A message from the 2024-2025 LCIF Chairperson
Dear Lions and Leos,
It has been an incredible honor to serve as chairperson of Lions Clubs International Foundation (LCIF) this year. Because of you, we reached new heights, raising nearly US$83 million to empower service in every corner of the world.
I hope you will enjoy reading this year’s annual report, which shares how your generosity and compassion have touched lives around the globe. Each story reflects the power of what we can achieve together through LCIF.
Throughout the year, I was inspired by the dedication and kindness of Lions and Leos everywhere. Together, we continue to lead with understanding, act with purpose and create hope for countless people in need. Our global reach is truly remarkable because of you.
Read the full message from the chairperson.
Dr. Patti Hill
2024-2025 LCIF Chairperson
Celebrating a record year of giving
LCIF Chairperson Dr. Patti Hill said, “Lions and Leos face global challenges with tenacity and shared purpose, because we believe we can make a difference in our communities through humanitarian efforts.” This spirit of service defined an extraordinary year made possible by the generosity of donors worldwide.
Our deepest gratitude goes to every Lion, Leo, club, district, multiple district, organization and individual who contributed this year. Every gift played a vital role in helping us achieve our goals and empowering LCIF to award even more grants, strengthening our service impact next year and for years to come.
Thank you for making a difference.
Grants awarded by constitutional area (CA)
LCIF awarded 1,809 grants, totaling more than US$44.5 million.*
CA I
United States of America & its Affiliates, Bermuda, The Bahamas
US$3,489,632
CA II
Canada
US$968,253
CA III
South America, Central America, Mexico, Islands of the Caribbean Sea
US$4,676,087
CA IV
Europe
US$7,387,235
CA V
East Asia, Southeast Asia
US$10,167,366
CA VI
India, South Asia, Middle East
US$10,997,238
CA VII
Australia, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, Indonesia, Islands of the South Pacific Ocean
US$1,109,326
CA VIII
Africa
US$2,283,779
*Non-affiliated US$3,372,666
Transforming lives globally
Explore the incredible impact of LCIF as we reflect on a year dedicated to our mission pillars: Improving Health and Well-Being, Strengthening Communities and Supporting Those in Need. Witness the stories of change, compassion and resilience that define our global foundation's commitment to making a difference. View the 2024-2025 LCIF Annual Report and discover the transformative power of Lions' service.
LCIF stories
The world needs hope more than ever. With global crises from conflicts to climate emergencies, the world needs kindness and action. LCIF and Lions are answering the call with every grant and program, helping a world in need, and amplifying hope one person at a time.
Behind every LCIF grant, there’s a story filled with inspiration, impact and kindness. Read stories your donations helped make possible.
Partners, affiliates and technical partners
LCIF’s partnerships, affiliations and technical partnerships provide opportunities to share critical knowledge, inspiration and financial support and resources to advance large and promising projects, and to accelerate meaningful change globally.
Our partners
Organizations that provided LCIF with funding.
Our affiliates
Executing partners that utilized funds provided by LCIF.
Our technical partners
Organizations with which LCIF convened to ensure sustainable, impactful projects.
Global partnerships lead to greater impact
A recognized global corporate social responsibility (CSR) leader in humanitarian and community service, Lions International is a vetted, resolute and dynamic organization with the means to enable corporations, foundations and governments to create considerable change with precision.
