The Mane Event Gives Back

Proceeds from our event benefit local nonprofits.

Beyond the Gravel

Being part of the community involves more than just organizing a unique and, dare we say, amazing event for both locals and visitors to enjoy. Such an event benefits the community by attracting tourism dollars, introducing attendees to local vendors, and showcasing Sheridan, Wyoming, in a positive light. However, we can do even more.

We believe that investing in local causes can be seen as a noble gesture, but its ethos should also be a part of our everyday lives. This belief motivates us to create a successful event so we can share that goodwill with others.

Our Beneficiaries

Sheridan Sundowners Lions Club

For 45 years, the Sheridan Sundowners Lions Club’s main fundraising event was a Thanksgiving Basketball Classic. COVID had other ideas and the local college canceled all sports except rodeo. We are thankful that they kept the rodeo in place, however, they had to pursue a new funding source.

With the funds from this event, the Club will be able to continue with its projects to benefit Sheridan and the residents of our community.

The Sheridan Sundowners Lions Club represents a merger of two Lions Clubs in Sheridan, Wyoming, and was chartered on May 26, 1921. In 1925, at the behest of Hellen Keller, Lions clubs became the ‘knights of the blind in the crusade against darkness,’ taking up the cause of supporting individuals with sight and hearing impairments in both local communities and abroad.

Impact

  • The most significant impact the Club has is through vision-related work. This includes purchasing exams and eyeglasses for those who cannot buy them. Also, the Club conducts free vision screening for young children in the area. These screenings have been done in Sheridan, Big Horn, Ranchester, Clearmont, Arvada, Kaycee, and on the Crow Indian Reservation in Montana at the schools Wyola and Lodge Grass.

  • The Sheridan Sundowners Club helps support a cabin at the Allen H. Stewart Lions Camp on Casper Mountain along with the Story and Big Horn Lion's Clubs.

  • Funds also go to Leader Dogs for the Blind and Lions Club International.