Membership
Answers
to Frequently Asked Questions on Membership
Thank you for your interest in Lions Clubs International (LCI). "We Serve" in
communities like yours. Following are answers to some frequently asked questions
on membership to get you started. Please contact LCI or your local club for more
information.
How can I become a Lions
club member?
Membership is through invitation by a local Lions club. To learn more or to be
considered for membership, use the club locator to contact your local Lions
club. You may want to search on the city of your home and/or business as there
may be more than one club in a community and one better suited to your needs.
Use LionNet to see if a local club has its own Web site to learn more. If there
is not a club near you, read further on how to start a Lions club.
How can I join a Leo
club?
Membership in a Leo club is open to young men and women of good character who
meet local age requirements and are deemed eligible by the Leo club committee of
the sponsoring Lions club. Use the Leo Directory to locate the club nearest to
you to inquire about membership. If there is not a Leo club near you, use the
club locator to contact your local Lions club and inquire about starting a Leo
club; or e-mail Youth Programs.
What is a Lions club?
A Lions club is a group that comes together and shares a common interest in
community service, supporting the Lions motto "We Serve." There is more than one
type of Lions club; and one or more may exist in your community. For example,
one Lions club may meet at noon and another in the evening; or there may be a
college campus club. Learn more about the different types of Lions clubs:
Traditional, New Century, Campus, Club Branch and Leo.
What are the benefits of
membership?
There are nearly 1.4 million men and women members of Lions clubs in
193 countries. Lions Clubs International is the world's largest service
organization.
As a Lions club member you will experience:
A network of people who share
common interests and a commitment to service, making an impact on your local
community
Pride in commitment to demonstrate Lions' motto, "We Serve"
Personal growth & leadership opportunities through mentoring and training
programs.
Fellowship with worldwide members at International Convention & exchange
programs
Extension of local efforts through Lions Club's International Foundation helping
others around the world
Access to valuable savings and services.