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Lions Clubs International

NEW MEMBER ORIENTATION

Roswell Lions Club


Part I: History & Structure of Lions Clubs International

Part II: Structure of Multiple District 18 & District 18-A

Part III: History & Structure of Roswell Lions Club



Part I: History & Structure of





History & Structure• Lions Clubs International began in 1917 as the dream

of Chicago insurance man Melvin Jones. He believed that local business clubs should expand their horizons from purely professional concerns to the betterment of their communities and the world at large. Melvin Jones served as the association secretary until his death in 1961. He was often quoted for saying, “You will not go far in life, until you help someone else.”

•Dr. W.P. Woods of Evansville, Indiana, was elected as the first President of the association in

October, 1917, in Dallas, Texas. Thirty-six delegates representing 22 clubs from 9 states were in attendance.



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• The Greatest impact on the association’s service commitment occurred in 1925 when Helen Keller addressed the Lions at the

international convention in Cedar Point, Ohio, USA. It was there that she challenged Lions to become “knights of the blind in the crusade against darkness”

•Since that time Lions have dedicated themselves to curing and preventing blindness around the world. Since 1990 Lions have cured or prevented blindness in over 24 million people.



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ABOUT LIONS CLUBS INTERNATIONAL

World’s largest community service club:

Today with more than 1.3 million Lions in 45,000 clubs in 205 countries and geographical areas, Lions have expanded their focus to help meet the ever-increasing needs of our global community.

Our programs are continually changing to meet new needs and greater demands, but our mission

has never wavered: "We Serve."



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International Headquarters is in Oak Brook, IL a suburb of Chicago.

290 full time employees 11 Operating Divisions

20 Languages are supported

Extension & Membership Club Supplies & Distribution

Convention District/Club Administration

Finance Public Relations & Production

International Activities & Program Development

Leadership Legal

LCIF Info Tech WWW.LionsClubs.org


http://www.lionsclubs.org/




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There are seven Constitutional Areas that elect 34 International Directors for two-year terms to the LCI Board of Directors with approximately one-half being elected each year at the International Convention.

USA-14 Canada-1

Central/South America-2 Europe-6

Orient & SE Asia-6 India/Africa/S. Asia/M East-4

Australia/New Zealand-1





History & StructureMajor International Programs include:

•Sight Conservation

•Eyeglass recycling for underdeveloped nations

•Sight First II to eliminate the preventable causes of blindness worldwide. 30 million cured/prevented since 1990. 37 million more will be prevented/cured in the next 5 years.

•World’s largest corneal transplant bank. 7 million transplants completed

•Hearing & Speech Services

•Diabetes Awareness

•Community Services such as Habitat for Humanity

•Environmental Services such as tree planting, recycling, parks

•Youth Opportunities such as Leo Clubs, Youth Outreach, Peace Poster Contest, Lions-Quest, Youth Exchange, Youth Camps

•International Relations such as Club Twinning & Disaster Assistance




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Based on a recent report of Lions clubs worldwide, it is estimated that each year

Lions clubs donate approximately $449 million and 76 million hours, which is equivalent to more than 31,000 people working full time for a year.




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Judge Haynes Townsend

International Director

2009-2011

Home Club:

Dalton Noon Lions Club

Dalton, GA

USA




History & Structure

Dr. Beverly A. Roberts

Past International Director

2005-2007

Home Club:

Hephzibah Lions Club

Hephzibah, GA

USA




History & Structure

Buddy Ouzts

Past International Director

2001-2003

Home Club:

Winder Lions Club

Winder, GA

USA




History & Structure

Jim Ervin

Past International President

1999-2000

Home Club: Albany Lions,

Albany, GA

USA




History & Structure

Immediate International President

2009-2010Eberhard Wirfs

of Hofheim AM Taunus Lions Club

Hessen, Germany




History & Structure

International President

2010-2011Sid L. Scruggs III

of Vass Lions Club

Vass, North Carolina




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LIONS CLUBS OBJECTIVES

• To create and foster a spirit of understanding among the nations of the world.

• To promote the principles of good government and good citizenship

• To take an active interest in the civic, cultural, social and moral welfare of the community


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OFFICIAL COLORS

PURPLE Stands for loyalty to friends, and for integrity of mind and heart.

GOLDSymbolizes sincerity of purpose, liberality in judgment, purity of life, and generosity in mind, heart and treasure to those in need.




