SipsforSight
Benefiting
Mississippi Industries for the Blind Foundation
Creating Opportunity.
Inspiring Independence.
Empowering Lives.
Monday
November 2, 2026 · 5:30 – 7:30 PM
Iron Horse Grill, Jackson
An evening of exceptional wine and meaningful connections
Two hours at Iron Horse Grill with people who believe Mississippians who are blind or visually impaired deserve real work, real training, and real independence.
- Wine
- Live music
- Heavy hors d’oeuvres
Eighty-four years of putting people to work
Since 1942, the Mississippi Industries for the Blind has created opportunity for Mississippians who are blind or visually impaired through employment, training, and independence. Today MIB is the largest employer of blind and visually impaired Mississippians in the state.
- 1942
The year the Mississippi Legislature established MIB. It has been putting people to work ever since.
- 2nd
Mississippi’s national rank for prevalence of vision loss — one of the highest rates in the country.
- 50%+
Share of blind and visually impaired adults in the United States who are not employed.
- 100%
Portion of your purchase that reaches the Foundation. Zeffy charges the Foundation nothing.
Sponsor the evening
Sponsorships fund the training, adaptive technology, and workplace support that turn a job opening into a career. Every level includes recognition on event signage, in the event program, on MIB social media, and preferred seating.
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Independence Champion
$10,000
Creates lasting opportunities that empower Mississippians who are blind or visually impaired.
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Opportunity Maker
$5,000
Opens doors to meaningful employment, adaptive resources, and greater independence.
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Access Builder
$2,500
Supports training, adaptive technology, and career development.
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Community Builder
$1,000
Expands access to workplace resources that foster independence and success.
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Friend of MIB
$500
Provides adaptive tools and workplace support that empower employees with vision loss.
Every sponsorship includes recognition on event signage, placement in the event program, acknowledgement on MIB social media, and preferred seating for the evening.
Join us for the evening
$50Per person
Can’t make it on the 2nd? The same page accepts a donation of any amount.
Event details
- Date
- Monday, November 2, 2026
- Time
- 5:30 – 7:30 PM
- Venue
- Iron Horse Grill
320 W. Pearl Street
Jackson, MS 39203 - Directions
- Open in Google Maps
- Questions
- 601-984-3219