1A Governor’s Newsletter
DGBrendaStevens:
District1A
Halloween is just over. Next week National Elections will be coming to an end, and we have many holidays to celebrate. First, we have Thanksgiving Day. It is our duty and honour to give thanks to Lord God for giving us a good job, nice house, sweet kids and all the happiness we enjoy in this world.
At this time as we remember our
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close relatives and share food with heavenly blessings, let usthink about our neighbours, people in our communities, those who are in need and share something.
Thousands of people are suffering due to natural disasters like hurricanes in the South. Many people have nothing to celebrate coming holidays. They lost everything. Our district’s humanitarian wing, “VOICES” is collecting various things from cannedfoodstoclothes,shampoo, soaps, detergents, etc., etc. Let us chipinourwhateverpossibleshare and send it to Southern States.
This is the best time to donate money to LCIF for the natural disaster fund to help hurricane victims. Encourage club members to become Melvin Jones Fellows
and donate money to the Disaster Fund.
Those clubs who did not assign their Club LCIF Coordinators, it is time now to do so. Traditionally, the immediate past president should take this responsibility. If
FROM THEDESKOFIVDG RICH:
Good morning, Lions & Leos!
It’s been an exciting month of October! New members being sworn in, a new Lions Club chartered, and 60+ Leos added to our family…OH MY!! Talk about taking Mission 1.5 and putting your stamp on it for the month of October! Many applauses all aroundforyoureffortsthismonth. I started the month joining the team behind this year’s Convention to discuss where we
he or she is not available, assign some hard-working lion for this position.
Let us give thanks to our God by sharing and caring for others, the needy people in our communities.
are at with our Governors Magic in Disney convention. Let me tell you thateveryone ontheteamissuper excited during these planning stages. There isn’t a stone being left unturned to ensure you all will have a fantastic time! Please make sure you’re talking up the convention to your club members. It’s incredibly important that we support Governor Brenda and blow the doors off the Westin Hotelwithexcitement,Lionismand Love.
This month alone I have had the pleasure of swearing in 8 new membersbetweenChicagoNurses for Diabetes and Chicago Ridge LionsClub.Ialsosworein60+new Leos and their officers to the Harold L. Richards Leo Club. These are the most exciting times as
leadership. Spending time during fellowshipwithnewLionsandLeos is always refreshing to listen to their reasons to join and what they are most passionate about.
I also attended the Palos Lions Club 75th Anniversary where they not only recognized their members, but they also recognize first responders from six different township departments. Palos Lions are unique in that they serve three townships within their community of service. Palos Park, Palos Heights and Palos Hills. All three police and fire departments recognized a first responder of the year and awarded those individuals with plaques and a round of applause from the audience in attendance.
As convention season rolls in, Governors and Vice Governors will visit other conventions throughout our MD1 (Multiple District) to support those Governors and Vice Governors who are on our respective council or future council.Ispeakaboutrelationships at the club, zone/region and district level and how important it isthatweallestablishandmaintain those relationships because
synergy will help make your time as a Lion so much easier. We practice this at the leadership level as well. Insert what I mentioned earlier about attending the conventions outside of 1A. We as Governors and Vice Governors believe very strongly that a unified front or relationships if you will, amongsteachother,willblossoma strong MD1 for the future. I spent this past weekend visiting District 1M to support Governor Ruthey Wimbley and Governor Elect Mark Wyer. The fun and fellowship from our family to the south is always nothing short of remarkable. Lastly, to wrap up October I left Champaign and stopped by the Tinley Park Lions Football Fundraiser.Fromthegiftbasketsto thetimewithLionsfamilytoseeing how excited they were for their event was a sight to see. Seeing our Chicago Bears lose is a whole other story that I refuse to share withyou.Ihavenothingnicetosay about that. Lol
Lions of District 1A, I know there weremanymoreeventsthismonth that I missed but I want to make sure that you know my heart was and is always with you. I truly wish
there was more time in a day and month to get to everyone, but I can’t. Congrats on all your events. Keep up the great work, it never goes unnoticed. Always make sure to plug those events into the Lions Portal so I can see all the great accomplishments. The month of November is going to be another busy month of events, so I hope to see as many of you next month as I can.
