Illumination Circle
The Illumination Circle represents an exclusive, essential group of supporters who share a vision for VIPS. Each commitment provides inspiration and financial leverage to accelerate advances toward greater learning experiences and opportunities for the children and families we serve. Thank you for considering the Illumination Circle and for supporting Kentucky and Indiana's youngest children with blindness or low vision.
The table below outlines the giving society levels for the calendar year. Membership is renewed on an annual basis.
VIPS Friend
- Regular updates to keep you informed about the VIPS happenings and recognition in digital media outlets.
VIPS Partner
- Regular updates to keep you informed about the VIPS happenings, recognition in digital media outlets plus an invitation to exclusive special events.
VIPS Ambassador
- Regular updates to keep you informed about the VIPS happenings, recognition in digital media outlets, an invitation to exclusive special events, and members' names are recognized in a VISability quarterly magazine annually.
VIPS Champion
- Regular updates to keep you informed about the VIPS happenings, recognition in digital media outlets, an invitation to exclusive special events, members' names are recognized in a VISability quarterly magazine annually, and opportunities to meet with Executive Director and Leadership Team.
VIPS Sustainer
- Regular updates to keep you informed about the VIPS happenings, recognition on the website, and invitations to exclusive events.
1985 Society
The 1985 Society at VIPS includes those donors with cumulative gifts totaling $19,850 or more. With such generosity, these donors have been instrumental in providing outstanding learning opportunities to children who are blind or visually impaired, and for that, we are very grateful. Members of this prestigious society will be honored with a 1985 Society pin, be invited to exclusive special events, and be recognized in a VISability quarterly magazine annually.
*Kindly note that while membership lists are refreshed at the start of each calendar year, records predating 1998 might not be fully comprehensive. Please do not hesitate to reach out to us should you require any further clarification.
Need more information?
Contact the Development Office for more information! Complete the form below or call (502) 498-2930.
VIPS Visionary Society
When you make a planned gift to VIPS, you will be recognized in the VIPS Visionary Society. It honors individuals who seek to advance the mission of VIPS by investing in its future through a documented planned or deferred gift arrangement. Please let us know if you have included VIPS in your estate plans. Doing so will ensure that we understand your wishes and can use your gift exactly as you intend. It also allows us to make note of your gift as we plan for the future - and finally, and most importantly, it allows us to thank you, and show our appreciation for your generosity. Benefits include annual recognition of new members at the VIPS Beacon Award Celebration, opportunities to be a donor spotlight story, and invitations to exclusive events.
*Membership lists are updated at the beginning of the calendar year annually.
Become a Monthly Donor
Your gift through VIPS recurring gift program is a win-win. It’s an easy, convenient, and safe way to support VIPS. When you join us as a VIPS Sustainer, your gift will automatically transfer from your checking account or be billed to your credit card. As a VIPS Sustainer, you will receive regular updates to keep you informed about the VIPS happenings and invitations to exclusive special events. Become a monthly donor today!
*Membership lists are updated at the beginning of the calendar year annually.