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LCIF and Lions are regularly in the news. Below are some recent examples of media coverage.

Has your club or LCIF project recently been featured in a local newspaper or appeared on television? Please e-mail us the story so that we can share the coverage with other clubs. We regret that due to copyright laws we are often unable to reproduce the story. 

Newsday, New York, USA, August 4, 2008—An article highlights President Brandel's trip to the China earthquake site and Lions' relief efforts.

NPR, Long Island, New York, USA, August 2008—President Brandel is interviewed about Lions' relief efforts in response to the China earthquake.

abc7chicago, Illinois, USA, July 27, 2008—An interview with President Brandel about his recent visit to areas struck by the China earthquake and Lions' relief efforts in response.

WGN Radio, Chicago, USA, July 19, 2008—An interview with President Brandel discusses Lions' relief efforts in areas of China struck by the earthquake in May.

CCTV4,  worldwide, July 2008—The worldwide Chinese news channel featured a segment on Lions' relief efforts in response to the China earthquake.

Bangkok Post, Bangkok, Thailand, July 8, 2008—Sight for Kids in Thailand is featured as a program that is preventing blindness among children throughout the country.

Times of India, nationwide India, June 30, 2008—An article discusses how money raised through CSFII may fund projects in India to fight vision loss from diabetes.  

Chosun Ilbo, Seoul, Republic of Korea, June 28-29, 2008—An article discusses the success of CSFII and why Lions have pursued the campaign to fight blindness.

Beijing Today, Beijing, China, May 23, 2008—An article highlighting Lions efforts to mobilize $1.5 million for China earthquake relief.

Chronicle of Philanthropy, nationwide USA, May 23, 2008—A story mentioning the support LCIF has received from Lions worldwide to bring relief to those affected by the China earthquake.

Chicago Tribune, Illinois, USA, May 22, 2008—LCIF was mentioned for the US$1.5 million that will go toward relief efforts in China.

Guangming Daily, nationwide China, May 21, 2008—LCIF mentioned for the US$1.5 million for China relief efforts.

Daily Herald, Illinois, USA, May 20, 2008—Lions were recognized for the US$1.5 million that is being sent to China for relief efforts.

AOL.com, USA, May 15, 2008—LCIF and Lions around the world mobilize $1.5 million for China earthquake relief.

Forbes.com, USA, May 15, 2008—LCIF and Lions around the world mobilize $1.5 million for China earthquake relief.

DailyGleaner.com, New Brunswick , Canada, May 7, 2008—Lions in District N1 made news for their assistance to flood victims through an LCIF grant for US$10,000.

CatalystChicago, Illinois, USA, April 2008—Lions Quest is mentioned as a potential program to be adopted by a Chicago Public High School because of the social-emotional benefits it provides to youth.

pressconnects.com/owego, New York, USA, April 22, 2008—The Owego Lions Club host an all-you-can-eat pancake breakfast to raise funds for Campaign SightFirst II.

telegram.com, Massachusetts, USA, April 21, 2008—The results of a new study funded by LCIF and the National Eye Institute (NEI), show that most Americans are not aware of the risks or warning signs of diseases that could blind them. 

EastHartfordGazzette.com, Connecticut, USA, April 21, 2008—The Board of Education for East Hartford thanked the Lions of East Hartford for their support of the Lions Quest program.

cayCompass.com, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands, April 20, 2008—LCIF's number one NGO ranking is recognized, along with the service the Grand Cayman Lions provide to their community.  

SpecialOlympics.org, Washington D.C., USA, April 3, 2008—A young boy, who is a Special Olympics athlete from Benin, Africa, received restored sight after being screened during an Opening Eyes event.

SpecialOlympics.org, Washington D.C., USA, April 3, 2008—LCIF Chairperson, Jimmy Ross, helps a member of the Netherland's football team pick out a pair of eye glasses at an Opening Eyes screening during the Special Olympics in Shanghai this past summer.

Timesleader.com, Pennsylvania, USA, March 31, 2008—A member of the JLW Mountain Laurel Lions Club was honored with the Melvin Jones Award, the highest recognition available to Lions.

CTV News, Quebec, Canada, March 30, 2008—The Chinese Lions of the Club of Greater Montreal were recognized on CVT news for their involvement with eye services in their community.

TBO.com, Florida, USA, March 28, 2008—A celebratory banquet will be held to recognize the fundraising efforts of the local Lions for Campaign SightFirst II.

Tallahasee.com, Florida, USA, March 15, 2008—A story highlighting LCIF as the number one NGO in the world, in addition to the efforts of the local Lions.

Herald-Dispatch, West Virginia, USA, March 6, 2008—A listing of community news highlighted LCIF's recent recognition as the number one NGO in the world.

The Daily Sentinel, Alabama, USA, March 6, 2008—Local Lions in Alabama are spending Easter helping out neighbors in their community that recently lost everything due to a devastating Tornado.

Fosters.com, New Hampshire, USA, March 6, 2008—The Massabesic Lions Club in New Hampshire is recognized for the $24,800 pledge they gave to Campaign SightFirst II.

Canyon-City Daily Record, Colorado, USA, March 1, 2008—A story about a young boy in Colorado who received improved sight through the KidsSight program, which is supported by the local Lions.

Obtaining media coverage can be easy when done correctly. For tips on working with the media and promoting an LCIF-sponsored project, please visit the LCIF PR Tools section of the Web site.