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THE EMBLEM• Gold letter “L” on a circular purple field

• Two lion profiles at either side facing future & past, proud of the past and confident of the future

• The word “Lions” appear on the top

• The word “International” on the bottom

• Wear emblem or pin on left side of shirt, jacket, vest

• Wear name tag on the right side of shirt, jacket, vest



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LIONS MISSION STATEMENT

“To empower volunteers to serve their communities, meet humanitarian needs,

encourage peace, and promote international understanding

through Lions clubs.”Revised 2008



Lions Code of Ethics• To Show my faith in the worthiness of my vocation by industrious application to the end that I may merit a reputation for quality of service.• To Seek success and to demand all fair remuneration or profit as my just due, but to accept no profit or success at the price of my own self-respect lost because of unfair advantage taken or because of questionable acts on my part. • To Remember that in building up my business it is not necessary to tear down another's; to be loyal to my clients or customers and true to myself. • Whenever a doubt arises as to the right or ethics of my position or action towards others, to resolve such doubt against myself. • To Hold friendship as an end and not a means. To hold that true friendship exists not on account of the service performed by one another, but that true friendship demands nothing but accepts service in the spirit in which it is given. • Always to bear in mind my obligations as a citizen to my nation, my state, and my community, as to give them my unswerving loyalty in word, act, and deed. To give them freely of my time, labor and means. • To Aid others by giving my sympathy to those in distress, my aid to the weak, and my substance to the needy. • To Be Careful with my criticism and liberal with my praise; to build up and not destroy.


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History & Structure

THE MOTTO

WE SERVEWhat better way to explain our

mission?




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THE LION MASCOT

Represents

Courage, Strength, Activity, & Fidelity




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L iberty,

I intelligence,O ur

N ation’s

S afety

THE SLOGAN




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AT A GLANCE – HISTORY TIMELINE

1917 Association founded in Chicago, Illinois, USA on June 7 by businessman Melvin Jones.

1920 Association became international with the formation of the first club in Canada.

Atlanta Lions Club chartered. First in SE.

1925 Helen Keller challenges the Lions to become her “knights of the blind in the crusade against blindness.”




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1935 First club in Latin America (Panama) chartered.

1945 Association helps form the Non-Governmental Organizations (NGO) section of the United Nation.

1947 First club in Australia chartered.


1948 First club in Europe chartered.




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1952 Roswell Lions Club chartered.

1953 First clubs in Asia & Africa chartered.

1987 Lions Clubs International becomes the first service club to admit women as members.


1968 LCIF chartered. (501c3 Charitable Foundation)

1990 First club in Russia

1988 International Peace Poster Contest begins




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1990 SightFirst, a major blindness prevention initiative, is launched. $200 million raised.

First Lions Club in China


2003 The Multiple District and District level Women's Membership Development and Participation Chair began on July 4, 2003.

SightFirst II, a continuation and expansion of the program to eliminate preventable causes of blindness worldwide. $200 million raised.

2005

2002




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2007 LCI Ranked as “Best NGO” by 445 corporations in “Corporate Citizenship & Philanthropy.” (NY Financial Times)





History & Structure

Since Lions clubs were established, Lions have been dedicated to giving back to their communities. Lions clubs provide community parks, playgrounds, senior citizen programs and medical care for those in need.

Lions remain committed to improving the lives of those less fortunate – around the world and right at home.




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Part I Quiz

1. Motto?

2. Official Colors?

3. Founder?

4. What challenge did Helen Keller make?

5. Who was the first International President?

6. Where was the association founded?

7. Slogan?




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8. What country joined the USA to make it international?

9. When was the association founded?

10.Who is the current International President?

11.Name 3 of the 11 operating divisions at International headquarters.

12.Name 3 of the 7 International Areas.

13. International Web Site address?

14.Lions Pin is worn on which side of jacket?




History & Structure

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Part II: Structure & Purpose of Multiple District 18 and

District 18-A





Lions District 18-A

Roswell Lions ClubIs a member of

Georgia Lions: District 18-A? Lions in 47 Clubs in Northwest

Georgia

WE SERVE




Lions District 18-A

MD18 = Georgia

Multiple District 18

? Lions ? Clubs 6 Districts

There are approx. 750 Districts in the world.

