About Lions of Arizona
Who are Lions?
The International Association of Lions Clubs was started in Chicago by Melvin Jones on June 7, 1917, and was a consolidation of several independent clubs already in existence. this was the founding of the most active, most representative, and largest service club organization in the world.
The purpose of a Lions Club is to determine community needs and to develop means of meeting them, either through their own efforts or in cooperation with other agencies. Each year, Lions Clubs complete thousands of separate worthwhile humanitarian and community activities.
International Lionism is non-sectarian and non-political, yet it inspires a lively interest in governmental and civic affairs. It is an active and efficient force for world service, exerting enormous influence for national welfare, international amity and peace, and social, cultural, and economic progress. The prestige of Lions' work in all fields of service is recognized throughout the world.
The 1.35 million members of this volunteer organization in 206 countries and geographic areas are different in many ways, but share a core belief – community is what we make it. At the same time, Lions Clubs provide good fellowship and social activities for their members.
Arizona Projects
In addition to local and international projects, Lions Clubs in Arizona support the following projects:
LIONS FOUNDATION OF ARIZONA, INC. ~ Founded in 1961, the LFA is the information offices for the Lions Clubs and facilitates services to organizations serving the blind, deaf, and handicapped.
The LIONS SIGHT & HEARING FOUNDATION is devoted to preventing or curing blindness and providing hearing aids to those who cannot afford required health care. They collect and restore used eye glasses and hearing aids for reuse in Arizona.
The MELVIN JONES LIONS INTERNATIONAL MEMORIAL is located in Ft Thomas, Arizona, birthplace of Lions Club founder, Melvin Jones. It is a Lions Clubs International Shrine and an Arizona Historic Site.
CAMP TATIYEE, located in the Sitgreaves National Forest near Show Low, is a full service summer camp for physically handicapped children and adults who attend free of charge.
Membership is by invitation only. Please consider this your invitation. Prospective members must attend two meetings prior to induction. This gives you an opportunity to make some new friends, enjoy yourself, and decide if you might dedicate yourself to our goals through membership in the Bullhead City Lions Club.
Dues and Fees
The administrative costs of Lions Club are supported by dues. Meals are paid in accordance with our meeting site menu.
Benefits of Membership
For the member:
Ÿ Community service
Ÿ Personal growth
Ÿ Fellowship and friendship
Ÿ Development of leadership skills
For the club:
Ÿ New ideas
Ÿ More "hands" for service & fundraising
Ÿ More friends to promote giving & serving
For the local & larger community:
Ÿ Glasses & other vision aid for local children
Ÿ Support for Arizona & International projects
Prospective Members Lions Club membership is rewarding because of the fellowship before, during, and after meetings and other social gatherings. The most rewarding experiences though are the services we provide to the local community.