The Jackson Society is the most visible and distinguished donor recognition program offered by The Jackson Laboratory.  Designed to recognize our most generous supporters, the Jackson Society provides benefits and recognition to active donors whose cumulative giving is at least $10,000.  Donors within the Society are recognized at various levels with corresponding benefits.  Each member of the Jackson Society will receive a lapel pin, designed according to his or her giving level. 

Jackson Society levels Diamond Circle ($1,000,000+) Platinum Circle ($500,000 - $999,999) Gold Circle ($100,000 - $499,999) Silver Circle ($50,000 - $99,999) Bronze Circle ($10,000 - $49,999)

History behind the Jackson Society name 

The Jackson Society is named for the Jackson family, the members of which were key benefactors who made possible The Jackson Laboratory’s beginnings in 1929.  Early support for the Laboratory came from Detroit industrialists such as Edsel Ford and Roscoe B. Jackson, president of the Hudson Motorcar Company, with land donated by family friend George B. Dorr.  Shortly after Laboratory founder C.C. Little secured commitment from these three men, Jackson passed away unexpectedly while on a trip to Europe.  His wife and brother-in-law upheld Jackson’s wishes, however, and the group agreed to name the new institution in his memory.