Following are several news releases, media alerts and backgrounders recently submitted to media on behalf of LCIF and Lions Clubs International. Members of the media who are interested in a specific project or event are encouraged to contact the persons listed for further details.

Additional information about these and other LCIF programs may also be obtained by calling LCIF Communications at Lions Clubs International Headquarters at (630) 468-6887.

May 1, 2008 - Give Mom the Gift of Sight on Mother's Day

April 17, 2008 - Donor Makes US$3 Million Personal Gift to CSFII, Largest in LCIF History

April 4, 2008 - Lions Rally for Sight on Campaign SightFirst II Day

March 21, 2008 - LCIF Awards US$2.83 Million in Grants

March 13, 2008 - Study Shows Americans Lack Critical Eye Health Facts

March 6, 2008 - Campaign SightFirst II Receives US$4 Million Gift, Largest in LCIF's History

February 29, 2008 - Diabetes Prevention Remains a Key Concern for Lions

February 29, 2008 - First Ever Global Glaucoma Day to Raise Awareness About the Silent Disease

February 21, 2008 - Lions Surpass CSFII Goal

February 11, 2008 - LCIF Responds to Southern U.S. Tornados

January 28, 2008 - Lions, Carter Center Celebrate 10 Millionth Dose of Zithromax, Health Gains in Trachoma in Ethiopia

January 18, 2008- LCIF Awards US$364,872 in Lions Quest Grants

January 17, 2008 - LCIF Awards US$9.55 Million in SightFirst Grants