Events & Fundraising
At BALANCE for Blind Adults, our events bring people together to celebrate community, share stories, and support programs that serve adults who are blind or partially sighted.
Some events are led by BALANCE, while others are organized by community partners and supporters who share our commitment to accessibility and inclusion.
Throughout the year, several initiatives bring our community together to build connections and support our work. A few of these annual highlights are featured below.
Because of BALANCE
Because of BALANCE is our signature peer-to-peer fundraising campaign, made possible by the strength and generosity of the BALANCE community.
Each Fall, clients, volunteers, staff, and supporters share their personal “Because of BALANCE” stories, reflecting on what BALANCE means in their lives and celebrating the relationships, support, and sense of belonging that have grown within our community.
Through these stories, the campaign highlights how inclusion and accessibility help ensure adults who are blind or partially sighted can live life on their terms with independence, confidence, and dignity.
Explore the Because of BALANCE Stories that make the BALANCE community what it is.
EyeRide
BALANCE is proud to participate in EyeRide as one of the charities supported through this annual cycling event.
EyeRide is an annual one-day cycling event founded by para-athletes and sighted allies to raise funds for organizations supporting people living with vision loss. More than a fundraising event, EyeRide breaks down barriers, fosters inclusion, and builds meaningful connections between people with vision loss and the sighted community.
Each year, members of the BALANCE community take part as Team BALANCE, helping raise awareness and funds in support of our programs.
To join the BALANCE team or learn more about the event, visit eyeride.ca.
Astellas Low Vision Speaker Series
The Astellas Low Vision Speaker Series is a free three-part webinar series held each May during Vision Health Month.
The series brings together optometrists, low vision specialists, and other vision care practitioners to explore current trends in low vision research and share best practices in patient care.
By connecting professionals across the vision care field, the series helps strengthen knowledge and collaboration in support of people living with vision loss.
Read about the Low Vision Speaker Series.
Host Your Own Fundraiser or Event
Members of the BALANCE community sometimes organize their own events or fundraising initiatives in support of our work.
These grassroots efforts help raise awareness about vision loss while supporting programs and services for adults who are blind or partially sighted.
Interested in Getting Involved?
If you would like to learn more about BALANCE events, or about hosting a fundraiser or event of your own, please e-mail us at development@balancefba.org. We would be happy to connect.