Dear Lions of Italy,
I was deeply saddened to hear the news of the devastating earthquake that struck the central mountainous region of your homeland early Wednesday morning, leaving many families mourning the loss of loved ones, and the loss of their homes.
The executive officers, the Board of Directors, and Lions around the world want you to know the people of Italy are in our thoughts and in our prayers as you face this catastrophe, and we send our deepest condolences.
We also want you to know that we are mobilizing to provide a major catastrophe grant of US$100,000 for immediate disaster relief. We are doing everything we can to provide you with as much immediate assistance as possible.
Over the past several years, the Lions family around the world has faced many natural disasters. Together, as a family, we have provided relief when and where needed. True to our centennial motto “Where There’s A Need, There’s A Lion,” we stand with the Lions and the people of Italy as you overcome this tragedy.
Sincerely,
Chancellor Bob Corlew
Lions International President
