Article Archive08.12.2025Forged Under PressureThe badge had never felt heavier for New York Police Department (NYPD) Department of Investigation Lieutenant and Commander Winston Willabus than during the COVID-19 pandemic. Each shift bled into the next — 18, sometimes 20, hours on duty, with no reprieve in sight. But as a Marine Corps veteran, Winston…more...08.12.2025A Match Made In KindnessI first heard about Mac Ferguson’s need for a kidney donor at one of our regular Lexington Lions Club meetings. He stood at the front of the room, speaking so candidly about his journey. His strength. His determination. And yet, the urgency in his voice was impossible to ignore. I…more...08.12.2025Building a Zero-Hunger World: LCIF and World Food Program USA Partner to Provide School MealsFor millions of children around the world, a school meal is life changing inside the classroom and beyond. Going to school on an empty stomach decreases concentration and stifles academic performance, making it harder to prepare for a strong future. “If I go to school hungry, I just fall asleep…more...08.12.20252023-2024 Annual Report Dear Lions and Leos, I want to thank you all for giving me the amazing opportunity to serve as chairperson of Lions Clubs International Foundation (LCIF). Because of you, this past year was just awesome! I hope you will enjoy reading the 2023-2024 annual report, which highlights some of…more...07.08.2025Introducing Lions Quest to the Juvenile Justice SystemLions Quest social and emotional learning programs are built to support, encourage and honor the unique strengths and experiences of every student. Designed to create a sense of connection and belonging inside and out of the classroom, these programs ensure that everyone recognizes their value and contributions to society so…more...06.13.2025Offering Hope Through Daily Meals: Transport Vans in BudapestIn Budapest, Hungary, a long-established community kitchen is making an impact by providing nourishing, daily meals. As the need for food assistance continues to grow, especially since the arrival of Ukrainian refugees, the Dankó Street Communal Kitchen is a vital resource for children, families and elderly citizens. Founded in the…more...05.10.2025A Dream for GenerationsOver four decades ago, Saroj ji and Lalji Mehrotra were a young couple with bold dreams. They were drawn to philanthropy and a compelling vision for supporting young girls’ education in small communities in India. With Gandhiji's principles of education to guide them, they developed educational institutions and created the…more...05.06.2025Cúcuta Lions’ Community-Driven Recycling ProjectCúcuta, officially known as San José de Cúcuta, is a Colombian municipality located at the foot of the Eastern Ranges of the Colombian Andes. In Cúcuta, only 3.6% of solid waste is recycled with the other 96.4% ending up in landfills. If this continues, it is projected to cause the…more...03.04.2025Playscape: Wellington Regional Children’s Hospital’s Outdoor Therapeutic SpaceWellington Regional Children’s Hospital, established in 1912, is New Zealand’s first children’s hospital. This hospital treats children from newborn to 18 years old and is one of the five hospitals in the country that perform specialist pediatric surgery. Its surgical services go beyond Wellington, treating children from significant portions of…more...02.10.2025Celebrating the influential life of Jimmy CarterDuring my time as Lions Clubs International president, I had the distinct honor of working closely with former President Jimmy Carter. A Lion for over 60 years, he was an incredible servant leader whose dedication to helping others never ceased. Carter served as the 39th president of the United States…more...Previous12345…34Next