impacted by a declared disaster in Missouri.

Submit your MCB expense reimbursement request for mileage, transportation, meals, and other approved expenditures. Mileage reimbursed at $0.60 per mile. Maximum meal reimbursement $60/day.

Apply for the MCB First Timer Scholarship to attend your first MCB convention. Award covers three nights lodging, transportation, and meals for qualifying legally blind Missouri residents.

Apply for MCB Health Benefits Program financial assistance. MCB provides up to $45/week (max 10 weeks/$450/year) for legally blind Missourians and MCB members who experience illness or accident.

Join the Missouri Council of the Blind. Apply online for affiliate or member-at-large membership. Annual dues $20. All MCB members are automatically full members of the American Council of the Blind.

Apply for the MCB Special Services Program — emergency financial assistance for blind and visually impaired Missourians in crisis. MCB members covered up to 100%, non-members up to 50%.

Request a free white cane from the MCB White Cane Program. MCB provides one cane per year to qualifying blind Missourians. Members receive a graphite folding cane; non-members receive a fiberglass cane.

Register your child (ages 8–18) for MCB Youth Services events. Vision loss documentation required. The MCB Youth Services program serves legally blind and visually impaired youth across Missouri.

MCB Youth Services Grant Application — Medical Summary form. To be completed by an examining ophthalmologist or optometrist. Required as part of the Youth Services Grant application.

Renew your Missouri Council of the Blind membership online. Keep your member benefits active — grants, scholarships, health benefits, white cane program, and more.

Apply online for MCB's Adaptive Technology Grant Program. Matching grants help legally blind Missourians purchase screen readers, Braille displays, and magnifiers — members receive 50%, non-members 25%, up to $3,000.

MCB offers scholarships, adaptive technology grants, youth services, summer camp, white cane program, health benefits, and special services for blind and visually impaired Missourians.

Apply online for an MCB Educational Scholarship — up to $2,000 for legally blind Missouri residents of any age in post-secondary, technical, or certified training programs. Application window: January 1–May 1.

New to MCB? The First Timer Program covers lodging, meals, and transportation to your first MCB Annual Convention. Apply for this scholarship for new blind Missouri members.

MCB's Health Benefits Program pays $45/week (up to $450/year) to eligible blind and visually impaired Missourians who lose income due to illness or injury. Apply today.

MCB's Special Services Program provides emergency financial assistance to blind and visually impaired Missourians in crisis. Apply for a grant from the Missouri Council of the Blind.

Join MCB at Strong Tower Ranch in Wright City for the 2026 summer camp session, September 9-14, with meals, camping activities, and community for adults and children.

Apply online for MCB's free White Cane Program — submit your request at moblind.org in minutes. Free white canes for legally blind Missouri residents, plus O&M training resources.

Apply online for MCB's Youth Services Program — grants up to $225/year for adapted educational materials and event registration for legally blind Missouri children from birth through 12th grade.

MCB connects blind and visually impaired Missourians with transportation resources, program application forms, email lists, and statewide support services including RSB, ACB, NLS, and Hadley.

Understand the ADA's five titles, web accessibility requirements (WCAG 2.1 AA / DOJ 2024 rule), reasonable accommodations, and how to file a complaint. MCB's ADA guide for blind and visually impaired Missourians.

Federal and Missouri laws protect the rights of blind and visually impaired people in employment, housing, travel, education, and public life. MCB explains your rights and how to enforce them.

Find transportation options for blind and visually impaired Missourians — paratransit, rideshare, local transit by region, and how to file an FTA complaint. MCB's statewide directory.

Stay connected with the latest from the Missouri Council of the Blind — events, the Missouri Chronicle, podcasts, advocacy updates, community calls, and statewide resources.

2026 American Council of the Blind Conference and Convention information for St. Louis, including registration, hotel, travel, schedule, and contact details.

Read current and past issues of The Missouri Chronicle — MCB's quarterly newsletter covering blind advocacy, member stories, and community news in Missouri since 1960.

MCB Community Connect: Join our weekly Friday meeting at 2 PM CT. Connect by phone, app, or computer. Plus a podcast series on blindness, technology, legislation, and peer support.

Join MCB at the 2026 Annual State Convention, October 15–18 at the Crowne Plaza St. Louis Airport. Celebrating MCB's 70th anniversary — workshops, advocacy, awards, and community.

Each February, MCB members travel to Jefferson City to advocate for blind Missourians at the state capitol. Join MCB Legislation Day — make your voice heard.

Listen to The People's Perspective, MCB's podcast featuring conversations with blind and visually impaired Missourians. Stream on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and the MCB Info Line.

MCB celebrates White Cane Day every October 15. Learn about white cane rights in Missouri, the history of the observance, and how to join the celebration.

Your donation to the Missouri Council of the Blind funds scholarships, adaptive technology grants, and advocacy for blind Missourians. Give today — all donations are tax-deductible.

Honor or memorialize a loved one through MCB's Angel Wall program. Cumulative tribute donations of $100 or more earn a permanent place on MCB's digital tribute wall.

Create a lasting legacy for blind Missourians. Learn about bequests, beneficiary designations, donor-advised funds, QCDs, stock gifts, and more ways to include MCB in your estate plan.

Your support makes MCB's life-changing programs possible for blind and visually impaired Missourians. Donate, join as a member, apply for programs, or connect with our community.

MCB runs seasonal 50/50 raffles and year-round fundraisers to support programs for blind Missourians. Learn how to enter, how the drawing works, and how your local affiliate can get involved.

Join MCB's free email lists on Groups.io — MCB-Chat for casual discussion and MCB-List for blindness news and announcements. Open to all Missourians interested in blindness issues.

MCB's corporate sponsors make our mission possible. Meet Alpha Pointe, Lighthouse for the Blind, Mind's Eye, Spectrum, and Vanda Pharmaceuticals — proud partners supporting the blind community in Missouri.