A PERSPECTIVE ON LIONS CLUBS
Internationally...
Lions Clubs International (LCI) was
founded in Chicago, Illinois, by businessman Melvin Jones, in June 1917. Since then, Lions have served the world’s population
through hard work and commitment to make a difference in the lives of
people everywhere.
With 1.4 million members
serving in more than 44,800 clubs in 188 countries and geographic areas,
LCI is the world’s largest service club organization.
Lions are recognized worldwide for their service to the blind and
visually impaired.
The Lions Clubs International
Foundation (LCIF) funded by members worldwide provides grants for a
variety of needs and causes.
LCI Headquarters is located at
300 W. 22nd Street, Oak Brook, IL 60523-8842, phone
630-571-5466. The web site
address is www.lionsclubs.org.
In
Wisconsin ...
Lions, Lioness and Leos (youth) of
Wisconsin number more than 23,000 members in 737 clubs.
The Lions State office is in
Stevens Point, WI. The
Wisconsin Lions Foundation is in nearby Rosholt, WI (a 440 acre
children’s camp, retreat and conference center, administrative
offices).
The Clubs are organized into
10 districts; districts are comprised of Zones, each representing 4-6
clubs. The District
Governors serve as members of the State’s governing Council.
The character of Lion organization is one of openness—any Lion
can attend any meeting.
Lake
Wisconsin Lions Club ...
Our club was chartered in
1985. We meet the first and third Thursday of each month
except for July and August, when we meet only the first Thursday of the
month. We meet at Bayview
Lodge at 7:00 pm. Feel free
to visit our meetings at any time.
Our motto is “We Serve”
and we continually seek other likeminded individuals to join our efforts
on behalf of our community. |