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."

 

LET US PRIORITIZE THE SEARCH FOR OUR SUCCESSORS, ACTIVELY LISTEN TO THEM AND PROVIDE MENTORSHIP

July 22, 2023  /  Leah Malcolm

     I am eagerly anticipating the upcoming Lions year and the opportunity to connect with Lions in MD36E.  I am excited to learn from each of you about the successful strategies you employ to benefit both your club members and the community.  It has been rightly said that wherever a Lions club exists, friendships are formed.  As a former District Governor, my purpose here is not to dictate or prescribe methods.  Rather, I am here to support you in identifying and implementing the most effective path for your club.

     It is crucial for us to consider who will lead our clubs in the future.  Will our clubs cease to exist simply because there is no one willing to step up as a leader?  We must remember that we are all replaceable.  Although our successors may not execute tasks in the exact same way as we do, they can still accomplish them, perhaps even more effectively.  Our primary responsibility as Lion leaders should be to identify and mentor our replacements, ensuring that when the time comes, they are prepared and confident to assume leadership roles and successfully carry out their responsibilities.  This principle applies to every position within the Lion club, from committee chairpersons to district governors.

     This year, let us prioritize the search for our successors, actively listen to their ideas, and provide mentorship.  By doing so, we can elevate our clubs and district to reach its highest potential.

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