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Computers for the Blind (CFTB) is a non-profit 501(c)(3) 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 opportunities for greater personal freedom.

Order a Computer

Computers being worked on by volunteers

Our computers are available to any person with blindness or visual impairment living in the United States. Follow the link to get more information about the ordering process, and to start your order online. You can also check out our Pricing Guide to see the computer configurations that we ship.

Make a Donation

Computers donation by individual in car

Our organization uses equipment and monetary donations to provide computers. If your company has equipment that is being decommissioned or recycled, consider donating to us instead! We can also accept individual donations if they meet our requirements.

Our Organization

We receive donated computers and equipment, refurbish them with accessibility software, and ship them to individuals with visual impairments across the country.

How it Started

Robert (Bob) Langford

Bob Langford was blinded in an accident at age 16. Instead of quitting, he worked hard to achieve many things until he earned a Doctorate’s Degree in Vocational Rehabilitation. Later in life, Bob discovered how computers could overcome many obstacles and he wanted to share this gift with others.

What Others Are Saying

Improved life

Dictated message: I am delighted with my laptop from computers for the Blind. The importance of how computers for the blind enhances the lives of persons who are blind and people with low vision is unbelievable. Our lives are improved by the offer of technology from Freedom scientific. Through this partnership with Freedom Scientific individuals Continue Reading

Rob Morgan

You’ve Made a Real Difference for Me

Thank you to the people at Computers for the Blind for making this possible. I would have never been able to afford the hardware and software. Your grant is making a big difference and allowing much greater freedom for me to not be tethered to a desktop. Thanks again, you’ve made a real difference for Continue Reading

Elliot W