Membership

Lions Membership Brochure

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.