The Chicago Central Lions Club has carried on the legacy and vision of Lions Clubs founder Melvin Jones since it was chartered chartering in 1917.

With Lions clubs around the globe, Lions expressions vary from region to region. But whatever the language, acronyms or Lions' terms used, Lions connect with each other through service.

Special Lions-themed songs have been part of Lion meetings and conventions throughout the decades.

Lions Day in Switzerland brings all Lions in the country together for service activities, fundraising and bringing increased visibility to Lions Clubs International.

History of the first Lions clubs outside the United States.

Pins, vests, pens, caps and other collectables from the Lions Store have united Lions for 100 years.

surveys show service is the number one reason people join Lions.

Founded in 1926, the Lions Club of Tianjin (formerly Tientsin), China, stayed active until 1949. New clubs and membership have grown rapidly since 2002 when Lions returned to China.

Introduced in 1951, the Lions vest has become an icon of the organization.

Campus Lions clubs address needs specific to college campuses and prepare students to serve their communities after college.