A Little About Us
Computers for the Blind (CFTB) is a Non-Profit, volunteer organization devoted to providing computers to persons who are blind or visually impaired. It is our hope that each person who is visually impaired may experience the information age in a positive and productive manner. We believe technology opens new worlds and creates opportunity for greater personal freedom.
We refurbish donated computers and provide accessibility software for our clients. If you or someone you know is interested in getting a computer, go to the next section to get quick information.
Potential Recipients
If you are in need of a computer, or are working on someone's behalf to order one, here are some quick notes to get you started.
- Our computers are available for any visually impaired individual in the United States
- Please familiarize yourself with our Before Applying Page as well as What We Provide
- If you have any questions, please contact us
How We Do It
We receive computers as donations from many sources. Our volunteers clean, rebuild, upgrade and set up the computers with software designed to give accessibility options to those who need them. Afterwards, the computers are packaged and shipped all across the country. It wouldn't be possible without all those who donate time and equipment to the cause.
Our Beginnings
Bob Langford was blinded in an accident at age 16. Instead of quitting, he worked hard to achieve many things. He graduated from high school, then continued until he earned a Doctorate's Degree in Vocational Rehabilitation. Later in life, Bob received his first computer and discovered how computers could overcome many obstacles. He wanted to share this gift with others and started what would become Computers for the Blind.
Thoughts From Our Clients
This has been a life-changer for me!
The package arrived on Friday and everything seems to be in order. Please express my appreciation to all the staff and volunteers that make this program possible. It has been a life-changer for me and I am sure that there are many other blind individuals that have benefited from this program. Thank you very much!
Jerry
03-2017
Photos
Bob Langford with the 2017 Access Award
Computers for the Blind was awarded the Access Award from the American Foundation for the Blind for making computers accessible to persons who could not otherwise be able to get one.
The Refurbishing Center
The storage shelves and work corner at the Refurbishing Center in Richardson. We use the drill press to destroy hard drives that cannot be used. Also visible is our air compressor, where we work to clean the machines before we ship them out.
Bob Langford and Pete Guild
Bob and Pete catch up at our Refurbishing Center during the presentation of the 6000th computer.
Volunteers Working Hard on Computers
Mike, Larry, and others work hard to get the computers done. A lot goes into the computers before they are ready to be sent to the clients.
6000th Computer Presentation
Group of volunteers and Board members with Sharon, our 6000th recipient
