--- title: Dr. Kellye Knueppel Receives Global Golisano Health Leadership Award description: Dr. Kellye Knueppel has been honored with the 2025 Global Golisano Health Leadership Award, one of the highest recognitions in inclusive health from Special Olympics and the Golisano Foundation. image: https://www.thevisiontherapycenter.com/hubfs/GolisanoAward.Jan26.png --- - [Make an Appointment](https://www.thevisiontherapycenter.com/schedule-an-appointment) - [Make a Payment](https://www.thevisiontherapycenter.com/make-a-payment) - [Locations](https://www.thevisiontherapycenter.com/locations) - [262-784-9201](tel:2627849201) [![The Vision Therapy Center](https://www.thevisiontherapycenter.com/hs-fs/file-554902641-png/images/layout/logo-green.png?width=149&name=logo-green.png "The Vision Therapy Center")](https://91892.hs-sites.com/homepage) - [Home](https://www.thevisiontherapycenter.com/old) - [What is Vision Therapy](https://www.thevisiontherapycenter.com/what-is-vision-therapy) - [Symptoms](https://www.thevisiontherapycenter.com/what-is-vision-therapy/symptoms) - [Treatment](https://www.thevisiontherapycenter.com/what-is-vision-therapy/treatment) - [Functional Vision Exam](https://www.thevisiontherapycenter.com/what-is-vision-therapy/diagnosis-functional-vision-test) - [ADHD](https://www.thevisiontherapycenter.com/what-is-vision-therapy/adhd) - [Amblyopia (Lazy Eye)](https://www.thevisiontherapycenter.com/amblyopia-lazy-eye) - [Concussions](https://www.thevisiontherapycenter.com/vision-problems-after-concussions-concussion-symptoms-eyes) - [Convergence Insufficiency](https://www.thevisiontherapycenter.com/convergence-insufficiency-convergence-excess) - [Double Vision (Diplopia)](https://www.thevisiontherapycenter.com/double-vision-diplopia) - [Dyslexia](https://www.thevisiontherapycenter.com/what-is-vision-therapy/dyslexia) - [Strabismus (Crossed Eyes)](https://www.thevisiontherapycenter.com/strabismus-crossed-eyes) - [Costs](https://www.thevisiontherapycenter.com/costs-the-vision-therapy-center) - [Appointments and Billing](https://www.thevisiontherapycenter.com/what-is-vision-therapy/appointments-billing) - [About Us](https://www.thevisiontherapycenter.com/about-us) - [Success Stories](https://www.thevisiontherapycenter.com/category/success_stories) - [Resources](https://www.thevisiontherapycenter.com/resources) - [Presentations](https://www.thevisiontherapycenter.com/schedule-a-presentation-on-vision-therapy) - [Studies](https://www.thevisiontherapycenter.com/resources/clinical-studies) - [Parents](https://www.thevisiontherapycenter.com/parents) - [Teachers](https://www.thevisiontherapycenter.com/teachers) - [Optometrists](https://www.thevisiontherapycenter.com/optometrists) - [News - Media](https://www.thevisiontherapycenter.com/media-in-the-news) - [Links](https://www.thevisiontherapycenter.com/resources/links) - [Blog](https://www.thevisiontherapycenter.com/discovering-vision-therapy) - [Contact](https://www.thevisiontherapycenter.com/contact) - [Privacy](https://www.thevisiontherapycenter.com/data-usage-page) Discovering Vision Therapy Blog # Dr. Kellye Knueppel Receives Global Golisano Health Leadership Award - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ![Dr. Kellye Knueppel Receives Global Golisano Health Leadership Award](https://www.thevisiontherapycenter.com/hs-fs/hubfs/GolisanoAward.Jan26.png?width=2048&height=1365&name=GolisanoAward.Jan26.png) Our very own Dr. Kellye Knueppel has been honored with the 2025 Global Golisano Health Leadership Award, one of the highest recognitions in inclusive health from Special Olympics and the Golisano Foundation. The Global Golisano Health Leadership Awards celebrate individuals and organizations that advance equitable access to wellness, fitness, and care for people with intellectual disabilities. Presented during the Foundation’s 40th anniversary celebration, this year’s awards recognized only seven honorees worldwide. Besides being the founder and owner of The Vision Therapy Center, Dr. Knueppel is also the Clinical Director in Wisconsin for Special Olympics Lions Clubs International Foundation Opening Eyes® program. She was selected for her decades of service, innovation, and advocacy, especially in vision care for underserved populations.    A pioneer in the field of developmental optometry, she has provided critical expertise and leadership that have improved the lives of thousands of individuals who struggle with functional vision problems. As Clinical Director for Special Olympics Wisconsin’s Opening Eyes® program, Dr. Knueppel has overseen 9,381 vision screenings and delivered 8,088 pairs of eyeglasses to athletes across the state. She has also trained healthcare professionals and students throughout Wisconsin, as well as Clinical Directors and clinicians in other states and countries. Her impact extends globally: Dr. Knueppel has participated in nine Special Olympics World Games, serving as both a Global Faculty Advisor and North America Regional Clinical Advisor. Through her leadership, she has helped raise worldwide awareness of the “hidden disabilities” caused by functional vision problems and expanded access to vision care for those most in need. ![Dr. Knueppel pictured with other Global Golisano Health Leadership Award winners.](https://www.thevisiontherapycenter.com/hs-fs/hubfs/GolisanoAwardGroup.Jan26.png?width=2048&height=1365&name=GolisanoAwardGroup.Jan26.png)*Dr. Knueppel pictured with other Global Golisano Health Leadership Award winners.* “We are incredibly proud of Dr. Knueppel’s achievement,” said Kim Jelinske, Practice Director at The Vision Therapy Center. “Her dedication to inclusive vision care has changed countless lives and reflects the heart of our mission: To help every individual see, learn, and live to their fullest potential.” The award represents both a personal milestone and a celebration of the transformative power of optometric vision therapy. Dr. Knueppel’s lifelong commitment continues to inspire clinicians and families across Wisconsin and around the world. 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