Aaron Cooper

The American Foundation for the Blind (AFB) is a national nonprofit that expands possibilities for people with vision loss. AFB's priorities include broadening access to technology; elevating the quality of information and tools for the professionals who serve people with vision loss; and promoting independent and healthy living for people with vision loss by providing them and their families with relevant and timely resources. AFB's work in these areas is supported by the strong presence the organization maintains in Washington, DC, ensuring the rights and interests of people with vision loss are represented in their nation's public policies. In addition to its New York City headquarters and Public Policy Center in Washington, DC, AFB maintains offices in Atlanta, Dallas, Huntington, WV, and San Francisco. AFB is also proud to house the Helen Keller Archives and honor the over forty years that Helen Keller worked tirelessly with AFB to expand possibilities for people with vision loss.

Smithsonian Institution operates museums and art galleries. It organizes exhibitions on art, music, television and film, science, and history. The firm also preserves and maintains cultural centers, national zoo, and research facilities. The company was founded on August 10, 1846 by James K. Polk and is headquartered in Washington, DC.

Cooper-Hewitt National Design Museum is located in the historic Carnegie Mansion on New York City's Museum Mile. As an integral part of the Smithsonian Institution, the museum is the steward of one of the world's most diverse and comprehensive design collections, with over 210,000 objects ranging from an ancient Egyptian faience cup to contemporary 3D-printed objects and digital code. The museum welcomes everyone to discover the importance of design and its power to change the world. Cooper-Hewitt knits digital into experiences to enhance ideas, extend reach beyond museum walls, and enable greater access, personalization, experimentation, and connection. The museum is fully accessible and offers dynamic exhibitions, education programs, a master's program, publications, and online resources to inspire, educate, and empower people through design.