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Leo Grants

Leos play such an important role in the service mission of Lions. We value the contributions of young people to their communities as volunteers and service leaders. Anything we can do to encourage and enhance their service is a win for us all—Lions, communities and the world. 

LCIF Leo Service Grant Program

 

With the support of LCIF, Leos can make a bigger impact in their communities, while being exposed to valuable leadership and life skills.

Our Strategy

Grants are available to Lions districts and multiple districts in amounts from US$1,500 to US$5,000 to address unmet humanitarian needs in their community. Leos must be directly involved in organizing and implementing the project.

Successful applications will include a robust hands-on service or volunteer component. In addition, collaboration between Lions and Leos is required for the project.

Examples

  • Leos painted, cleaned, and repaired a community center. Working together, Leos and Lions helped repair the building. The grant supported the purchase of paint, paintbrushes, trash bags, and small repairs in the building.
  • Leos built a sensory garden in a playground for people with disabilities. Lions assisted the Leos to obtain necessary permits from local authorities. Leos and Lions did all of the labor to establish the garden. The grant supported the purchase of benches, plants, and paving stones.
  • Leos hosted a dinner for seniors by preparing and distributing meals. Lions supported Leos with fundraising matching funds and managing logistics. Grant funds were used to purchase food, plates, and utensils.

Application and Deadline

 

Applications for the Leo Service Grant are accepted on a rolling basis. Applications should be submitted to LCIF at minimum 90 days prior to the project commencement. Please submit applications to LCIFLeogrants@lionsclubs.org.

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Leo Leadership Grant Program

 

The Leo Leadership Grant Program provides financial assistance to a Lions multiple district, sub-district or single district interested in organizing a Leo leadership conference. Through this grant program, Leos can expand their leadership skills in the areas of project management, communication, creativity and innovation, teamwork, time management and planning community service projects.

Our Strategy

Each year, Lions International awards US$2,000 grants to 24 Lions multiple districts, sub-districts or single districts that are investing in training their Leos. The Leo Club Program Department reviews applications in the order in which they are received and approves eligible grants based on the content of the application.

Those interested in applying for a Leo leadership grant to host a Leo leadership conference must use at least one session provided in the Leo Advancement Sessions. These session options include Working in Teams, Public Speaking, Member Motivation and Time Management.

Examples

  • Leos hosted a leadership event that focused on teamwork and networking that included using the Working in Teams Leo Advancement Session.
  • Omega Leos hosted an annual conference where they focused on refining the district’s Alpha Leos’ leadership skills. Included in the conference was the Time Management Leo Advancement Session.
  • Leos hosted an in-person training for members to connect, which included using the Member Motivation Leo Advancement Session.

Application and Deadline

 

To apply, complete the Leo Leadership Grant Application and email your completed application to the Leo Club Program Department at leo@lionsclubs.org.

Applications are accepted between July 1 and May 1, or until funds are no longer available.

Criteria and Application

ELLI Leo Grant

 

Funds are available to support opportunities for Leos and Lions to learn together and from each other through the Emerging Lions Leadership Institute (ELLI). Leadership Development Institute Grant Program recipients are eligible to receive additional funding when Leos are included as participants. To make training accessible to more Leos, institute hosts are strongly encouraged to provide financial assistance or discounts to Leos in advance of the ELLI to reduce the financial barriers that may prevent Leo attendance.

Funds are available for multiple districts, single districts and/or undistricted areas.

Application and Deadline

 

To receive the ELLI Leo Grant, ELLI organizers must be approved for Leadership Development Institute Grant funding. There is not a separate application for the ELLI Leo Grant. Applications for the Leadership Development Institute Grant will be available May-October 15 annually.

Review the eligibility criteria to ensure the Leos attending the ELLI are properly reported to qualify for the ELLI Leo Grant.

Criteria

Leos Get Things Done

Leos everywhere are taking on projects to improve their local communities and the world. They are not only our future leaders, they are the ones shaping the future for generations to come.