2010-11 Council Chair, Grace Clower, Snellville Lions Club 18-D, and 6 District Governors constitute the Council of Governors




Lions District 18-A

WHO ARETHE

LIONS?President Jimmy Carter is an active Lions Member and a

Past District Governor – PDGPresident Carter has nominated Lions Clubs International for the

Nobel Peace Prize.




Lions District 18-A

WHO ARE

THE

LIONS?

Lions are Diverse!•Male - Female•Young - Middle aged - Mature•Poor – Middle Class – Wealthy•All nationalities – 205 countries•All religions•All cultures•All languages•All races•All occupations•All professions

Lions are UNITED

in their desire to help others who are in need




Lions District 18-A

ABOUT LIONS

Since 1917, Lions clubs have offered people the opportunity to give something back to their communities. From involving members in projects as local as cleaning up an area park or as far-reaching as bringing sight to the world's blind, Lions clubs have always embraced those committed to building a brighter future for their community.




Lions District 18-A“Proud Responsive Involved

Dedicated Enthusiastic” District Governor

Scott Warren

2010-2011

1st Vice District Governor Alan Bethel

Roswell Lions Club

2nd Vice District Governor Thurmon Morris

Rome Lions Club

Cabinet Secretary Jody Napolitano

Woodstock Lions Club

Cabinet Treasurer David White

Marietta Lions Club

Immediate Past District Governor Barry Broach

Blue Ridge Lions Club

District Historian Ron Crow

Woodstock Lions Club




Lions District 18-A

• District Governor• 1st Vice District Governor• 2nd Vice District Governor• Cabinet Secretary• Cabinet Treasurer• 2 Region Chairpersons• 8 Zone Chairpersons• District Committee Chairpersons

DISTRICT CABINET


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Lions District 18-A

District 18-A: Northwest Georgia

2 REGIONS, 8 ZONES, & 47 Clubs

North Region

Chair, Alan Bethel, 1st VDG

Roswell Lions

Zone 3(Cartersville, Menlo, Rockmart, Rome, Trion)Chair, Fred Carlson, Cartersville Lions

Zone 1 (Ball Ground, Blue Ridge, Chatsworth, Ellijay, Jasper, McCaysville) Chair, Sarah Henson, Blue Ridge Lions

Zone 2(Adairsville, Calhoun, Dalton, Dalton Noon, LaFayette)Chair, Earl Culberson, PCC, Adairsville Lions

Zone 4(Boynton, Chattanooga Valley, Chickamauga, Rossville)Chair, Leon Ellis, Chattanooga Valley Lions




Lions District 18-A

District 18-A: Northwest Georgia

2 REGIONS, 8 ZONES, & 47 Clubs

South Region

Chair, Thurmon Morris, 2nd VDG

Rome Lions

Zone 3(Atlanta Buckhead, Atlanta Hellenic, Atlanta Korean, Atlanta Metro, Hapeville)Chair, Willie A. Alexander, Atlanta Metro Lions

Zone 1 (Alpharetta, Atlanta Latino, Canton, Johns Creek, Roswell, Woodstock) Chair, Jerry Luckett, Woodstock Lions

Zone 2(Atlanta, Atlanta Buckhead Breakfast, Marietta, Sandy Springs, South Cobb)Chair, Patty White, Marietta Lions

Zone 4(Austell, Douglas County, East Cobb, Kennesaw Acworth, Paulding County, West Cobb)Chair, Teri Chambers-Rice, Kennesaw Acworth Lions




Lions District 18-A




Lions District 18-A

Level 4 Protégé Pin Level 4 Mentor Pin




Lions District 18-A

2003-2004 Grand Prize Peace Poster

Student Speaker Contest


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Lions District 4-C3




Lions District 18-A

www.18ALions.com

RoswellLions.org

www.galions.org

www.lionsclubs.org




Lions District 18-A

Part II Quiz1. What District are you a member of?2. What are the geographical boundaries of your district?3. How many clubs are in your district?4. Who is our District Governor?5. What Multiple District are you a member of?6. What are the MD geographical boundaries?7. How many districts are in our MD?8. How many clubs are in our MD?9. What can you tell me about the Council Chair?10. Name 3 district office positions?11. Describe the organizational structure of your district.




Lions District 18-A

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Roswell Lions Club

Part III: History & Structure of

Roswell Lions Club



Lions Clubs InternationalRoswell Lions Club

WHY PEOPLE VOLUNTEER

They desire to help others.

