Lions Clubs of Multiple District 36, Oregon and Northern California

We Serve

Eugene, OR USA

541-484-0452

Lions of Oregon & Northern California are a part of an international network of 1.4 million men and women in 200 countries and geographic areas who work together to answer the needs that challenge communities around the world. Lions are best known for working to end preventable blindness, the giving of eyeglasses and hearing aids for the needy and local service projects.

 

Mission Statement of Lions Clubs International:

 

"To create and foster a spirit of understanding among all people for humanitarian needs by providing voluntary services through community involvement and international cooperation."

 

We Must Demonstrate Our Commitment To Providing Meaningful Services

November 06, 2023  /  Guest User

     Frequently, I hear concerns about clubs losing members or becoming inactive in their pursuits.  Why would anyone want to be part of a club that isn't actively contributing?  As Lions, we champion five global causes, each with a range of projects that clubs, regardless of size, can engage in.  We have the flexibility to select projects and organize fundraisers that align with our capacities and resources.  Lions Clubs International equips us with innovative suggestions and resources to think beyond conventional approaches.

     Do we, as Lions, aspire to leave a lasting impact on our communities?  To attract the younger generation, we must demonstrate our commitment to providing meaningful services.  It's imperative that we promote and publicize what we do, showcasing the remarkable contributions of Lions.  Surprisingly, many clubs are not sharing (and reporting) their accomplishments with fellow Lions or with Lions Clubs International.  The broader community remains unaware of our efforts.

     It's time we stand up and declare, "We are Lions, We Serve, and We will Change the world."  The transformation may not happen in one monumental stride, but through a series of small, significant steps.  Consider when we conduct vision screenings; by identifying one child with vision issues, we alter their world, unlocking new possibilities. In doing so, we've already changed the world.

     Let's collectively commit to expanding our clubs and welcoming new members.  This will ensure that we carry forward our legacy of service to our communities.  Together, we can change the world.

Warm regards,

Steve Brewster, District Governor, MD36-E

“Will you not help me hasten the day when there shall be no preventable blindness; no little deaf, blind child untaught; no blind man or woman unaided? I appeal to you Lions, you who have your sight, your hearing, you who are strong and brave and kind. Will you not constitute yourselves Knights of the Blind in this crusade against darkness?”
— Helen Keller's Speech at 1925 International Convention Cedar Point, Ohio, USA June 30, 1925