In the spirit of Halloween, you knowwhatwouldbescary?Ifevery club from our district at minimum
brought one new prospective member to just sit in on our meetings. Then record that in your meeting minutes, follow up with them and then maybe, just maybe, come November we will be THANKFUL for 74 new members…Talk about a Thanksgiving treat for our district. :)
Forever Yours in Service,
RichardA.Moy First Vice District Governor
Dear Lions and Leos,
Each time I witness or hear about a service project made possible through an LCIF grant, I am inspired and filled with immense pride because of the innovative ways Lions and Leos across the globe make a difference in our communities. I encourage you to learn more about LCIF grant opportunities to see if there is a grant that can enhance your club’s or district’s impact in your communities, including a new Vision Grant opportunity that I hope you will explore.
Each and every one of your gifts to the foundation enables LCIF to offer these life-changing grants. Thank you to everyone who continues
to support our global foundation, and thank you as well for sharing your stories of service with the world. You are all an important part of our success.
Yours in service,
Dr. Patti Hill, LCIF Chairperson
Celebrating 40 Years of Empowering Youth
LCIF is commemorating 40 years since awarding the first grant for Lions Quest programming. Learn more about the evolution and impact of this youth development program.
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New Grant Opportunity: Vision Grant
Building on the legacy of SightFirst, the new Vision Grant program supports Lions-led efforts to combat blindness, prevent vision loss and assist those who are visually impaired.
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Thank You Donors!
Every donation to LCIF, no matter the amount, is helping change lives in communities in need across the globe. Thank you for your continued support.
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Global Membership Approach
As of November. 1st numbers, we sit at a plus in membership for the Year. I would like to thank the twenty-five clubs who made the effort to strengthen your clubs by adding members. The number one reason for adding members to our clubs is more hands for more service. Eleven of the twenty-five added members to offset drops. That’ s exactly what needs to be done, lose one add two. The service grows and it relieves the stress put on our members trying to maintain the good things we do in our communities with less help.
Governor Brenda is asking that each club do their best in adding members to your club this year. She would be honored to be sending in your applications for the club excellence award at the end of your successful year.
One of the items needed is a plus two in membership. We have twelve clubs right now that have that item checked off. They just need to keep their members satisfied. A happy Lion never leaves a club… Learn more about the Club Excellence Award from your Region and Zone Chairs.
MemberSatisfaction
Here are a few tips that will help you get started in defining member satisfaction in your club:
• Ask your members! Members feel involved when you ask for their opinions. Ask your members: Why is the club here? Do our activities demonstrate this? If a non-Lion looked at one year of our events, what would they think is essential to our club? o You can use the Member Questionnaire at the back of this guide to facilitate this conversation and modify it to fit your needs.
• Assess why your members have left in the past. While there are some common themes worldwide, it will help if you contact former members to learn why they left. Along with the New Member Questionnaire in this guide, there is a Former Member Questionnaire that you can modify to fit your needs. o Consider devoting time during a club meeting or holding a special meeting to discuss member satisfaction.
• Carefully consider whether your club’s stated objectives, goals and mission statement reflect what your current members want your club to be.
NewClub Development &ClubRebuilding
Congratulations to the Chicago Metropolitan Lions Club who held their Charter Party, October 6th with a Family Bowling Party. They are busy providing service to those in need. We have contacted five areas of our District to open new clubs. I’m happy to report we will be chartering the newest club shortly, please watch for more information.
As always, please contact out team if you have a group or area that you believe would continue to move our District forward in positive membership growth and more service to area underserved.
