When a child is diagnosed, everything changes
When a baby or young child is born blind or diagnosed with low vision, families are often overwhelmed. Yet these early months and years are when support matters most. The Visionary Donor Circle exists to ensure children and their families receive immediate, specialist support at the moment it is needed most.
Why early intervention matters
The first five years of life shape everything that follows. With the right support, children who are blind or have low vision can:
- Build confidence and independence
- Develop communication and mobility skills
- Thrive at school
- Grow up believing anything is possible
Without early intervention, these foundations can be delayed – sometimes permanently. Your generosity helps bridge the gap before other systems step in, ensuring no child is left waiting during the most important years of development.
Supporting children at every stage
The Visionary Donor Circle strengthens Vision Australia’s Children’s Services, helping children and young people build the skills and confidence they need to navigate life.
Members can support services across key stages of development:
Early Years
Building the foundations for learning, independence and family confidence.
Primary School Years
Supporting social development, independence and positive peer relationships.
High School Years and beyond
Preparing young people for leadership, further education and career pathways.
"We know our support will have lifelong benefits for the child and their family.”
More than a donation – a partnership
As a Visionary Donor Circle member, you're a part of a close-knit community united by the shared belief that vision loss should never limit a child’s future.
Members receive:
- Personalised updates on the children and families you are supporting
- Invitations to intimate briefings with Vision Australia leadership
- Opportunities to see early intervention services in action
- VIP access to select Vision Australia events, including Donor Circle celebrations and Carols by Candlelight rehearsal events
These experiences offer a deeper connection to the lives you are helping transform.
Your commitment
Membership begins at an annual contribution of $10,000.
Your investment ensures children born blind or diagnosed with low vision receive immediate, specialist support during the most formative years of their lives – even before government funding begins.
Beacon Member - $10,000+ per year
Luminary Member - $25,000+ per year
Visionary Member - $50,000+ per year
Because early support changes everything.
Join the Visionary Donor Circle
Become part of a close-knit community committed to giving every child the strongest possible start.
Contact:
Sara Bidois
Philanthropy Lead VIC, SA, TAS
Mobile: 0405 245 208
Email: sarabidois@visionaustralia.org
All donations over $2 are tax deductible.