Why do I need to buy AbilityOne (formerly known as JWOD)?
The AbilityOne Program, formerly the Javits-Wagner-ODay (JWOD) Program, creates employment and training opportunities for people who are blind or who have other severe disabilities. Federal purchasing of SKILCRAFT® and other products and services under the AbilityOne Program employs more than 48,000 Americans who are blind or have other severe disabilities across the nation. Through this employment, people who are blind or have other severe disabilities are able to serve their country by providing necessary products and services to the federal government and the armed services. The AbilityOne Program is a preferred supply source for Federal employees. The Program is administered by the Committee for Purchase From People Who Are Blind or Severely Disabled. Two national, independent organizations, National Industries for the Blind (NIB) and NISH help state and private nonprofit agencies participate in the AbilityOne Program. The AbilityOne Program collaborates with federal customers to s
