PopularA Match Made In KindnessI first heard about Mac Ferguson’s need for a kidney donor at one of our regular Lexington Lions Club meetings. He stood at the front of the room, speaking so candidly about his journey. His strength. His determination. And yet, the urgency in his voice was impossible to ignore. I…more...Forged Under PressureThe badge had never felt heavier for New York Police Department (NYPD) Department of Investigation Lieutenant and Commander Winston Willabus than during the COVID-19 pandemic. Each shift bled into the next — 18, sometimes 20, hours on duty, with no reprieve in sight. But as a Marine Corps veteran, Winston…more...2023-2024 Annual Report Dear Lions and Leos, I want to thank you all for giving me the amazing opportunity to serve as chairperson of Lions Clubs International Foundation (LCIF). Because of you, this past year was just awesome! I hope you will enjoy reading the 2023-2024 annual report, which highlights some of…more...The Gift of a Second ChanceIn the heart of Milan, Italy, a small but determined group of Lions is taking on a unique service challenge: helping prisoners prepare for life after incarceration. A club branch of Milano Parco Nord in District 108IB4, Milano Evoluzione e Servizio has made it its mission to help individuals overcome…more...Lions Lead Relief and Recovery After Catastrophic Flooding in Southern AsiaIn late November, two tropical cyclones swept across South and Southeast Asia. Sri Lanka and southern India were struck by Cyclone Ditwah, resulting in severe flooding and destructive landslides. Around the same time, Cyclone Senyar brought heavy rainfall to Thailand, Malaysia and Indonesia. Photo Credit: Krishan Kariyawasam, NurPhoto via Getty…more...Diabetes Mass Screening in NepalIn Biratnagar, Nepal, the prevalence of undiagnosed diabetes has been steadily increasing. Many individuals are unaware of their diabetic status, leading to delayed diagnosis and treatment, which increases long-term health risks such as cardiovascular disease, kidney failure and other complications. Leos in District 325C were inspired to take action. Recognizing…more...Restoring Precision and Care in BowmanvilleLakeridge Health Bowmanville (LHB) in Ontario, Canada, is committed to providing high-quality surgical care for everyone in their growing and diverse community, no matter their background or financial situation. However, the hospital faced a critical challenge. Their laparoscopic equipment, critical for diagnosing and treating abdominal and pelvic conditions less invasively…more...The Impact of Giving: Celebrating Our Million-Dollar DonorsBy Shelby Washington Giving energy, time or resources to those in need has the power to change lives everywhere. Our Million-Dollar Donors have spent their lives selflessly serving their communities through gifts to Lions Clubs International Foundation (LCIF) and inspiring many other Lions to do the same. Million-Dollar Donor and…more...Building a Zero-Hunger World: LCIF and World Food Program USA Partner to Provide School MealsFor millions of children around the world, a school meal is life changing inside the classroom and beyond. Going to school on an empty stomach decreases concentration and stifles academic performance, making it harder to prepare for a strong future. “If I go to school hungry, I just fall asleep…more...Enhancing a Childhood Cancer Facility in West AfricaCancer rates are steadily increasing in Burkina Faso. Since 2012, the West African country’s Ministry of Health, has reported over 5,000 new cancer cases each year. Yet the country’s healthcare system remains ill-equipped to meet demand, leaving many patients without the care they urgently need. Only two hospitals in the…more...Lead to Serve, Serve to Lead.We are committed to leaving this world better than what we inherited. Together, our service makes it possible. And, we can expand our service by growing our membership. A world that shaped his own A.P. Singh calls India home, and it’s a home unlike any other. India is a cradle…more...Tale of Two Clubs: Big City vs. Small TownThere are nearly 50,000 Lions clubs in over 200 countries and regions around the world — each one shaped by the place it calls home. No two clubs are exactly alike, and that’s what makes each so special. To see this diversity in action, we took a closer look at…more...