PopularThe Flyin’ LionMost people fear falling. Lori Bennett paid for the privilege. Sitting in a small propeller plane at 14,000 feet, she watched — with the last sliver of her vision — as her friend vanished out the door. “Scariest thing I’ve ever seen,” she said. But there was no time for…more...The Science of ServiceYou know the feeling. You pull on your Lions gear, maybe still yawning from the night before or shaking off a long day at the office. But the moment you arrive at a service project, roll up your sleeves and start connecting with others, something shifts. The tiredness fades, your…more...Q&A with Lion Stephanie GraefAfter receiving several invitations, Stephanie Graef finally said yes to joining the Chassell Lions Club in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. At first, she simply wanted to get more involved in her community. What she didn’t expect was how naturally her work as an anti-human trafficking engagement specialist would connect with her…more...Born to Be KindI didn’t step into service one day — I was born into it. Some of my earliest memories are of standing beside my parents outside supermarkets, collecting food for families in need. My small hands held donation cans while their big hearts showed me what kindness looked like in action.…more...Driven to Serve“I was a broken man,” said Lion Bill Todd of Morro Bay, California. His wife of 33 years, Jami, was in the final months of a relentless fight with cancer. Grief and caregiving consumed every ounce of him. At his breaking point, Bill told his son and fellow Lion, Mike…more...Harvesting HopeAccording to the Rhode Island Community Food Bank, one in three households in the state experience food insecurity. Low-income families with children and people of color are at highest risk. As food insecurity levels rise higher than those seen during the height of the coronavirus pandemic, the need for consistent…more...The Heart of Service Beats OnArishya Aggarwal was concluding her talk at the 2023 Lions District 5M13 convention when a voice called from the back of the room: “Why aren’t you already a Lion?”. The young community leader laughed along with everyone else, but inside something shifted. “I stood there, holding the microphone and felt…more...Learning From the Hive: Inspiring Youth to Protect Bees and BiodiversityBees may be small, but they play a huge role in our everyday lives. They help produce one- third of the food we eat and support 90% of wild flowering plants, making them essential to life as we know it. Unfortunately, bees and other pollinators have been on the decline…more...Strengthening a Community One Meal at a TimeAhmedabad, in western India, is a vibrant and resilient city, but for many families living in vulnerable communities, hunger is a daily reality. Financial hardships and the rising cost of basic needs make it difficult to put nutritious food on the table, creating fear, stress and uncertainty. As the need…more...Lions Bring Renewed Vision to MalawiThe Zomba Lions Sight First Eye Hospital in Malawi is doing more than diagnosing and treating eye conditions — it’s transforming lives. Established in 2009 through Lions efforts, the eye hospital serves a population of more than 4 million people. In recent years, the facility has begun to show signs…more...New Computers for Students in GuatemalaIn today’s increasingly technology-centric society, computer literacy is essential for both personal and professional success. However, access to computers and digital learning tools is a major challenge in many areas of the world. The Cooperative Basic Education Institute (IEBC) in Mataquescuintla, Jalapa, Guatemala was facing a significant technology shortage. Their…more...The Intersection of Service and Inclusion: LCIF and Special Olympics celebrate 25 years of partnership.Our most impactful partnerships are born from the inherent belief that Lions can make a difference, and that the slogan, “Where there’s a need, there’s a Lion,” can be lived out repeatedly all over the world. Lions perceive community needs from a grassroots level that they believe can be successfully…more...Leos Lead Inclusive Sports Carnival with LCIF SupportIn Malaysia, youth with intellectual disabilities often face social exclusion and have limited opportunities to participate sporting activities. In addition, many families and caregivers have expressed concern about how rarely their children are given opportunities to build genuine connections with peers without disabilities. Leos across Multiple District 308 saw inclusive…more...Rooted In ServiceService is the foundation of Lions. It’s who we are and what we do. Our roots run deep — stretching far and wide to build lasting connections and strengthen our world. Every time we serve, our roots grow stronger and deeper. Where roots run deep The 200-foot stone wall that…more...Transforming Lives at Both Ends of the LeashWhen three wide-eyed puppies arrived at the Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) on a sunny spring day in Phoenix, 30 female inmates were eagerly waiting to meet them. “Everybody wants to get in on it,” said Lion Cris Gerard, treasurer of the Lions Project for Canine Companions (LPCC) and the driving…more...Crossing into FriendshipLion Mike Contreras of Whidbey Island, Washington, was about to cross a busy street when he noticed an elderly man in the crosswalk struggling to maneuver his wheelchair. The Oak Harbor Lion and former police officer quickly jumped in to help. “As I pushed his wheelchair across the street, he…more...Fastened for the FutureAt first light on Pediatorkope Island in eastern Ghana, parents walk their children to the muddy banks of the Volta River. No yellow buses wait here. Instead, small wooden boats line the shore, ready to carry students to school on the mainland. Children ages 4 to 15 pile into the…more...My Surprise InductionI share the story of my Lions induction often — partly because it’s pretty comical, but mostly because it shaped who I am today. Even though I grew up around Lions, I never realized it was an international organization. To me, it was just the club my parents and all…more...