They want to develop, refine, apply, and share their leadership and organizational skills in productive activities.

They want to be part of activities that make a positive difference to their neighborhood, community, country, and world.




THE PURPOSE OF LIONS CLUBS

• Good Fellowship & Social Life

• Identify & meet Community Needs

• Connect with other community leaders to build a better community




LIONISM• Lions Clubs are non-political and

non-sectarian

• Lions Clubs are composed of business professionals and community minded individuals

• Membership is by the invitation of a current Lion, who will serve as Sponsor and Mentor.




Roswell Lions Club

The Roswell Lions Club was chartered August 22, 1952 under the sponsorship of the East Point Lions Club. George J. Polatty was the first club president.

Current member Lion Lewis Mason was president in 1958.




Roswell Lions Club

George Walter Adams W.M. Donehoo George J. Polatty

Otis Ball Hugh Dorris William H. Quay, Jr.

E.G. Barber Young Howell Aubrey E. Reeves

Lucion Bell Emory S. Lunsford Leon Smith

E.L. Buice C.B. Mansell John H. Strickland

Len A. Coker Joe Wayne Martin W. C. Vaughan

Charles W. Cook John Angus Mosteller Sherod E. Wells

W.J. Dolvin Charles B. Newton Charles H. Wright

Pat Donehoo

Charter Members




Roswell Lions Club

• President……………. Lead, Plan, Inspire, Communicate

•IPP…………………….. Mentor current officers

•1st VP…………………. To lead two Board and General Mtgs; Program Chair

•2nd VP………………… Club Leadership Chairperson, Strategic Planning

•3rd VP…………………. Club Orientation Officer

•Secretary……………. Planning, Organization, Management

•Treasurer……………. Four accounts: Admin, Projects, White Cane, Endowment

•Membership………… Plan, Organize, Lead membership growth committee

•Tail Twister………….. Introduction of members at meetings

•Lion Tamer………….. In charge of club equipment and display

•2nd Year Directors….. Membership Retention, mentoring

•1st Year Directors…… Club Guidance, mentoring




Club

Organizational

Chart

ASSEMBLY OF CLUB MEMBERS

BOARD OF DIRECTORSExecutes business of the club, under policies established by the

club membership

PRESIDENTChief Exec. Officer, Chairman of Brd

Presides at all Meetings

SECRETARY

2ND VICE PRES.

TREASURER

1ST VICE PRES.

MEMBERSHIP

3RD VICE PRES.

Tail Twister Lion Tamer

Directors-3 Past President




Roswell Lions Club

Board of Directors – 2010-11President Lion Jeffrey M. HammenImmed Past Pres Lion Jerry Bramblett1st VP Lion Tim Dunn2nd VP Lion Ross Thomas3rd VP Lion Gary CombsSecretary Lion Frances ParsonMembership Lion Donna Combs, Lion Chris WongMembership Lion Chris WongTreasurer Lion Robby RobinsonTail Twister Lion Linda SpudicLion Tamer Lion Vince KartleyDirector 1st Yr Lion Earl AkeDirector 1st Yr Lion Folly Tero-AhatefouDirector 2nd Yr Lion Larry ZacharchukDirector 2nd Yr Lion Doris Westbrook




Roswell Lions Club

Roswell Lions Club...is proud of our

Past District Governors-PDGsJesse Joiner Michael Higgins

John Baird* Glen Croteau

Life MembersJohn Baird* Charles Wright*

Clifford Vaughn* Earl AkeJesse Joiner

*deceased




Roswell Lions Club

Roswell Lions Club

...is proud of our1st Vice District Governor

Alan BethelPast president, 2005-06




Roswell Lions Club

Roswell Lions Club

•Major fund raisers

• Apple Sale

• Christmas Tree Sale

• Charity Golf Outing

• Fly the Flag

• Reverse Raffle Dinner

•Supports EyeSight Roswell

• White Cane Day



Roswell Lions Club

Roswell Lions Club – serving our community since 1952

•Service Activities

• Eyesight Roswell

• Opening Eyes Program with Special Olympics at Emory

• Eye Glass and Hearing Aid Recycling

• Roswell Day of Hope



Roswell Lions Club


•Environmental Activities

• Adopt-A-Road

• Adopt-A-Stream

• Rivers Alive



Roswell Lions Club




Roswell Lions Club


•Youth Activities

• Peace Poster Contest

•Queen of Angels Catholic

•Cottage School

• Lions Young Leaders in Service Awards

• Lions Young Ambassador of the 21st Century



Roswell Lions Club




Roswell Lions Club



Roswell Lions Club



Livermore Lions ClubOur club supports: • Lions Blind Center of Oakland• Lions Blind Center of Pittsburg• FFA/4H Master Showmanship Awards• Local Hospitals and Nursing Homes•City of Hope• American Diabetes Association• Matteo’s Dream: Playground for Special Kids in Concord (4C3 Project)

