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 Founded
in 1917 by Melvin Jones in the USA, Lions International can proudly say it
is the largest international service organisation in the world. A family of
members spanning from Australia to Brazil, from South Africa to Scandinavia
- all united by a common motto - "We Serve".
Lions throughout the world accomplish varying activities, from
cornea transplants to the supplying of hearing aids,
creating awareness of diabetes, promoting peace amongst the youth,
fostering international relations through youth exchange and
developing and creating awareness amongst the youth through "Leo"
Clubs. LCIF, the organisations' international grant-providing wing,
brings in much needed grants for training facilities, medical units
and disaster relief in times of need. During the floods in
Mozambique, emergency grants were given to aid the victims of this
catastrophe. After September 11, 2001, victims families were aided
with counselling camps, paid for by LCIF funding. The recent Tsunami
disaster in South East Asia also received substantial funding from
L.C.I.F.
Lions Clubs
International came to South Africa in 1957 and the organisation has
grown exponentially since then. There are now 4 Districts within this
Multiple District which cover the countries of South Africa, Namibia,
Swaziland and Lesotho. The numerous clubs around the country provide a
vital lifeline for the many needy communities. Clubs are made up of
dedicated members from all walks of life who give up their spare time to
serve those in need.
This web site is
dedicated to all these members and their partners who make up this
magnificent organisation - we salute you all!!
In the words of James
E Doolittle "THERE IS NOTHING STRONGER THAN THE HEART OF A VOLUNTEER"
In efforts to make the
process of supporting our great Foundation as easy
as possible, the on-line donations process has been
refined. Contributions can be made by clicking on
any of the following four donation categories
Humanitarian
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Sight
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Disaster
/
In Honour/In Memory. |
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Click on the above logo to enter the
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