WHAT IS THE LIONS CLUB ?
The Lions Club, formally known as Lions Clubs International, is a global non-profit service organization founded in 1917 by Melvin Jones and headquartered in Oak Brook, Illinois.
With over 1.4 million members and 46,000 clubs worldwide, the organization focuses on humanitarian service in areas like fighting blindness, feeding the hungry, aiding seniors and the disabled, and caring for the environment.
Their motto, "We Serve," reflects their commitment to improving health, strengthening communities, and supporting those in need through local and international projects.
What They Do
- Service Focus: Lions are best known for their efforts to combat blindness through vision screenings and providing eyeglasses and hearing aids.
- Community Support: They also serve their local communities by feeding the hungry, aiding the elderly and disabled, and supporting environmental projects.
- Youth Programs: Lions run initiatives like the Leo Program, which offers youth opportunities for personal development through volunteering.
- Disaster Relief: The organization also provides support and aid to communities affected by natural disasters.
Their Structure
- Local Clubs: Lions are organized into local clubs that carry out community-based service projects.
- Global Network: They are part of a worldwide network of volunteers working together to make a difference.
- Non-Political & Non-Religious: Lions Clubs International is a secular organization that does not involve partisan politics or sectarian religion in its activities.
