How does a club or district apply for an IAG?

Contact LCIF at 630/571-5466, ext. 580 or e-mail us. Or download the LCIF International Assistance Grant Application or the How to Apply for an LCIF International Assistance Grant.

What is required for an IAG?

The project must involve Lions clubs in at least two countries: a "sponsor" Lions district that is responsible for raising the majority of matching funds and other support and a "host" Lions district responsible for helping oversee the project. The grant application, which requires endorsement by both sponsor and host Lions districts, may only be submitted by the sponsor Lions district, which administers the funds and reports to LCIF.

IAG projects can be initiated and carried out by individual clubs, but the application still requires the signature and endorsement from the respective governors of the sponsor and host districts.

When should a grant application be filed?

Applications must be in completed form at least 60 days before an LCIF Board of Trustees meeting. The board meets three times a year - October/November, March/April and June/July. Applications are reviewed as they are received.

What qualities does LCIF look for in a grant application?

The budget must show ample funding from local Lions' organizations, have a strong Lions' identity and involvement, be endorsed by the district cabinet and involve at least two to three clubs. Furthermore, the project must address an important humanitarian need, serve a relatively large population, be cost effective and be beyond local fund-raising capability.

Is there grant money available for my individual club?

The International Assistance Grant allows a sponsoring Lions club or district to partner with a host club or district in the country where the project will take place. Note that even though grants to individual clubs are limited, a club can participate in any number of service projects funded by grants. One such example is building homes in coordination with Habitat for Humanity. For information, contact LCIF at 630/571-5466, ext. 580 or e-mail us.

Does LCIF make grants directly to an individual?

No, there is no program for making grants to an individual; instead, LCIF grants are made to Lions districts, multiple districts and clubs.

How are the LCIF grant programs funded?

Grants are made possible by donations from Lions clubs and individual members worldwide. Interest on investments, gifts from corporations and the general public are also funding sources. LCIF does not receive any portion of Lions membership dues.

Why should Lions partner with LCIF?

LCIF is a necessary and vital tool for Lions, helping Lions serve others.

• LCIF helps LCI respond effectively to global problems.
  
• LCIF enables Lions to help others in times of disaster and natural calamity. LCIF funds projects too big for districts or clubs to do on their own.
  
• LCIF responds to the local needs of Lions and develops grant programs that serve community needs.