Positive collaboration with Lions and Leos
Through the Leo Club Program, Lions help guide the next generation of leaders. Lions and Leos have shared a special bond for over 65 years. By planning projects and serving together, collaborating in club meetings and celebrating each other’s accomplishments, we share new perspectives and create lasting relationships. And along the way, we build new skills, give back to the community — and have fun together!
Serving together benefits everyone
When Lions and Leos serve together — and work together — we create new opportunities to learn, to grow as Lions and leaders and to achieve our service goals.
Amplify your service projects
Lions and Leos working together on service projects helps make an even greater impact — more hands means more service.
Learn with each other
By participating in joint training, Lions and Leos can develop new skills and new perspectives that make our service even better.
Make strong connections
Meeting each other’s club leaders is a great opportunity to plan collaborative efforts and strengthen both clubs.
Celebrate accomplishments
Recognizing each other’s hard work and celebrating events, like International Leo Day, helps improve club satisfaction and reinforce our bonds.
Getting started
Teamwork only makes us stronger, and involving Leos in a meaningful way helps all of us reach our service goals and guide the next generation of Lions. Here are some great ways Lions can benefit from the skills of Leos and share their own expertise with Leos.
What Lions can share
Lions have a deep knowledge of our organization and use their experience to plan successful service projects and grow their clubs. They have a lot to offer — and they should be eager to share that knowledge with Leos!
Mentorship:
- Serving as a role model for Leos
- Demonstrating professionalism
- Teaching new skills
- Sharing in-depth knowledge about Lions International
Experience and expertise to share:
- Applying for grants
- Conducting large-scale events
- Overcoming setbacks
- Assessing your community’s needs
What Leos can share
Leos bring energy and passion to their service, along with unique experiences that can inspire Lions. And by working together, Lions can tap into this knowledge and further strengthen both clubs.
Strategy and planning:
- Identifying new service ideas
- Implementing new ways of work
- Marketing for events and the club itself
- Brainstorming joint event ideas
Experience and expertise to share:
- Managing technology
- Collecting club and community feedback
- Providing insight to new community demographics
- Fundraising
Helpful resources
Explore these resources to help you get the most out of your collaborative efforts and make a greater impact.
- Positive Collaboration with Lions and Leos Planning Tool
- Leo Club Advisory Panel — Leos and Lions that assist in enhancing the Leo Club Program
- Engaging Leo Clubs Checklist for Lions and Improving your Leo Club: Checklist for Leos
- Service Project Planners
- Service Launchpad
- Collaborative Activities for Leos and Lions
Be rewarded
Lions and Leo clubs that achieve success through collaboration can apply for the Lions and Leos Serving Together Banner Patch, which features the Leo and Lions logos. This award is a great way to showcase your commitment to working together — and highlight your achievements!
