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Improving Local Communities – and the World

Being part of something bigger matters to our members. That’s why we work on global initiatives for youth, health and disaster relief that affect local communities everywhere. Browse our collection of stories to find out about projects from those involved – the people in need and the Lions who helped. And see how our projects improve local communities and lives worldwide.

Lions Help Feed and Clothe the Homeless
	Warm Hands and Feet Lions in San Francisco provide food and clothing to homeless people in their community.

Fun, Fitness and Fundraising for the Community
	Lions 5K Turkey Trot The Naperville Noon Lions Club’s 5K race has become a Thanksgiving tradition that gives back to the community.

Lions Reach Out through Social Media
	Facebooking the Future The Crosby Lions Club uses Facebook to connect with members and the community.

Preparing Children for School
	Children First Lions in Virginia prepare children academically, socially and emotionally for their first years of school.

Collecting, Conserving and Cleaning Local Water
	Saving Water Lions in Maryland conserve water and help clean the Chesapeake Bay.

Turning Trash into Fashion
	Recycled Trash Fashion Show Lions in New Zealand promote recycling in a creative way.

Giving the Blind a Chance to Hit the Trails
	Ski for Sight Lions provide fun through winter sports for the blind and visually impaired.

Helping Give Moroccan Women a Better Life
	New Skills, New Life Lions improve lives by educating women and children.

Giving Children the Chance to Depict Peace
	Crafting Peace Lions International Peace Poster Contest promotes artistic expression.

Bringing the Freedom of Mobility to Children
	Moving Forward Lions provide adaptive technology that allows children to walk, ride bikes and play.

Improving a Community and the Environment
	Celebrating Earth Day Lions come together to "green" up a local community park.

Giving Hope to the Women in the Cayman Islands
	Walking for the Cure Lions go the extra mile to raise breast cancer awareness.

Transforming a Rail Yard in Canada
	Palmerston Heritage Park Lions transform a rundown rail yard into a park in Canada.

Raising Education to New Heights
	Lions School in India Lions adopt a school and provide new, modern facilities.

Giving Veterans and Their Families a Chance to Heal
	Project New Hope Lions in Minnesota provide retreats for veterans returning from combat and their families.

Making Smiles Happen
	VIP Carnival Zionsville Lions reach out to some very important people in their community.

Giving Orphans a Chance to Enjoy Summer Fun
	Swedish Summer Camp Lions in Sweden create a camp that gives orphaned children a chance to enjoy summer fun.

Helping Children in Uganda Learn and Laugh
	The Joy of Learning Lions build a preschool to help working moms – and give kids a brighter future.

Bringing Holiday Joy to the Pacific Northwest
	The Christmas Ship Lions set sail to bring gifts and joy to children and adults in the Pacific Northwest.