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."

 

WHEN OUT SERVING ON A PROJECT -- IT COULD BE A GREAT TIME TO RECRUIT A NEW MEMBER

November 22, 2023  /  Leah Malcolm

HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

 

     First of all, let me wish you all heartfelt holiday greetings to you and your families! The stress only builds this time of year … manage it your way, and enjoy the memories that can and will be made this holiday season.  Renew old traditions, continue family traditions, or try something that could become a new tradition for years to come!

 

     Many of our clubs have community service projects that help folks in so many different ways during the holidays. Kudos to all of you for working on a project that benefits those less fortunate in our communities. This is where ‘We Serve’ really becomes obvious to our communities and is a great time to recruit a new member. Many people offer to help with this type of community project - non-Lions a plenty to tap on the shoulder and invite to a meeting.

 

     As mentioned in my article last month, the 36G Club Membership challenge is on!  The two clubs that recruit the most members by 1) percentage gained and 2) total individuals will win a free registration fee to the district convention!  Again, I remind you to look ahead and plan now to attend the 36G Convention which will be held in Sisters Oregon. Registration information will be out soon. Reserve April 5th and 6th, 2024 on your calendars now for a memorable weekend!  We encourage families to come join in the fun. Teaser … the first 30 people to register will win something for their ‘soles’!

 

I wish you all A Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

 

‘Be Instrumental In Service’

Lion Pete Runnels

District Governor MD36-G

“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