The Journey for Sight, a snowmobile fundraising event, originated in Birtle, Manitoba in 1983. This ride was initially a one sled-one rider collecting pledges for worthwhile causes. Today, snowmobile riders from Northern, Central, and Southern Manitoba, and most recently, from Northwest Ontario, will typically ride a minimum of 200 kilometers visiting various communities collecting pledges before a rendezvous in Brandon for the presentation of funds and guest speakers. To date, more than $2,000,000 has been raised.

Riders and crew graciously accept cash or cheques. Gifts of $20 or more will receive a charitable tax receipt. Expenses incurred for the Ride are paid by the participant or a sponsoring Lions Club.

Lions Foundation and Lions Eye Bank program sincerely appreciate the dedication and commitment demonstrated year in and year out by the organizers, riders, and crew, and sponsors of Journey For Sight. Funds raised directly support ongoing efforts with sight-related issues.

We must also acknowledge the significant efforts of the Birtle Lions Club for their generous support through proceeds of an annual raffle, and the dedicated Journey For Sight riders and crew from Morden and District Lions Club.

Journey for Sight is held every January.

Check out the Journey for Sight Facebook Page.

Donations to the Journey for Sight are tax-deductible.