• Lions In Sight (eyeglass recycling) $9/mbr/yr

•Lions Eye Foundation (free eye care, surgery) $7.50/mbr/yr

•Lions Sight Saver Foundation (free eye exams, new glasses) $2/mbr/yr

•Ear of the Lion Foundation (free used hearing aids) $7.50/mbr/yr

•Lions Project for Canine Companions for Independence $4/mbr/yr

TOTAL $30/mbr/yr



Livermore Lions ClubOur club supports: • Lions Student Speakers Contest (gr 9-12)

• Lions International Peace Poster Contest (gr 6-8)

•Axis Community Health (Public transportation to eye exams)

•Shepherds Gate

•Open Heart Kitchen

•Lions Wilderness Camp for Deaf Children

•Cancer Society Relay for Life

•Special Kids Fishing Days at Del Valle & Shadowcliffs

•Special Kids Day at the Ranch in Brentwood

•Lions Youth Exchange Program

•SightFIrst II, Model Club ($10,000 pledge)

•Lions Clubs International Foundation



Roswell Lions Club

Club Meetings:3rd Monday of each Month, 7:00pm @ Holiday Inn Roswell

Don’t meet in July and August

Board Meetings:

2nd Tuesday of each Month, 7:00pm @ Holiday Inn Roswell

Website:

Roswelllions.org



Roswell Lions Club

New Member Entry Fee

$25

Active Member DuesDues are $60 per quarter; due Jan 1st , April 1st , July 1st and Oct 1st



Roswell Lions Club

Roswell Lions Club

Tail Twisting

Small nominal fines, happy or sad dollars may be assigned for violation of various infractions at club meetings as determined by the Tail Twister.

The Cup – The Chip – 50/50

Members put $1 in the cup and a chip is drawn. The club splits 50/50



Roswell Lions Club

4 Bank Accounts

1. Administrative Fund checkingMember dues, member fines, member raffles, member meals, member donations

2. Special Projects Fund checkingPublic fundraising events, 100% of proceeds after expenses to charities

3. EyeSight Roswell Fund checkingPublic donations, Reverse Raffle/Dinner, Roswell EyeSight Project



Livermore Lions Club

Mentoring Program

Level 1 – ResponsibilityOrientation: __International, __State & District, __Club

(Official Name Badge presented upon completion)




Mentoring Program

Level 2 – Relationships__attend a Board Mtg __participate in a club activity

__bring a guest __visit another club

__visit another branch

__attend a zone/region/district or multiple district meeting or convention

(Official vest & Proud Lion/Proud Sponsor Pins

presented upon completion )




Mentoring ProgramLevel 3 – Results__active role in 2 service activities

__chair a club committee for a year

__conduct a community needs assessment

__develop a club service project or review a current service project

__attend a club board meeting

__attend a zone or region meeting

__attend a district cabinet meeting

__attend a district, multiple district, or international convention

__Sponsor at least two new members

(Level 3 Mentoring Program Achievement Certificates)




Mentoring ProgramLevel 4 – Replication__hold office of club president for one year

__obtain an advanced membership key

(5 or more new members)

__present orientation sessions A, B, & C

for new members

__participate in club extension by assisting to form a new branch or new club

__attend a Leadership Forum, Leadership Institute, or International convention

(Level 4 Mentoring Program Achievement Certificates and Mentor/Protégé Lapel Pins)


Membership Key Awards


Part III Quiz

1. How many years have the Roswell Lions served?

2. Name two current officers of the club.

3. Name one past District Governor from our club.

4. What is one major fundraiser of our club?

5. Name one Foundation of which we are a member club.

6. What is our Membership Goal?

7. When is our next New Member Induction dinner?

8. When are the annual dues to be paid?

9. Where do we meet for our monthly breakfast meeting?

10. Describe 2 of our bank accounts.

11. What must be completed in Mentoring Level 1?


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