"With all of us working together, we are now poised to make even greater discoveries that positively impact people with disabilities
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- Elisabeth Dykens, Ph.D.
The Vanderbilt Kennedy Center accepts donations of any amount either online or with our printable mail-in form. Vanderbilt employees may also choose automatic payroll deductions.
Offering a tribute gift is a very special way to pay respects to or honor friends or family members. See options on the mail-in or online giving forms.
We will send an acknowledgement letter to you and to the honoree or his or her family to let them know of your generosity.
Through gifts and volunteer resources, Nicholas Hobbs Society members advance groundbreaking research in human development.
The Vanderbilt Kennedy Center hosts and participates in a number of fundraising events that you can participate in or help sponsor.
Each year, gift contributions from individuals and organizations help to fuel the Vanderbilt Kennedy Center's mission by allowing it to expand its research, training, clinical services, and more.
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Leadership Council
Vanderbilt Kennedy Center Leadership Council members serve as community champions on behalf of the Vanderbilt Kennedy Center. Council members ensure the Center's success by providing input regarding community needs and concerns.