Lions Clubs International is the world's largest service club organization. We have more than 1.3 million members in more than 45,000 clubs worldwide.
Lions are everywhere. We're active men and women in more than 200 countries and geographic areas.
Lions have a dynamic history.Founded
in 1917, we are best known for fighting blindness it's part of our
history as well as our work today. But we also volunteer for many
different kinds of community projects including caring for the
environment, feeding the hungry and aiding seniors and the disabled.
Lions give sight. By
conducting vision screenings, equipping hospitals and clinics,
distributing medicine and raising awareness of eye disease, Lions work
toward their mission of providing vision for all. Lions have extended
their commitment to sight conservation through countless local efforts
and through their international SightFirst Program, which works to
eradicate blindness.
Lions serve youth.Our
community projects often support local children and schools through
scholarships, recreation and mentoring. Internationally, we offer many
programs, including the Peace Poster Contest, Youth Camps and Exchange
and Lions Quest.
Our Leo Program provides the youth of the world with
an opportunity for personal development through volunteering. There are
approximately 144,000 Leos and 5,700 Leo clubs in more than 140
countries worldwide.
Lions award grants.Since
1968, the Lions Clubs International Foundation has awarded more than
$660 million in grants to support Lions humanitarian projects around
the world. The Foundation was also ranked the number one
nongovernmental organization in a 2007 study by The Financial Times.
Together,
our Foundation and Lions are helping communities following natural
disasters by providing for immediate needs such as food, water,
clothing and medical supplies and aiding in long-term reconstruction.
Lions are active.Our motto is "We Serve." Lions are part of a global service network, doing whatever is necessary to help our local communities.
The Geronimo Lions Club is a member of the
Lions Clubs International.
