What is the main purpose of the Lions Club?

Our Purpose To Create and foster a spirit of understanding among the peoples of the world. To Promote the principles of good government and good citizenship. To Take an active interest in the civic, cultural, social and moral welfare of the community.

Is the Lions Club Masonic?

Interestingly enough, Freemasons were founding members of both the Lions Club and the Rotary Club. Harris, who was not a Mason), and Melvin Jones, the founder of the Lions Club, was actually a Mason. But again – Lions and Rotary are NOT Masonic though they have a large number of Freemasons as their members.

Is Lions club a good organization?

Star Rating System This charity’s score is 86.18, earning it a 3-Star rating. Donors can “Give with Confidence” to this charity.

What is the difference between Rotary Club and Lions Club?

But as far as I’m concerned, both are charity clubs, the difference is that Rotary will ask you to donate your TIME, looking for donations at companies that may help Rotary projects, but Lions will ask you to donate something from your pocket.

Are Lions club dues tax deductible?

Generally, you can’t deduct the cost of membership in any club organized for business, pleasure, recreation, or other social purpose. Since Rotary(as well as Lions club) qualifies as a tax deductible charitable organization, its dues are reported as charitable cash donation.

Is Rotary Club a Masonic organization?

Rotary International and Lions Clubs International are not part of Freemasonry, but they do find their beginnings in Masonry.

Can a woman join the Lions Club?

Women are very welcome and encouraged to become Lions. We absolutely encourage women to join us in our community service work and particularly in leading and guiding our organisation as full members. If you would like to become a Lion, please visit our Join Lion page.

What is the Lions Club motto?

We Serve
The Lions motto is “We Serve”. Local Lions Club programs include sight conservation, hearing and speech conservation, diabetes awareness, youth outreach, international relations, environmental issues, and many other programs.

Is the Lions Club International a charitable organization?

The New Voices Initiative was created to amplify the stories of those working to support gender parity and diversity in our clubs and districts. Lions Clubs International (LCI) is a 501(c)(4) tax-exempt social welfare organization and is not eligible to accept or solicit charitable donations.

How does one become a member of the Lions Club?

Membership in the Lions Club is by “invitation only” as mandated by its constitution and by-laws. All member applicants need a sponsor who is an active member and of good standing in the club they intend to join. While sponsorship may be obtained by an applicant in order to become a legitimate member, sponsorship is no guarantee of membership.

How often do Lions Club International Meetings take place?

Attendance at meetings is encouraged on a monthly or fortnightly basis. Due to the hierarchical nature of Lions Clubs International, members have the opportunity to advance from a local club to an office at the zone, district, multiple district, and international levels.

Which is the highest award from Lions Clubs International?

The Medal of Merit (MM) is the highest award from Lions Clubs International to non-members for outstanding contributions to Lions Clubs International and its goals. The District Governor Award (DGA) is one of the highest awards from Lions Clubs International to its members having done exceptional services.