
TOP 10 REASONS WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN US
#1 SERVE THE COMMUNITY
Lions are committed to partnering with local leaders and organisations, identifying the unique needs of their communities and surrounding areas, and planning service projects that address those needs. From community clean–up projects to food drives to fundraisers, Lions help people in need who are close to home. We Serve!
#2 MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN THE WORLD
A small act like collecting recycled glasses may not seem like much at first, but when those glasses are distributed around the world through “Lions Recycle for Sight” missions that change lives, you’ll soon discover that Lions are making a big impact. Lions are everywhere: teaching children to read, responding to disaster, providing clean water and so much more.
#3 MAKE NEW FRIENDS
Joining a local Lions Club is a great way to network with other people in your community and make new friends. Find a special interest club that involves people with the same interests, hobbies and passions. Serving together can help build relationships that last a lifetime.
#4 ENJOY A REWARDING EXPERIENCE
There is no greater feeling than making a positive impact on someone’s life. Lions members are doing good: for others and for themselves.
#5 LEARN, GROW AND SHARE
Through volunteer work and community service, Lions are learning new things and developing leadership skills every day. Learn how to plan a food drive and feed the hungry. Learn about the risks of Type 2 Diabetes and share this knowledge with community members to help them lead healthier lifestyles. Lions making a difference throughout the world every day, one Lion at a time.
#6 GROW AS A FAMILY
Lions Clubs offer opportunities for families to volunteer together. Become a Lion with your spouse, children, grandchildren and siblings, and start spending quality time together while serving the community.
#7 DEVELOP YOUNG LEADERS
By engaging youth, Lions are helping develop strong leaders for the future. Projects like the Young Ambassador programme encourage young people to become leaders in their own communities and celebrate and support their community service.
#8 EXPAND YOUR HORIZONS THROUGH NETWORKING
Lions began in 1917 as a means for business owners to expand their professional and career
contacts. Today Lions membership continues to be a valuable method to network and link with people and groups that can benefit your work, social and personal lives, along with the lives of those in your community.
#9 SHARE YOUR TALENTS
Every person offers unique talents to any organisation. When we combine our efforts and work toward a common goal, the results are usually amazing. Lions’ work is like a gigantic puzzle. Until the last piece is found, the picture is never complete. Your unique piece to the puzzle is a vital part of our community service.
#10 CONTINUE A CLUB’S LEGACY
The work of Lions Clubs requires a continuation of effort by many people. Your support as a member will insure that the service contributed in your community and throughout the world can continue. You’ve heard it before, but the work of many hands doing little things brings great results.