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Lions Presidents, if you haven’t already done so, please appoint a LCIF Club Coordinator. The position helps get information to the club faster to keep your club informed about your foundation.
Between July 1st and October 14, 2024, LCIF awarded 147 grants globally totaling $2,828,653 under the cause of Disaster Relief.
Currently, $350,000 has been for US Hurricane relief. Our foundation continues to review request from Districts who may need additional funds. . Please consider donating to our Disaster Relief Fund: bit.ly/3XFfxrP #LCIFLions
Contact PID Dan for your pin today…
Hurricane Helene is currently impacting the southeastern coastline of the United States, particularly affecting Florida. Many homes have been damaged and numerous families are displaced. In the face of this humanitarian crisis, we, as Lions, are prepared to step in and help. Your generous donation to LCIF enables us to continue our vital work in these challenging times. Please consider donating to our Disaster Relief Fund: bit.ly/3XFfxrP #LCIFLions
When the Desplaines River flooded our community, the Village of Forest View back in 2013. LCIF was there for us, enabling our Lions to help the residents clean up and recover from their devasting floods. LCIF empowers our clubs to do greater things. Donate to LCIF today, help our fellow Lions in the southeastern states. They need help now.
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DISTRICT 1-A GLOBAL SERVICE
PDG JONI McMILLAN, CHAIRPERSON
Hello District 1-A Lions,
To date, we have had 2 successful District Service Projects: Aunt Martha’s Baby Shower and Primo Center for Homeless Women with Children. Thank you to ALL the clubs who participated in both of these projects. Please remember to add these to the Lion Portal.
Regions 5 & 6 are collecting items for victims of Hurricane Helene in North Carolina. VOICES President, Lion Karl Schulz, will personally be delivering all the items that are being collected. Thank you, Lion Karl! Cabinet Secretary Lion Brenda Block has sent out the flyers regarding this service project, so please look at it and let’s help these people in need.
We will be doing another District Service Project for Childhood Cancer. More information will follow shortly once Governor Brenda, and our committee meet to get all the final details.
In the meantime, keep up the great work in providing service for your community, and mark it in the Lions Portal.
Have a safe and blessed Thanksgiving.
Thank you,
PDG Joni McMillan
District 1-A GST Chairperson
Lion Dr. Austin Dsouza at District
1M Convention at Holiday Inn, Champaign.
PID Bob Block with his grandson Nick at 1M Convention.
1A Lions at District 1M Convention with ID Chris Carlone.
Richard’s High School Leos with 1A Lion Guests at their induction of 60 New Leos.
Oak Lawn Richards Leos taking oath on October 24, 2024.
Chicago Healthcare Alliance Lions getting ready to haver their
Christmas Carrols fundraiser in December, 2024.
Chicago Nurses for Diabetes Lions Club held their Senior & Resource Health Fair on October 18. Several community members attended this event.
Region5MeetingatPapaJohns at Orland Park:
held their first Charter Nite at Tivoli Lanes Bowl:
At District 1CN Convention with ID
Debbie Cantrell, Misourie.
PID Bob Block at the District 1CN convention at St. Jacobs, Illinois.
Chicago Healthcare Alliance Lions Club members participated in Glendale Heights Health Camp.
Some Chicago Ridge Lions getting ready to collect Candy Day donations in their community.
Chicago Ridge Lions Clu held their Nascar Party. Many community members took part in this special event.
Tinley Park Lions Bear Football fundraiser on October 27th .
Voices of District 1-A collecting supplies for North Carolina Hurricane victims. Yesterday the trailer was in Glenwood, Il (Glenwood Lions) and today the trailer was in Chicago Ridge, Il. (Chicago Ridge Lions and Chicago Ridge Boy Scouts). There are so manypeopleandDistrict1-Aclubs tothank.Andabigthankyoutoall the residents for their donations,
and let’s not forget all the monetary donations that we received, stay tuned for donations for Florida.
Palos Lions Club celebrates its 75th Charter Anniversary.
