Wild about Lions
The Mane Event (awards)
Where there's a need... (membership)
Lions 101
Random Roar
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The drive to reach 1.5 million members worldwide by July 1, 2027 so we can better meet the growing needs of our communities and serve more people than ever before.
What is Mission 1.5
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A donation of $1,000 (or $1,000 over time) to Lions Club International Foundation (LCIF) qualifies the club to award this recognition.
What is a Melvin Jones?
https://www.lionsclubs.org/en/give-how-to-give/melvin-jones-fellowship
100
This much of your membership is paid to the state and district for administrative costs. (2 numbers)
How much is $10.50 (state) and $6.50 (district).
Did you know you can list additional members of the household as "discounted" members and pay $5.25 (state) and $3.25 (district) for for each additional discounted member.
Note: discounted members do not count toward club delegate entitlement
100
LCIF offers many categories for this program. Some include:
Community Impact, Diabetes, Vision, Hunger, Childhood Cancer, Disaster Preparedness, Emergency, Major Catastrophe, Leo Service, Lions Quest
What are LCIF grants
Grants are awarded between $10k and $150k based on the project and population the project will serve.
100
The name stands not only for fraternity, good fellowship, strength of character and purpose, but above all, its combination hearalds to the country the true meaning of citizenship; Liberty, Intelligence, Our Nations Safety
Who are LIONS
200
There are two designations for these types of clubs.
Alpha clubs are designed for youth between the ages of 12 and 18 focused on individual and social development.
Omega clubs are tailored for young adults between 18 and 30 encouraging personal and professional development.
Who are Leo's
200
This fellowship is intended to recognize individuals who exemplify dedication and commitment to Lionism. The award is named for Wisconsin's two international presidents. With a donation of $1,000 to this Fund which manages this endowment fund that supports the Wisconsin Lions Foundation and its programs, a club is qualified to award this fellowship.
What is Birch-Sturm
200
This amount is paid by the club treasurer out of the administrative account to Lions Club International per member each year. Members pay this as part of their annual dues.
The money pays for administrative support, liability insurance, training materials, etc.
How much is $50
Did you know you can list additional members of the household as "discounted" members and pay $25 for for each additional discounted member.
Note: discounted members do not count toward club delegate entitlement
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A member of Lions that has an active membership in one Lions club and a ___ membership in a second club in their community of residence or employment.
What is an associate member
Pays the full dues of the primary club and only the club level dues at the secondary club.
Fun fact: an associate member can not hold an office of the secondary club.
200
The state of Wisconsin has this many districts.
10
A1, A2, B1, B2, C1, C2, D1, D2, E1, E2
300
Hosted in Memphis, Tennessee from September 3-5, 2026, this forum brings together powerful voices, courageous stories, and transformative leadership—all celebrating what it means to serve with purpose.
What is the USA/Canada Lions Forum?
300
This contest is for students age 11, 12, or 13 as of November 15. The international grand prize winner receives $5,000 and a trip to a special award ceremony. 23 merit award winners receive $500 and a certificate of achievement.
What is the Peace Poster Contest.
Did you know there is also a Peace Essay Contest with a grand prize award of $5,000.
300
District theme for 2026-2027
Here. WE. Go!!
300
Define MD27 and D1
What are Wisconsin (MD27) and our district (D1)
MD: Multiple District
300
Just three years after our founding, Lions became international when we established the first club here.
Where is Canada (in 1920)
Bonus fact, Mexico followed in 1927.
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Lions support these global causes
Note: there are 8
What are Diabetes, Vision, Hunger, Environment, Childhood Cancer, Youth, Disaster Relief, and Humanitarian
There are special initiatives such as Mental Health and Well being, Humanitarian crises in Ukraine, Recovery for Disaster Victims, Site for Kids
400
This fellowship is intended to recognize a Lion's commitment and dedication in service as a Lion. One award is available for every $1,000 donated to Lions Pride.
What is a Ray Hempel Fellowship
Lions Pride is an organization that as the investment in the fund grows, the interest helps support the Wisconsin Lions Camp.
400
This membership is for any individual that has performed outstanding service. The member does not pay dues but the club pays for the international and district dues on their behalf. This member does not have voting privileges and does not count towards the club delegate entitlement.
What is an Honorary member
400
This is the number of zones in our district.
12
There are 6 regions with 2 zones per region
400
In 1925, Helen Keller addressed the Lions Clubs International Convention to become “knights of the blind” in the fight against darkness at the International convention in this city.
Where is Cedar Point, Ohio?
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Having their own governing board, this foundation is the charitable arm of LCI. They collect donations and provide grants to fund large-scale humanitarian efforts, disaster relief, and global service initiatives.
Who is Lions Club International Foundation (LCIF)
They are the funding arm that supports and expands that service through grants
500
A $1,000 donation to the Lions Eye Bank of Wisconsin (LEBW) enables your club to present this award to a Lion who has demonstrated dedication to restoring sight and eliminating curable blindness through service as a cornea tissue transporter for LEBW.
What is Knight of Sight ($1,000) or Eye of Sight ($500)
Donations go directly into LEBW's mission to provide corneas for transplantation, globally, unless designated to one their restricted funds.
https://lebw.org/lions/knight-gift-of-sight-fellowship-awards/
500
This membership organization is made up of local clubs and volunteers who plan and carry out service projects in their communities and around the world.
The mission is to empower volunteers to serve their communities, meet humanitarian needs, encourage peace, and promote international understanding.
Who is Lions Club International (LCI)
LCI = the volunteers and clubs doing the service
500
This fund is used for club operations. Only monies raised from fellow lions can be placed in this fund.
What is the Administrative Fund
500
Money raised from the public must be used only for charitable, community, or service activities—not for club administrative or operating expenses.
What is the activity fund
Key points:
- Comes from fundraisers, donations, and public contributions
- Must be kept separate from the administrative fund
- Cannot be used for club costs (meetings, meals, dues, etc.)