Forty Years of Giving Back on Two Wheels | Burlington News

Burlington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 7, 2026 · 1m

Forty years of roaring engines and heartwarming tradition—the United Motorcyclists of Vermont celebrate their landmark 40th annual Toy Run, a six-mile charity ride from Berlin to the Statehouse raising funds for Shriners Hospitals for Children. Riders like Lorelei and Clarence Wheeler share how this yearly event has become a beloved community reunion, drawing families and longtime supporters who’ve turned a simple ride into a powerful force for kids’ health and healing. Every dollar raised flows directly into research and treatment—proof that when passion meets purpose, the impact can last…