Donor’s Generosity Helps Others – During Her Lifetime and Beyond

| By Aly Bandali, CEO
Categories: Blog, Donors, Legacy donors, Other, Our Work
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Woman gives to sight-saving charity organization in memory of her late blind brother
A few years ago, we were sad to say goodbye to Margaret, an incredible donor whose kindness has lasted beyond her lifetime. Margaret started giving to Operation Eyesight back in 1964. In a letter, she told us why. “My beloved brother, older than I by 10 years, went blind and soon after died from diabetes… Continue Reading Donor’s Generosity Helps Others – During Her Lifetime and Beyond

How can you make your charitable gifts last a lifetime?

| By Brian Foster, Former Executive Director
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Gwen and John
What if you could support Operation Eyesight – and still guarantee yourself and your spouse an income for life? Our longtime donor Gwen is proud to tell you she did just that! After Gwen and her husband John sold their condo in 2009, she contacted Operation Eyesight to set up an annuity gift. Annuity gifts… Continue Reading How can you make your charitable gifts last a lifetime?

Seeds for a long-time donor planted 50 years ago

| By Lynne Dulaney, Former Director of Communications
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Carol Harris of New Brunswick made the news in 2013, when she married George Raynes. They first met in grade 1 in 1936. During a class production of Sleeping Beauty in grade 3, George, who wasn’t supposed to kiss Carol, “laid a big wet one on her.” The two stayed in touch and, after George’s… Continue Reading Seeds for a long-time donor planted 50 years ago

Making dreams come true: A Calgary nurse’s final gift

| By Lynne Dulaney, Former Director of Communications
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When Margaret Baxter passed away in Edmonton, AB in May 2015, she left a generous gift to Operation Eyesight. A longtime supporter, Margaret had dealt with eye problems all her life, so she appreciated the work our organization does to give people the gift of sight. Having been a nurse in Calgary for many years,… Continue Reading Making dreams come true: A Calgary nurse’s final gift

Chess club a champion for Operation Eyesight

| By Lynne Dulaney, Former Director of Communications
Categories: Donors
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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