LCIF is awarding grants to Lions supporting Ukrainian refugees who have crossed their borders. Lions in Ukraine have also received LCIF grants to address the critical needs of people who remain in the country. Grant funding will enable Lions to purchase and distribute immediate relief items, such as food, clothing, hygiene supplies, sleeping bags and medicine.
- Grants awarded – See a full list of grants awarded to date : go to LCIF website
The priority of Lions in scenarios like this is to ensure that resources are used well, in accordance with the needs of our Lions on the ground. Your local Lions here are requesting donations now for refugees caught up in this conflict and we expect to do so for quite some time. War is very different from a natural disaster. Situations and needs can evolve daily, and people can be left vulnerable for quite some time. Our sister clubs in Poland, Slovakia and even in Ukraine are working around the clock supporting people caught up in this war. That is why we need your help.
Direct Action
There is currently an effort through LCIF’s International Committee in Europe to unify resources and efforts in a single direction. LCIF has experience stewarding resources because of the global experience of our programs team. We are connected to the disaster through the Lions and our project committee providing assistance. Through this structure, we try to make sure that:
- Lion donations are not used to duplicate efforts of NGOs or Governments
- Donations are spent responsibly and transparently, in accordance with verified needs
- Vulnerable populations are served
- Our community-based structure is well placed to identify gaps in service because of their connection to the areas affected and people involved.
75 years of service in Australia….
Since the first club was formed in Australia 75 years ago Lions has grown dramatically in size and impact with over 1200 clubs and 25,000 members now giving back through an array of community-based programs and initiatives.
Some Lions are on a mission to cure childhood cancer and diabetes, others are committed to assisting those impacted by drought and floods and many are simply working together to help people in need in their local community.
One thing all Lions have in common is together they are making an incredible difference.
Membership is open to all people of the community in good standing.
Clubs may either provide service or raise money for their community.
100% of funds donated by the public through fundraising are directed to the project for which they are intended.
“Our goal is that the demographic makeup of our clubs matches the demography of the community in which they operate. We’re so proud to have a growing number of speciality clubs across Australia ranging from young Leo clubs, virtual clubs, ethnic clubs, special interest and autism clubs. Whatever your interest, chances are there is a Lions club that can help or others in the community who would be interested in starting one with you.”
Rob Oerlemans CEO Lions Australia
Our History
Our history is a long one. And a proud one.
For 75 years, we’ve served with uncommon kindness, putting the needs of our neighbours, our communities and our world first.
We look back at our storied past with pride, but we know it’s only the beginning. Every day, we’re building on our legacy with the goal of making an even greater impact in the future.
