Solstice Circle: Founders of LIGHT

The Solstice Circle is the group of LIGHT’s founding members. These are the individuals who believe in the mission of LIGHT and the healing support that it can bring to those experiencing grief, despite the organization's young age.

The Solstice Circle is open to the first 1,221 donors who donate at least $1,221 to LIGHT. This donation does not need to be given in a lump sum. It can be split into monthly donations of $101.75 or another payment system.

Additionally, pledges are welcome. Feel free to contact us if you plan to donate $1,221 but are unsure if you can finish your donation before December 21, 2025.

There are no other requirements to join the Solstice Circle and become a founding member of LIGHT.

In addition to the genuine gratitude by LIGHT’s directors and volunteers, founding member gain access to the following benefits:

• You can opt to receive recognition for your donation through our website, newsletter, and social media. Of course, anonymous and unrecognized donations are also welcome.

• The majority of LIGHT programming uses a pay-what-you-can model. However, founding members received a 10% discount on all programming that uses a more traditional model such as trainings and summer camp sessions.

• You’ll have the opportunity to share your grief journey on LIGHT’s blog.

• When LIGHT merch becomes available, founding donors will receive a discount on all purchases.

• Additional benefits may be specified in the future.

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LIGHT Movement is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, and all donations are tax-exempt.

Absolutely. In fact, in-memory donations can be in honor of any type of grief. Often, these donations are meant to honor an individual who has passed, but LIGHT recognizes all types of grief including the loss of safety, independence, health, and career. You’re welcome to donate for any reason that you feel will help you with your grief journey or help someone else with theirs.

If you would like LIGHT to notify someone of a gift in their honor, please provide us with their contact information in the donation's comment field or by emailing us directly.

No. Once 1,221 people have donated to the Circle, the Circle will be full. This limitation allows us to form a greater connection with our founding members, as their support provides a pivotal role in furthering LIGHT’s mission so early in its history.

Of course! Please feel free to support LIGHT through monetary donations, in-kind donations, attending a class, or telling others about us.