Thanks for visiting my Hungry Lion Bike Tour fundraising page. On September 26, 2026 I will be (riding my bicycle) in the Green Mountains of Vermont and Berkshires of Massachusetts. While doing something that I enjoy immensely, I will also be helping the Deerfield Valley Lions to serve their community in a significant way.
The primary purpose of this event is to fight hunger in southern Vermont. Every December the Lions team up with the local Rotary Club to provide grocery assistance for hundreds of people in the Deerfield Valley of Southern Vermont. In recent years HLBT has also generated enough funds to write generous checks to the local food bank as well.
I have a very personal connection to the Hungry Lion. Alan Stewart, a former Deerfield Lion and a second father to me, connected me to this amazing event years ago. He has since passed away, but I continue the tradition of riding in his honor.
Your contribution can make a difference and is fully tax deductible for you! Thanks so much for your support. I appreciate it and so do a large number of folks in Vermont!
Hungry Lion Bike Tour
A benefit ride for the Hunger Relief Program that is spearheaded by the Deerfield Valley Lions. There will be 35, 55 and 75 mile road biking tours and a 25 mile gravel grinder as well as walks of 2.2 or 5.5 miles. Participants are encouraged to solicit sponsorships and event gifts will be provided to all participants. Those who raise $300 or more are awarded a custom pro cycling garment. Raise $500 and earn a customized gift.
Visit www.hungrylionbiketour.com for details.
Check out the HLBT Video: https://vimeo.com/279066346.
Each year, our local LIONS CLUB works hard to raise funds for our neighbors in need by sponsoring The Hungry Lion Bike Tour , one of Southern Vermont’s premier cycling events, typically attracting hundreds of riders, friends and family members to our region. We are able to run this professional-caliber event thanks to dedicated volunteers AND the enthusiastic contributions from participants and their sponsors! Our 2026 Event will be held in person with a Virtual Option for those not able to attend in person. We also have an option for folks who would like to walk/hike!
How do Lions help our community?
- We feed hundreds of local families thru our Holiday Grocery Program
- We provide FREE vision testing to ALL local school children
- We help local families struggling with the impact of medical costs
- We provide education grants and scholarships to local students
- We provide eyeglass & vision care grants for lower-income neighbors
- We help sponsor an annual Diabetes Awareness fair and educational programs
- We participate in Green-Up, recycling and environmental awareness programs
- We build, paint, repair and clean up for nonprofit community organizations
- We partner with Rotary and other service clubs to help with important community projects