Multiple District 35 Youth Exchange
looking for Host Families

As the Summer season approaches, the Lions Clubs International Youth Exchange Program with the help of Lions Clubs from around the world will be participating. There are students from foreign countries looking for Host Families in the United States, especially Florida.

The Multiple District 35 Youth Exchange Chair has already received some requests and is in need of Host Families for the students. There are one or two girls from Italy and two or three girls from Finland needing Host Families.

If you would like to become a host family or know of someone who would, pelase contact Lion Joan Richardson, Multiple District 35 Youth Exchange Chair. She can be contacted via telephone at (904) 768-3856 or via e-mail at Bjcr726@aol.com. Lion Joan will provide you with all of the details for serving as a Host Family as well as information on the students.

Employ a Double Membership Strategy
Message from President Eberhard J. Wirfs

Helen Keller, who had all the reasons in the world to lack a positive outlook, once said, “Optimism is the faith that leads to achievement. Nothing can be done without hope and confidence.”

Lions, every instance of our service is a shining moment of optimism and faith. We believe we can uplift lives and improve our communities. Indeed, that’s what Lions have done for 93 years. Read More...

Lions Clubs International Magazine
Lions of Florida and Bahamas Magazine

By now you should already received the latest issues of Lions Clubs International Magazine & Lions of Florida & Bahamas Magazine in the postal mail. If by chance you have not you will always find the links to them here at the Official Lions of Florida and Bahamas, Multiple District web site.

Inside every issue you will not only find the latest news from Lions around the world but will also find the latest news from the Lions of Florida & Bahamas. Click one of the pictures below to read the latest online edition.

2010 USA/Canada Lions Leadership Forum

If you have not yet registered for the 2010 USA/CANADA Lions Leadership Forum in Milwaukee, WI Sept. 23-25 and plan on doing so, PCC Jackie Cameron and 1st VDG John Carbaugh have registration forms.

Registration forms will also be available at the Spring Council of Governors Conference in March. If you prefer to register online or print out your own registration form the links below will provide you with all of the information you need.

Register Online

Download Registration Form

Travel Agency

Airport Transportation

Lions of District 35-A featured
in March 2010 Lion Magazine

On November 7th, 2009 the Lions Clubs in District 35-A were honored at a special street naming ceremony whereas Southwest 147th Avenue from Southwest 7th Street to Southwest 88th Street was dedicated as Lions Clubs Avenue.

The Lions of District 35-A should be proud of the work done in the name of community service.

View the proclamation here or turn to page 7 of your March 2010 issue of Lion Magazine.

You can also view the article along with the entire Lion Magazine on-line by clicking here.

7 Great Lessons You Can Learn from Helen Keller

Helen Keller was an amazing woman. She was blind, deaf, and dumb, yet that didn't stop her from achieving her dreams. Helen was not a person who made excuses, she made things happen. She is a constant reminder that anything is possible.

Despite her circumstances, Helen Keller became a world famous author, activist, and speaker. One of her many accomplishments includes being the first deaf-blind person to earn a Bachelor of Arts degree. I believe we can learn a lot from Helen. Read More...

Celebrate Membership

According to Lions Clubs International, strengthening membership is important for both new and long-term Lions alike. For new Lions, it's about getting acquainted with a new service organization. For long-term Lions, it's about getting back to the basics.

Member Orientation provides new members with the information they need to get started as a Lion. It also serves as a refresher for existing Lions, with information on Lion history, structure, its purpose and ethics. The Mentoring Program teams a knowledgeable Lion mentor with a new Lion. The mentor's role is to acquaint the new member with Lions Clubs International, encourage club involvement, develop their leadership skills and offer guidance for holding a club position.

Continue to keep members engaged by incorporating various Membership Retention programs. These programs focus on club cooperation, member morale and enhanced meetings to help get members involved. Celebrate new members by participating in Lions Worldwide Induction Day. This year’s Worldwide Induction Day is Saturday, April 24, 2010. Read More...

By The Numbers

As of March 1, 2010 there are 1,334,734 Lions in 45,888 Lions Clubs in 205 countries around the world.

In Multiple District 35 there are 6,809 Lions in 297 Lions Clubs, with more Lions Clubs in the works and more Lions being inducted every day.

Over US$2.2 million has been mobilized so far by Lions Hope for Haiti. 3 Lions Tent Cities have been created using 200 donated tents to temporarily house up to 900 families or nearly 3,600 people. To date 200 tents have been erected with more on their way.

Lions Club Community Needs Accessment
Because Lions help where help is needed

Once a year, your Lions Club should assess the programs and services you provide to your local community. Through a simple assessment, you will be able to understand:

• What kinds of volunteer services your community needs.
• Which projects and programs are important to the people in your area.
• Whether your clubs’ current service projects are still needed by the community.
• If other organizations in your area are providing similar services.

By utilizing the Community Needs Accessment Form your Lions Club will be able to better serve your community. Your Lions Club might even consider the Lions Services for Children Community Needs Accessment.

Both forms are available from Lions Clubs International by clicking the links below.

Community Needs Accessment

Lions Services for Children Community Needs Accessment

You asked for it so here it is
e-Clubhouse

If you want to become a member of e-Clubhouse but are unsure where to start, download the e-Clubhouse User Guide. If you are not Internet Savy and require further assistance contact your webmaster and he will be more then happy to help get you started.