For the Love of Ice Cream

April 27, 2022

When I was asked to do a review of GBU Life’s newest member benefit, VIP Perks! by Entertainment, no one had to "twist my arm." This project would involve scrolling through the pages and pages of restaurant coupons in my area to pick a place to dine, guilt-free. Being 26-weeks pregnant, my cravings took over my decision-making process: ice cream was (and always is) the clear answer.

Lucky for me, my favorite place to get ice cream in Pittsburgh, Scoops, had two different perks offered. Since my husband also shares a deep love for ice cream, we picked the BOGO (buy one, get one) deal on a two-scoop cone.

Once we got to Scoops, I simply logged into VIP Perks! on my cell phone, found the coupon and selected the Redeem option. The coupon populated at that point, and I showed the cashier whenever we got to the register.

The entire process could not have been any easier and saved us about $5. Since there are dozens of restaurants, attractions, activities, shopping, services in my area participating in this program, there is no shortage of coupons we can continue to use every time we go out.

Get exclusive perks

Enjoy local and national discounts on dining, entertainment and services. You can print coupons from home or simply redeem them from the mobile app!

Deep discounts, up to 50% and BOGO
National, regional and local discounts
Best-in-class offers, up to 50% off, on things you do daily
Save on dining, attractions, shopping, travel and more!

Save locally and when you travel. Offers from VIP Perks! by Entertainment are available in 10,000+ US and Canadian cities.

This new GBU Life member benefit is provided at no charge for both insured and social members, but you do need to opt-in and have an email address to receive access to the site.

Receive discounts from these retailers and more!

< Older Post

Newer Post >

Optimity: Life Insurance Awareness Month

August 31, 2026

September marks National Life Insurance Awareness month and GBU Life is partnering with Optimity to bring our members a financial wellness check-in.

Happy 100th Anniversaries District 684 & District 699

By Mary Koczan and Laqueeta Coleman • August 28, 2026

District 684 Brentwood, Pennsylvania and District 699 Frankenmuth, Michigan

District 821 Memorial: Marianne Krenzer

August 26, 2026

A Life Dedicated to Heritage, Fellowship, and Service

GBU Life Scholarship Awards: Where Are They Now?

August 24, 2026

The GBU Life Scholarship Awards support students in college, trade programs, non-college programs, and graduate school, helping them achieve their dreams, setting them on a career path and realizing life goals. Since its founding, the GBU Foundation has awarded 4,500 scholarships and educational grants totaling more than $3.2 million. In 2025, 215 members received $226,000 to support their two‑year, four‑year and graduate studies. Here’s a look at where the rubber meets the road — as we check in on past grantees to see how their scholarship awards have helped them stay on course, where they are now, and where they hope to be in the future.

The 2026 GBU Foundation Community Grant Awards

August 21, 2026

There are people who give, people who serve, and people whose lives are changed because of both. All were represented at the GBU Foundation Community Grant Awards event on April 9, 2026.

GBU Foundation: 63 Years of Making a Difference in Our Communities

August 19, 2026

The GBU Foundation, established by GBU Life in 1963 as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, empowers donors to turn generosity into meaningful community impact.

Birthday Bash: Continuing the Celebration

August 17, 2026

To celebrate our 134th anniversary, GBU Life launched the Birthday Bash initiative, calling upon the GBU Life community to honor our fraternal legacy through service. GBU Life invited members, producers, and community leaders to assemble and deliver shelf-stable cake kits for individuals and families who may otherwise go without a birthday celebration. What can seem like a simple act of service could be the spark of hope someone needed.