Our global impact at a glance

1.4

million

Lions serving

50,000

Lions serving

200

countries and regions served

US$1.3

billion

in grants

Lions help serve a local community devastated by a tornado

Our History

Dr. W.P. Woods of Evansville, IN is listed as the President of Lions Clubs International when they were founded in 1917. Dr. Woods had started multiple clubs when Melvin Jones, a Chicago businessman, started looking for a service centered organization which he and his fellow businessman could join. Melvin Jones became the first secretary-treasurer, a title held for life.
There are currently 1.39 Million Lions serving throughout the world. In the United States, we have over 255,000 Lions in over 9600 clubs. Indiana has 5300 Lions in 160 Clubs.

Our Mission

Our Mission is to empower volunteers to serve their communities, meet humanitarian needs, encourage peace and promote international understanding through Lions clubs.

Our Motto

Our Motto is – “We Serve.”

About

Our Motto

Our Motto is – “We Serve.”

Our Foundation has been changing lives since 1968

24,000+

LCIF grants awarded

US$173+

million

in disaster relief support

20+

million

successfull Lions Quest student

9.8

million

cataract surgeries

Global Causes:

Childhood Cancer

We provide resources and support to children and families affected by cancer, helping them navigate treatment and recovery.

Childhood Cancer

We provide resources and support to children and families affected by cancer, helping them navigate treatment and recovery.

Diabetes

Our mission is to lower the impact of diabetes and enhance the well-being of those living with the condition.

Diabetes

Our mission is to lower the impact of diabetes and enhance the well-being of those living with the condition.

Disaster Relief

We respond to immediate needs and deliver ongoing support to communities impacted by natural disasters.

Diabetes

We respond to immediate needs and deliver ongoing support to communities impacted by natural disasters.

Environment

We work to protect and preserve the environment, fostering healthier communities and a sustainable future.

Environment

We work to protect and preserve the environment, fostering healthier communities and a sustainable future.

Humanitarian

We address critical global needs by providing humanitarian aid to communities that need it most.

Humanitarian

We address critical global needs by providing humanitarian aid to communities that need it most.

Hunger

We aim to improve access to nutritious food and strengthen food security to help reduce hunger.

Hunger

We aim to improve access to nutritious food and strengthen food security to help reduce hunger.

Vision

We strive to prevent avoidable blindness and enhance the quality of life for people who are visually impaired.

Vision

We strive to prevent avoidable blindness and enhance the quality of life for people who are visually impaired.

Youth

We empower young people to make positive choices, develop healthy lifestyles, and become tomorrow’s leaders in service.

Youth

We empower young people to make positive choices, develop healthy lifestyles, and become tomorrow’s leaders in service.

Volunteer to Serve at a project in your town.

Members of the Whiting Lions Club pose prior to the Whiting 4th of July Parade. The Whiting Lions marched for the Whiting Food Pantry and collected $906.60 for the cause. Thank you to all who “Fed the Lion”!

There is a Club in your Town! Become a Lion and volunteer to serve where you live!

PROJECTS

Our State Projects

Cancer Control

The Indiana Lions Cancer Control program is dedicated to raising awareness, providing resources, and supporting individuals and families affected by cancer. Through education, screenings, and community outreach, the program strives to improve early detection and quality of care for all Hoosiers.
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Leader Dog

Leader Dog empowers people who are blind or visually impaired to achieve greater independence and mobility through expertly trained guide dogs and comprehensive training programs. This initiative transforms lives by providing confidence, safety, and lifelong support.
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Speech and Hearing

The Indiana Lions Speech and Hearing program works to improve communication for individuals with hearing or speech challenges. By offering screenings, therapy, and educational resources, it helps people of all ages connect more effectively with their communities.
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Indiana Lions Foundation

The Indiana Lions Foundation supports charitable initiatives across the state, funding projects that improve health, education, and community well-being. Through grants and volunteer efforts, the foundation helps Lions make a lasting impact in Indiana communities.
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Indiana Eye Bank

The Indiana Eye Bank restores sight and enhances the lives of individuals with vision loss by recovering and providing corneal tissue for transplantation. The program also promotes eye health awareness and supports research in ophthalmology.
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Indiana Lions for the Indiana School for the Blind and Visually Impaired (ISBVI)

Indiana Lions provide ongoing support to the Indiana School for the Blind and Visually Impaired, helping students achieve educational and personal growth. Through scholarships, programs, and resources, Lions empower students to reach their full potential.
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DONATE

Donate Now

The Lions are groups of service-minded individuals who are interested in serving their communities. To be a Lion is to be an active volunteer, a member of a respected international organization and a friend to people in need.
Around the world, there are 1.4 million members that serve in over 45,000 clubs from 200 countries. In the United States, there are 9600 clubs with 255,000 members. In Indiana, we have 5300 Hoosiers as Lion members in over 160 clubs.
We are serving a world in need. One act of kindness at a time.

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News and Articles

News and Articles

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How Lions Quest & Lions are Uniting a Community

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LCIF: Supporting Lions' Efforts After Texas Wildfires

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