Helen Keller Services for the Blind helps people of all ages who are blind or visually impaired to develop independence and to participate actively and fully in their communities.
Learn more about HKSB, including our many services and programs for children and adults, and our upcoming workshops. Our FAQ page addresses questions about who qualifies for HKSB services and how to participate in our programs.
Download a copy of our most recent Annual Report (pdf document) and 990 Form (pdf document); read our privacy policy.
What’s New
February is Macular Degeneration and Low Vision Awareness Month. Learn more about macular degeneration and low vision.
It is with great sadness that HKSB reports the passing away of former President and Board Chairman Fred W. McPhilliamy on Tuesday, December 20, 2011. … read more
The Board of Trustees and Staff of Helen Keller Services for the Blind are truly saddened by the loss of a phenomenal individual – Matthew P. Sapolin, Commissioner of the Mayor’s Office for Disabilities. … read more
Here’s a new and easy way to benefit HKSB this holiday season! Go to our new “shop” page, click on the Amazon.com banner, and do all your shopping … 4 to 8% of the proceeds will go to Helen Keller Services for the Blind, to help blind and visually impaired individuals. Make a difference while you shop!
Our heartfelt thanks to the people who made the Double Up 4 Vision event on October 22 such a success! Story and photos.
CLC Visits Staten Island Children’s Museum in Snug Harbor—story and photos.
HKSB receives 4-star rating from Charity Navigator. Details.
HKSB Honors the Best of Long Island at Annual Gala. Story and photos.
Children at the HKSB Children’s Learning Center were visited by a special friend—Elmo from Sesame Street! Story and photos.
Friendship was the theme at this year’s HKSB Children’s Learning Center graduation; parents, teachers, and families celebrated the achievement of the 19 students—one of HKSB’s largest-ever Preschool graduating classes. Full story and photos.
Employment & Volunteer Opportunities
Our Employment and Volunteer Opportunities page lists a number of current open positions and volunteer opportunities.
Helen Keller Services for the Blind (HKSB) is committed to providing equal treatment to all employees and applicants for employment without unlawful discrimination as to race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or citizenship status in all employment decisions, including but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, compensation, training and apprenticeship, promotion, upgrading, demotion, downgrading, transfer, layoff and termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment.
Each member of management is responsible for creating an atmosphere free of discrimination and harassment, sexual or otherwise. Further, employees are responsible for respecting the rights of their co-workers.
