New Member Orientation

[ENTER NAME OF CLUB]

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Who Lions Are

• Lions are men and women dedicated to serving those in need, whether in their own community or around the world.

Over 1.4 million members Over 205 countries More than 46,000 clubs

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Who Lions Are

• Vision Statement: To be the global leader in community and humanitarian service.

• Mission Statement: To empower volunteers to serve their communities, meet humanitarian needs, encourage peace and promote international understanding through Lions clubs.

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Who Lions Are (Cont'd)

• Motto: “We Serve”

• Code of Ethics: LCI has a code of ethics which set the standard that Lions should aspire to adhere to.

• Purposes: LCI has a list of purposes to convey why Lions clubs exist.

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Membership: Benefits

The benefits of Lions clubs membership are numerous, and include:

• Helping those in need

• Making a difference in your community

• Having an impact on those in need worldwide

• Developing leadership skills

• Enhancing communication skills

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Membership: Benefits (Cont'd)

• Utilizing planning and organization skills

• Working hands-on to meet community needs

• Meeting new people

• Opportunities to network

• Opportunities to travel

[ENTER NAME OF CLUB]

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History

• Year chartered:

• Number of charter members:

• Sponsored by:

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History

• Significant awards or achievements:[LIST SIGNIFICANT AWARDS OR ACHIEVEMENT]

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Club Officers

[LIST OFFICERS FOR YOUR CLUB]• President:

• Immediate Past President:

• 1st Vice President:

• 2nd Vice President:

• Secretary:

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Club Officers (Cont'd)

• Treasurer:

• Lion Tamer:

• Tail Twister:

• Membership Chairperson:

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Club Officers

• 2nd Year Director:

• 2nd Year Director:

• 1st Year Director:

• 1st Year Director:

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Traditions

• [LIST TRADITIONS – Examples, sight conservation, scholarships, youth, community betterment, social events, etc.]

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Elections

• Officers are elected annually

• Club president appoints a nomination committee

• The nomination committee selects candidates

• Nominate in March, Elect in April, Report to International in May

• Terms of offices begin in July 1st

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Fundraising Activities

[LIST FUNDRAISING ACTIVITIES]

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Meetings

• When:

• Time:

• Where:

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Dues and Budgets

• Total Dues One-time entrance fee: $25 Semi-annual International dues: $21.50 Semi-annual MD & District dues: $5.50 [ENTER SEMI-ANNUAL LOCAL DUES AND WHETHER IT

COVERS MEALS OR NOT; IF BILLED QUARTERLY ENTER QUARTERLY DUES FOR ALL OF THE ABOVE]

• Activities Budget• Administrative Budget

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How We Communicate

[LIST WAYS THAT YOU COMMUNICATE — Announcement at meetings, newsletters, email, web site, Facebook, etc.]

Welcome to the[Enter the name of

your club]Any Questions?

Contact…• Your sponsor• One of the club officers• Any Lion in the club