2011 Charity Program

The Algonac Pickerel Run and Lions Club provides this event as a way for runners and walkers to make their experience more meaningful by exercising for a cause. The impact of your participation is felt all over the world.

Founded by three Detroit area Lions Clubs members in 1939, Leader Dogs for the Blind provides dog guides to people who are blind and visually impaired to enhance their mobility, independence and quality of life. Each year, over 270 students attend the 26-day residential training program to be paired with a dog guide. This is a life-changing event that opens the doors to independence, safety and self-worth for many of our students.

Thanks to generous donations from our supporters, our dog guide services are provided free of charge, including room and board and travel to and from our campus in Rochester Hills, Michigan, for students living in North America.

Leader Dog is recognized as a “Best In America” Charity by the Independent Charities of America (ICA).

Frequently Asked Questions about Leader Dogs.