named programs · 2 · from sources
What they call their work
Braille Literacy and Tactile Learning Initiative
Uses the BrailleDoodle and specialized stencils to teach Braille, math, science, and art through multi-sensory, hands-on methods accessible to learners of all ages and skill levels.
BrailleDoodle Distribution
Provides free or low-cost BrailleDoodles—refreshable tactile tablets that enable Braille learning and tactile STEM and art creation—to blind and visually impaired individuals, especially children and students.
activities · 1 group
What they do
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Accessible Reading Materials Production and Distribution 3 activities
- Distribution of free BrailleDoodle devicesProvides free BrailleDoodle devices to increase access to braille, STEM, and art education for blind and disabled individuals. The BrailleDoodle is a two-sided tactile learning tablet that supports both structured braille learning and creative tactile drawing.
- Operation of public website for user information and servicesOperates a website that provides information and services to users of the BrailleDoodle device, supporting engagement with braille learning and tactile art creation.
- Provision of assistive technology for blind and disabled personsProduces and distributes assistive technology, specifically the BrailleDoodle tablet, designed to improve the lives of blind and disabled persons through accessible braille education and tactile creativity tools.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$53K
Contributions & grants$59K111%
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expenses
Total expenses$48K
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Salaries & benefits$18K
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balance sheet
Total assets$39K
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Net assets$15K
3 years on record · 2022–2024 · YoY revenue -50.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| DANIEL LUBINER | VICE CHAIR | 65 | $18K |
board members · 5
- BILL CHAPMAN — DIRECTOR
- EURYDICE MOMO — DIRECTOR
- JOHN R MCFARLANE — DIRECTOR
- KIRK ADAMS — DIRECTOR
- MATTHEW BULLIS — DIRECTOR
relationships · 10
Who they work with
- Access Information News Partner — Receives financial support from Access Information News, listed as a sponsor with logo and link.
- American Foundation for the Blind Partner — Collaborates with or is endorsed by the American Foundation for the Blind, as indicated by logo placement and alignment of mission.
- Chris & Beth Davidson Partner — Receives individual donor support from Chris & Beth Davidson at the gold medal sponsor level ($1,000+).
- Dr. Kirk Adams Partner — Receives financial support from Dr. Kirk Adams, listed as a platinum-level sponsor with logo and link.
- Elaine & Alvin Lubiner Partner — Receives individual donor support from Elaine & Alvin Lubiner at the platinum sponsor level ($5,000+).
- Protolabs Partner — Receives sponsorship support from Protolabs, as indicated by logo and link.
- Shopify Inc Government — Hosts the organization's online store and provides e-commerce platform services.
- Susan Merk Partner — Receives individual donor support from Susan Merk at the gold medal sponsor level ($1,000+).
- TPPF Network — Organization associated with the BrailleDoodle product and website content
- The Natan and Sara Blutinger Charitable Foundation Funder — Funded by The Natan and Sara Blutinger Charitable Foundation at the diamond sponsor level ($10,000+).
strategies · 5
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Collaborative Learning to Build Inclusive Ecosystemsmethodology: collaborative-learningBy designing tools that involve sighted peers, educators, and family members alongside blind and low-vision learners, the organization fosters inclusive learning environments, because shared engagement reduces stigma, increases social support, and improves learning outcomes through relational participation.
- Integrated Braille Literacy, STEM, and Art for Holistic Developmentmethodology: integrated-literacy-stem-artBy integrating Braille literacy with STEM and art, the organization advances individual potential and equality, because combining foundational literacy with technical and creative domains enables blind and low-vision learners to access diverse fields and develop well-rounded capabilities.
- Modular Stencil-Based Learning Expansionmethodology: modular stencil-based learning expansionBy designing interchangeable stencil covers that attach via notches, the organization expands the educational applications of its tools to include braille music, math, contractions, and multilingual braille, because modular design allows scalable, low-cost adaptation to advanced and diverse literacy needs.
- Multi-Sensory Learning for Inclusive Educationmethodology: multi-sensory-learningBy engaging multiple senses—touch, hearing, and high-contrast visual feedback—the organization supports diverse learning needs of blind and low-vision individuals, because multi-sensory input enhances cognitive processing, retention, and accessibility in braille literacy and STEM learning.
- Structured Repetition and Skill Refinement for Braille Masterymethodology: structured repetition and skill refinementBy using structured learning with dedicated practice cells, the organization reinforces braille letter recognition and formation, because repeated, guided practice builds muscle memory and cognitive fluency in tactile reading and writing.