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ABOUT US:

In 1917, Melvin Jones, a Chicago business leader, told members of his local business club they should reach beyond business issues and address the betterment of their communities and the world. Jones' group, the Business Circle of Chicago, agreed. 

 

After contacting similar groups around the United States, an organizational meeting was held on June 7, 1917, in Chicago, Illinois, USA. The new group took the name of one of the invited groups, the "Association of Lions Clubs," and a national convention was held in Dallas, Texas, USA in October of that year. A constitution, by-laws, objects and a code of ethics were approved.

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MISSION STATEMENT:

To empower volunteers to serve their communities, meet humanitarian needs, encourage peace and promote international understanding through Lions clubs.

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VISION STATEMENT:

To be the global leader in community and humanitarian service.

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ORGANIZATIONAL STATEMENT:

We serve.  We have more volunteers in more places than any other service organization in the world.  We are friends, neighbors, and leaders ready to help  our communities thrive and grow. 

48,000

Clubs Worldwide

1.4 Million

Members

71.3 Million

Meals Served

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Want to get involved?  
Become a Lion today!
Club members gather for a monthly dinner meeting (first Thursday of each month)
 
Medinah Signature Events
550 N Shriners Dr, Addison
Check in @ 6:15
Dinner @ 7:15 

Email:  
itascalions@gmail.com


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Every local Lion's Club is supported by the International Lion's Club Association.
 
We are the global leader in humanitarian service.

Through the 
power of service and generosity, we are changing the world!!

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