VIE Party (Circle of Excellence

E V E N T S St. John’s Circle of Excellence 2020-'21

The Office of Institutional Advancement hosts an annual reception, the VIE (Very Important Eagles) Party to celebrate our Circle of Excellence donors. This year’s VIE Party took place on Tuesday, May 28, 2021 at the Palma Ceia Golf and Country Club.

An exclusive guest list recognized 78 distinguished Circle of Excellence members, whose total collective giving to the Eagles Fund exceeded $500,000 in the 2020-'21 school year. This group of philanthropic leaders included many St. John’s parents, grandparents, alumni, trustees, administrators, partners, and friends.

VIE guests enjoyed an evening of celebration with their peers, our Head of School, and members of our Board of Trustees and Administration. The Palma Ceia Golf and Country Club, one of South Tampa’s finest and tradition-rich venues, provided the perfect blend of indoor and outdoor space to mingle and connect safely with fellow Circle of Excellence members, who got to be the first to hear the positive impact their Eagles Fund giving had on the children.

“The outpouring of philanthropic support this school year has been monumental. It’s a resounding endorsement of our school’s mission to create a transformative educational experience for every child. We are extremely grateful to everyone who supported our Eagles Fund in the 2020-'21 school year, and honor our Circle of Excellence donors for your key role in our annual giving accomplishments,” said Hugh Jebson, Head of School.

Giving Societies

Giving Level / Donation

Platinum Eagle Circle $25,000 and above Golden Eagle Circle $10,000-$24,999 Head of School Circle $5,000-$9,999 Crimson Eagle Circle $2,500-$4,999

Donors with total annual giving to the Eagles Fund at $2,500 and above are recognized as honored members of the Circle of Excellence. Circle of Excellence donors are recognized in our community as Eagles Fund partners who inspire and encourage philanthropic leadership. Platinum Eagle Circle members were invited to join our Head of School for an intimate dinner at the conclusion of our campaign in honor of their visionary Eagles Fund giving of $25,000 and higher.