The students at Eagle Butte High School in Dunmore, AB sure have big hearts! The school’s chess club has donated over $2,300 to Operation Eyesight. Every Friday, the club sells pizza at lunch to raise money. They also sell pop and snacks throughout the year, with proceeds going to a variety of causes. The students… Continue reading Chess club a champion for Operation Eyesight
Tag: thank you
Merry Christmas to all!
On behalf of the staff, board members and volunteers at Operation Eyesight, I’d like to extend our heartfelt thanks to you for your support over the past year. Merry Christmas and warmest wishes for a safe and joyous holiday season! And for all those last-minute shoppers out there, the deadline to mail holiday cards may… Continue reading Merry Christmas to all!
Donor empathy drives generosity
At age 94, Mario Marasco knows the value of eye surgery. After two cataract surgeries and laser eye surgery helped maintain his eyesight, Mario recently received his doctor’s permission to keep driving his car for another two years. “When you have problems with your eyes and can get surgery, you count your blessings,” he says.… Continue reading Donor empathy drives generosity
Many hands make light work: Thank you volunteers!
It’s true, many hands make light work – and we’re incredibly grateful for the many volunteer hands in our Calgary office. We currently have 18 office volunteers who help us with various projects on a weekly basis. They do everything from folding tax receipts to producing videos, approaching each task with a fun, can-do attitude.… Continue reading Many hands make light work: Thank you volunteers!