Lions International News Releases

Khalsa Aid International to Receive 2026 Lions International Humanitarian Award

Mon, 04 May 2026 10:00:00 -0400

(Oak Brook, Illinois--(Newsfile Corp. - May 4, 2026) - Lions International has named Khalsa Aid International as the recipient of the prestigious 2026 Lions International Humanitarian Award, recognizing the organization's extraordinary leadership in global humanitarian relief and disaster response. Founder and CEO Ravi Singh will accept the award on behalf of the organization.The Lions International Humanitarian Award honors individuals and organizations whose dedication to service exemplifies...

Brazilian Student Adriene Mirelly da Silva Wins 2025-2026 Lions International Peace Essay Contest Grand Prize

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0400

Oak Brook, Illinois--(Newsfile Corp. - April 23, 2026) - Adriene Mirelly da Silva, a 13-year-old student from Palmares, Brazil, has been named the grand prize winner of the 2025-2026 Lions International Peace Essay Contest, sponsored by the Palmares Lions Club.The Lions International Peace Essay Contest encourages young people with visual impairments, ages 11-13, to share their perspectives on peace through writing. This year's theme, "Together as One," inspired thousands of students worldwide...

From Neighborhoods to Nations: Lions Clubs International Unites People to Protect the Environment

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 14:00:00 -0400

Key Points:Lions Clubs International members are leading environmental service projects in local areas around the world.Efforts include tree planting, recycling programs and ecosystem restoration.Projects are designed to address environmental challenges at the local level.Oak Brook, Illinois--(Newsfile Corp. - April 20, 2026) - Around the world, Lions Clubs International members are planting trees in neighborhood parks, cleaning up local waterways and leading recycling efforts in their cities....

13-Year-Old Student from China Named Grand Prize Winner of Lions International Peace Poster Contest

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0400

Oak Brook, Illinois--(Newsfile Corp. - April 16, 2026) - Lions International is proud to announce that 13-year-old Yifan He of Dalian, China has been named the Grand Prize Winner of the Lions International Peace Poster Contest. He's winning poster was sponsored by the Dalian Gao Er Fu Lions Club, celebrating the power of art to inspire peace and unity around the world.2025-2026 Lions International Peace Poster Grand Prize Winner "Together as One" by Yifan HeTo view an enhanced version of this...

Lions Clubs International to Host Global Advocacy Events for Lions Day with the United Nations

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 10:00:00 -0400

Oak Brook, Illinois--(Newsfile Corp. - March 12, 2026) - Lions International proudly announces the upcoming 48th annual Lions Day with the United Nations (LDUN), a series of global advocacy events bringing together Lions, Leos, United Nations diplomats, global leaders and community advocates to renew collaboration on humanitarian service.As Lions International celebrates more than 80 years of partnership with the United Nations, this year's Lions Day with the United Nations events will take...

Fighting Hunger Starts at Home: How Lions are Feeding Communities Worldwide

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 15:00:00 -0500

Oak Brook, Illinois--(Newsfile Corp. - January 21, 2026) - On any given day in neighborhoods around the world, Lions clubs are packing meals for families in need, tending to community gardens, and checking in on seniors who rely on food assistance to get through the week. These volunteers aren't strangers being called in to help-they are neighbors, responding to a need they see every day.According to a recent United Nations report, an estimated 673 million people worldwide (about 8.2% of the...

Lions International Showcases the Magic in Teamwork at Rose Parade

Fri, 26 Dec 2025 10:00:00 -0500

Pasadena, California--(Newsfile Corp. - December 26, 2025) - Lions International will ring in the New Year with a vibrant celebration of service and unity during the 137th Rose Parade presented by Honda. This year's theme, "The Magic in Teamwork," perfectly captures the spirit that drives Lions and Leos around the world as they come together to make a difference through humanitarian service.The 2026 Lions International Rose Parade float is titled “In Harmony We Serve”.To view an enhanced version...

The Next Generation of Leaders: Leos Create Meaningful Change Through Service

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 15:00:00 -0500

Oak Brook, Illinois--(Newsfile Corp. - December 5, 2025) - As mental health, climate change, and social isolation shape a generation's experience, one thing is clear: young people are ready to lead — and they're already doing it. And now, with the United Nations naming 2026 International Volunteer Year, there is a renewed global call to recognize and promote service-minded people of all ages. Through the Leo Program, the youth arm of Lions Clubs International, more than 200,000 Leos in over 150...

Lions Clubs Worldwide Take Action for Mental Health and Well-being

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 15:07:00 -0400

World Mental Health Day highlights Lions' growing commitment to serving in mental health Oak Brook, Illinois--(Newsfile Corp. - October 1, 2025) - On World Mental Health Day, October 10, Lions International-the world's largest membership-based service organization-reaffirms its commitment to supporting mental health and well-being through a global service initiative launched in 2025.The initiative, which promotes awareness, education, and advocacy, includes the first Lions Week of Service for...

Lions International Served More than 410 Million People Worldwide Last Year

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 16:01:00 -0400

Oak Brook, Illinois--(Newsfile Corp. - September 25, 2025) - Between July 1, 2024, and June 30, 2025, Lions International members served more than 410 million people globally, reflecting the unwavering dedication of over 1.4 million Lions and Leos."Over the past year, Lions worldwide have once again demonstrated the true power of making a mark," said Fabrício Oliveira, Immediate Past International President of Lions Clubs International and current Chairperson of Lions Clubs International...