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."

 

Everyone Wants To Help

December 08, 2021  /  Guest User

     With the holidays upon us we certainly can become too busy.  I find that an occasional time out is necessary to check what is important to do next.  Sometimes a checklist is a good way to keep on track.  And sometimes simply to delegate is the answer.

     Everyone wants to help.  Forming small committees can be an answer to reaching some goals.  This of course is about Lions Clubs.  This time of year can tend to be stressful and give people that bah-humbug attitude.  So if more members pitch in and help your holiday projects can be enjoyable.  Please remember that the food banks need help, Christmas shopping needs doing, trees need set up, and parades need to be watched.  Find what you can do to help.

     Also I would like to say GOOD JOB Clubs who have been getting new members.  This is what we are striving for right now.  Set goals to reach for spring.  See who can gain 10 new members by then.  Not only gain them but plug them in to a project so they too can feel the joy of helping others.

     I did want to mention too that you should look into leadership.  Being a leader in Lions is rewarding and very satisfying.  There is all kinds of training (free) online for those who are interested.  Don’t be afraid to try.  So in closing, volunteer when you can, enjoy the holiday season and try leadership.

     Looking to the future.  DG Kathy Oliver

“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