Article Archive08.12.2026Rooted 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...08.12.2026Crossing 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...08.12.2026Q&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...08.12.2026Transforming 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...08.12.2026Fastened 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...08.12.2026My 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...08.12.2026The 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...07.08.2026Strengthening 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...06.09.2026New 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...05.12.2026Lions 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...123…35Next