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
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Due to a fire at 57 Willoughby Street in Brooklyn on July 28 and a manhole fire in front of the building on July 29, the HKSB Brooklyn office is currently closed, and our email system is not operating. We hope to reopen on Monday, August 2. For more information, please call 516-485-1234.
HKSB joins in celebrating the 20th anniversary of the ADA. Story and photos.
The Children’s Learning Center was treated to an outing at the circus! Story and photos.
Have a cup of coffee and benefit HKSB—here’s how!
20th Annual Golf Classic benefits Camp Helen Keller. Details and lots of photos.
Family and friends celebrate annual HKSB Preschool Graduation. Story and photos.
Cheryl A. Merritt-Giles is appointed HKSB Managing Director of Human Resources. Details.
Now you can purchase tickets securely online for the 34th Anniversary Sound & Light Gala. Details about the event and tickets.
HKSB’s 33rd Annual Wills Luncheon honors the finest in Brooklyn. Story and photos.
Volunteer Opportunities
Help Prevent Sight Loss in Children—Volunteers are needed to vision-screen preschool age children in the Kings County community. We will train and pay for your background check. Contact Ms. Ferguson, HKSB Preschool Vision Screening Services, at 718-522-2122, extension 221, or email info@helenkeller.org.
Volunteers are needed in our Hempstead Senior Center to assist with our active Center programming. We are open Monday through Friday, 10 am to 2 pm. Help is needed in the areas of transportation, crafts, games, exercise, meal service, and special trips. For further information, please call Janet Sarro at 516-485-1234, extension 240 or email jsarro@helenkeller.org.
