Dear Lion,
Lions have long been committed to programs that serve our youth. They are truly tomorrow's leaders. But they need us! I would like to encourage all Lions to support our youth, particularly this next month, as we focus on service to youth.
I'd like to share with you one youth program that is near and dear to my heart - Lions Quest. I have seen its great impact worldwide, as well as in my home country. This is a program loved by youth, teachers and parents alike. Why is it so loved, you ask? Because it has real results, and it gives hope for the future.
Others know this, too. The Minister of Culture in Germany told me - after Lions Quest was implemented - that it is not enough to deliver facts only in schools. We must also deliver ways to live and values for life.
And, this message is spreading. The Minister from Bhutan who attended our Lions convention spoke to me about wanting Lions Quest in their schools. Leaders are realizing the value of Lions Quest. Three additional countries added the program last year - Bulgaria, Mauritius and th e Philippines - bringing the program to 60 countries now. Next month we will be meeting in Colombia with Latin American leaders about expansion throughout the region. But there are so many other countries and communities where this program could make a difference.
Lions, now is our chance to make a name for ourselves as leaders in youth service. I challenge you to join me in global extension of Lions Quest.
With my cordial regards,
Eberhard J. Wirfs
Chairperson LCIF |
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Sight and Youth Grants Approved
At the August 2010 SightFirst Advisory Committee meeting, 21 grants were approved for a total of US$2.68 million. The Lions Quest Advisory Committee approved 19 grants for a total of US$695,135. A full list of approved grants is online. |
Providing Relief Following Disasters
Lions and LCIF are committed to aiding communities affected by disasters, now and for years to come. LCIF is mobilizing US$120,000 for Pakistan flooding relief. A designated fund has been established for Lions wishing to support the relief efforts. Relief in Haiti also remains ongoing. Six hundred families are moving into new homes. This is the first of many reconstruction projects to receive support from LCIF thanks to the generosity of the international family of Lions. |
Lions-Measles Initiative Launched with Gates Foundation
LCIF is working with the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation to support efforts of the Measles Initiative for global elimination of measles, a leading cause of childhood blindness. Four African countries have been chosen for pilot Lions-Measles Initiative programs. LCIF and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation are contributing a combined US$700,000 to the initiative. View a video on this program. |
LCIF at Upcoming Forums
Learn more about Lions Clubs International Foundation at the Forums. LCIF will have a booth at the USA/Canada and Europa Forums, as well as seminars on LCIF and Lions Quest at all regional Forums. |
Lions Quest Announces Educator Award Winner
Angela Troppa has been named as the Lions Quest Educator Award winner. Troppa, a social worker at Fairview Elementary School in Springfield, Illinois, USA, was selected for her successful implementation of the Lions Quest program. The Educator Award was established to celebrate the contributions of educators across the U.S. toward positive youth development. |
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After the earthquake, my family of 8 was sleeping under sheets. We didn't have much money, no food and no water. It was very hard. And then the Lions arrived, and everything changed. We again had food and shelter. They helped us regain our hope.
Immacula Simeon, Haiti |
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