2nd Annual Walk For Blind Independence

Hello Friends & Family, Lions Services hosted another successful Walk For Blind Independence
Charity Event. The Walk was held on Saturday, October 5, 2024, at the Eastway Regional
Recreation Center. The purpose of the event was to bring together individuals from the
Community who either experience low vision or have a loved one affected by vision loss and
raise awareness.

EVENT HIGHLIGHTS:
Thank you to everyone who came out to our 2nd Annual Walk For Blind Independence on
Saturday, October 5, 2024. It was a beautiful day, and we had a wonderful time with you! Over
200 participants joined to support the cause on beautiful, paved nature trails.

Gratitude to Supporters and Volunteers:
Together, we raised $26,825!! Thanks to the generous support of our Sponsors, donations,
fundraising efforts, registrations for the walk, and wonderful volunteers. These contributions
will directly support programs and services that make a meaningful difference in the lives of
individuals living with vision loss and raise awareness of the capabilities of individuals with
vision loss. Our wonderful volunteers from NOVANT People with Disabilities BRG and ALLY
Diverse Abilities & Veterans ERG Team

Top Four Fundraisers!
Fifteen dedicated individuals put in great effort to raise funds for the Walk for Blind
Independence—thank you! We’d like to recognize our top four fundraisers.
Joey Esquivel- Joeys Journey- $3,950.003.
Matthew Thompson- Matt’s Journey with Blindness – $3,470.00
Dana Draa’s Excellent Adventure- $1,625.00
Philip Murph’s Fundraiser Page- $1,375.00
We’d like to extend our thanks to Agatha Bisbikis, Development Director for her hard work in
planning the walk and our amazing Board Members for their support for the event! Thank you
to Shirt Lizard for the beautiful shirts!

THANK YOU to our amazing sponsors!

Walk For Blind Independence Photos!

Walk Day photos have been uploaded to our social media platforms.Thank you to our
photographer, Jim Dukes, for capturing all the wonderful moments from the event!