The Golden Circle is committed to the CAUSE, CARE and CURE of multiple sclerosis. The Golden Circle is the donor program of the National MS Society's Central Virginia Chapter, recognizing annual gifts of $1,000+.
History
The Golden Circle was created in 1993 as the Southern California Chapter's elite annual gift campaign. Since that time, individuals, foundations and corporations have contributed millions of dollars to:
- accelerate the development of more effective MS treatments
- search for the cause and cure of the disease
- expand the Chapter's local programming for people with MS
As a member of The Golden Circle, you carry on a tradition from the Society's founder, Sylvia Lawry, who raised $100,000 in 1946 from friends and family members in her community to try to find an answer to the puzzle of this unpredictable disease.
Recognition Levels
The Golden Circle honors compassionate donors and leaders in the movement to end MS. It is the best way to make a difference in moving us closer to a world free of MS. We hope you will consider giving at one of our giving level.
| Circle of Distinction | $1,000,000+ |
| Angel |
$500,000 to |
| Benefactor | $250,000 to $499,999 |
| Patron | $50,000 to $249,999 |
| Sponsor | $10,000 to $49,999 |
| Friend | $5,000 to $9,999 |
| Leader | $2,500 to $4,999 |
| Member | $1,000 to $2,499 |
*Contributions of $1,000 or more will be acknowledged on the Chapter's Donor Wall, the Annual Report and Chapter Newsletters
Members of the Golden Circle
Golden Circle members lead by example, making a powerful statement and demonstrating their commitment to the:
- CAUSE
Restricing your gift to the Chapter's Greatest Need enables us to dedicate money where your local community needs it most. - CARE
Restricting your gift to Local Programs and Services helps to fund client programs that provide critical knowledge and improve the lives of those with MS to ensure independence and to optimize quality of life. - CURE
Restricting your gift to Research supports dedicated researchers who are seeking the cause, treatment and cure for MS.
The Golden Circle provides invaluable assistance for more than 2,500 people with MS and their 7,500 family members and friends in Richmond, Chesterfield, the Tri-City Area, the Fredericksburg Region, Hanover and the Northern Neck.
Your Commitment to Join the Movement
When you give to The Golden Circle, your gift directly supports the MS community. Please put your compassion to work by ensuring that your name appears among the distinguished Golden Circle individuals, organizations, businesses and civic leaders.
Contact Us
For more information on supporting The Golden Circle, please contact Sherri Ellis, Chapter President at (804) 591-3030 sherri.ellis@nmss.org.
Join The Golden Circle Today
Donate by Mail:
Make check payable to and send to
National MS Society
Central Virginia Chapter
2112 W. Laburnum Ave.
Suite 204
Richmond, VA 23227
Donate Online
More Information:
The National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Central Virginia Chapter is a 501(c)(3) organization so your donation is tax deductible as permitted by law.
Our Tax ID# is 54-0633474