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PIP Gudrun Yngvadottir, LCIF Chairperson, Leo Service: This Grant offers funds at Dis- OBJECTIVES:
stated that LCIF provides grants to support trict and Multiple District levels for Leos’ 1 Revitalize clubs with new members.
community service projects around the world. Service Activities. This is the first time Grants 2. Re-motivate members with new fellowship
These monies subsidize large-scale projects that service has been made available to Leos. and exciting service.
clubs cannot do alone. Since 1968, LCIF has 3. Rejuvenate districts with new clubs.
awarded grants totaling more that 1.1 billion. Each Grant Program has different application
She further stated that LCIF responded to 340 criteria. Some Grants like Diabetes and Sight The NAMI Plan strengthens members in Clubs
First undergo Technical Reviews by experts in
grants for COVID-19. She thanks the Lions that particular field. Grant Application Dead- and Districts. Plan implementation and goal
Clubs for looking after their communities. line is October, February and May. Additional achievements are a team effort and team com-
mitment. It is not about a single person. Every
Lion KaSondra Byrd, Program Manager for information at New Grants Toolkit, Lion Leader is expected to help to achieve the
Human Initiatives, cited available grants. lionsclubs.org/grantstoolkit or emailing LCIF District Goals. Building a Vision involves
at lcif@lionsclubs.org. diverseLions, ensures that all voices are heard
Matching: Supports equipment and infrastruc-
ture needs for projects initiated at the local CAMPAIGN 100 – LCIF Empowering Ser- and identifies future leaders.
Lions Club level. vice. LCIF is increasing service impact in ZONE MEETINGS – SECRET OF
Vision, Youth Development, Disaster Relief
Disaster: Supports initiative from pre-disaster SUCCESS –
preparedness to immediate needs and long term and Humanitarian efforts. Develop and unify clubs.
reconstruction. Fighting global epidemic of Diabetes and im-
proving quality of life for those diagnosed. Build inter club member relationships.
Sight First: LCIF Flagship Program sup-
ports blindness prevention. Expanding focus on Childhood Cancer, Hun- Provide a forum for exchange and challenges
ger and Environmental.
Diabetes: This is a newer Grant Program Encourage service in the communities
that supports activities that help with preven- EXAMPLES FOR CLUB SUPPORT
tion and education awareness. Help clubs’ growth
Be a Model Club
Lions Quest: A social - emotional learning Recognize and build leaders
program where educators are trained to help Be creative in ways to support Campaign 100 The Zone Meeting should be PLANNED by
youths make healthy life choices, build strong and share ideas broadly having a check list, collaborate with club and
relationships and make positive decisions. ABOUT NAMI have an agenda. COMMUNICATE with clubs
District and Club Community Impact by sending reminders. COORDINATE by
Grant: This is the newest Grant with a dif- North America Membership Initiative “NAMI” having someone take minutes. Invite a guest
st
ferent concept. This Grant availability is based is being led by International 1 Vice President speaker and keep meeting to one hour. Be
nd
on previous years’ donations. Once donation Douglas X. Alexander, , 2 Vice President PREPARED by arriving early, check agen-
rd
threshold is met, Lions can request 15% of that Brian Sheehan, 3 Vice President Patti Hill, da and have greeters in place.
amount back for grants for projects in their and a steering committee of Lion leaders with Follow the 5 “P’s for the Secret of Success:
community. proven skills in club and membership growth.
Childhood Cancer: A newer Grant program The NAMI Process has four steps: “PROPER PLANNING PREVENTS POOR
PERFORMANCE”
which is being piloted by LCIF. This Grant a. Building a Team,
“Volunteers don’t necessary have the time,
supports funding to families who have children b. Building a Vision,
undergoing cancer treatment. they just have the heart”.
c. Building a Plan
Hunger: This program is also being piloted d. Building Success.
by LCIF. The Grant provides funding to in- GOAL: To improve membership. Submitted by,
crease access and resources to Food Programs
but not to purchase food directly. Lion Yolande Cadore,
Kings & Queens E-News Reporter