NFB of Hawaii

08/18/2026

📢 Ho‘opono is Hiring!

Ho‘opono Services for the Blind is recruiting Rehabilitation Teachers for the Blind for its New Visions Program on O‘ahu, including instructors in Braille and Personal & Home Management.

Apply here:

🔹 Rehabilitation Teacher for the Blind II
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/hawaii/jobs/5438100/rehabilitation-teacher-for-the-blind-ii-oahu-adjustment-section

🔹 Rehabilitation Teacher for the Blind III
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/hawaii/jobs/5438062/rehabilitation-teacher-for-the-blind-iii-oahu-adjustment-section

Please share with anyone who may be interested!

Recruitment Number DHS 26-06This position is with the State of Hawaii, Department of Human Services, Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, Services for the Blind Branch, Adjustment Section, located in Honolulu, Oahu.THIS JOB POSTING WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL 25 APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED. PLEASE APPL....

08/15/2026

‼️ EVENT UPDATE ‼️

Aloha, everyone. For the safety of our guests, volunteers, and sponsors, the Leeward Oʻahu Chapter's **Dance to Finance: Cultural Luau** — scheduled for this Sunday, August 16 — has been postponed due to the severe weather expected this weekend.

🌺 A new date will be announced soon. Watch this page for updates.

Mahalo nui to our volunteers, sponsors, donors, and everyone who helped bring this event together. Some things are simply out of our hands, and we're grateful for your patience and understanding.

Please stay safe throughout the storm. We can't wait to celebrate with you! 🌸

— Leeward Oʻahu Chapter, NFB of Hawaiʻi

08/11/2026

🔥🌿 Happy Birthday to Our August NFBH Members! 🎉

August brings us two elements—Fire & Earth! 🔥🌿

♌ Leo | July 23 – August 22 | FIRE 🔥
Bold, warm, creative, confident, and full of heart.

♍ Virgo | August 23 – September 22 | EARTH 🌿
Grounded, thoughtful, dependable, and always paying attention to the details.

Whether you’re bringing the 🔥 or keeping us grounded 🌿, we’re so happy to have you in the NFBH mix!

Curated by NFBH Digital Media team/ 

08/11/2026

APPLY TODAY!
Click link below for details 

The National Federation of the Blind of Hawaii (NFBH) is pleased to announce that applications for our annual scholarships are now being accepted for any blind or visually impaired individual attending or planning to attend a post-secondary institution. This may include undergraduate or graduate col...

08/07/2026

🌺Exciting News from Maui! 🌺

On August 5, 2026, the Valley Isle Maui NFB of Hawaii Chapter was officially formed!

👏 Congratulations to our new officers:

🌟 President: Joel Cho
🌟 Vice President: Frank Barboza
🌟 Secretary: Diana Drake
🌟 Treasurer: Susan Werner

💐 Board Members: Dorothy Toliver and Gunther Behnken

We are excited to welcome our new Maui chapter and look forward to seeing it grow, strengthen our blind community, and make a difference across the Valley Isle!

🎉Congratulations to everyone! 🎉



08/07/2026

🌺 NFBH Honolulu Chapter Meeting 🌺

📅 Tuesday, August 11, 2026
⏰ 5:00–7:00 PM
📍 Cathedral of St. Andrew – Von Holt Room
229 Queen Emma Square, Honolulu

🍽️ Setup & pupus begin around 4:30 PM. Bring something to share if you can!

👩‍🦯👨‍🦯 Members, friends, and newcomers are welcome!

🌴 Come join us for fellowship, chapter updates, and good conversation.

❤️🤍💙 See you Tuesday! Aloha! 🌺

08/05/2026

The Leeward Oahu Chapter of the National Federation of the Blind of Hawaii invites you to Dance to Finance: Cultural Luau!

Join us for an evening of food, live music, and community — and help fund the work happening right here on the Leeward side. All proceeds go directly to local programs, advocacy, and resources for blind and low-vision residents.

Event details
Date: Sunday, August 16, 2026
Time: 5:00–10:00 p.m. (doors open at 4:30 p.m.)
Location: Kapolei Recreation Center, Village 2 / Rec. 2
91-1050 Kamaahu Loop, Kapolei, HI 96707 (across from the pool)

What to expect:

- Food and snacks — bento boxes, baked goods, and local treats
- Live entertainment and music
- An information booth where you can learn about our chapter's mission, upcoming initiatives, and how to get involved

For entry fee, donations, or general questions, contact Gloria Tu'uao

Bring your family, bring your friends, and come dance with us.

07/31/2026

 

07/31/2026

🎉 REGISTRATION IS OPEN NOW! 🎉

Join us for the 2026 National Federation of the Blind of Hawaii State Convention! 🌺

📅 When: October 9–10, 2026

📍 Where: Elks Lodge
2933 Kalākaua Avenue
Honolulu, Hawaii

💲 Registration: $75 per person + $3 credit card processing fee

👕 👕 Special This Year! Order your official NFBH Event Shirt by the ordering deadline and skip the shipping costs—we’ve got those covered! 🎉 Your shirt will be waiting for you at the convention, and you can simply pay when you pick it up. Shirt purchases are not included with your convention registration. Be sure to order by the deadline listed in the registration information.

👇 Register today using the link below! We look forward to seeing you in October! 🌴

Register here: https://registration.hawaiinfb.org/ 

Our organization raises expectations and removes obstacles, because low expectations create barriers between people and their dreams.

07/17/2026



Have a fabulous fun Friday 😊