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Recently, our District Leadership received notice of a number of Clubs in District 37 who were falling into “Status Quo” status for past due balances to LCI older than 90 days. We have worked to resolve those issues and still have some work to complete. LCI adopted a policy of posting any outstanding Club invoice to LCI online at Lions Portal. They have discontinued the practice of mailing printed invoices monthly, semi-annually, or annually. We have discussed options for remedy and are consulting with LCI about those approaches. Until we have a clear alternative, we will offer the following:

Lions International will post outstanding invoices on your club account monthly. Please use the procedure below to download, save, and print a copy of your invoices. Please check them and forward any remittance to LCI to maintain “Active” Status for your Club.

How to Find, Access, and Download Your Lions Clubs International Invoice

A Step-by-Step Guide for Club Administrators, Treasurers, Secretaries, and Presidents

Every Lions Club has financial responsibilities to Lions Clubs International (LCI). One important responsibility is monitoring the club’s accounts, reviewing invoices, and ensuring that payments are on time.

Whether you are a Club Administrator, Treasurer, Secretary, or President, knowing how to locate and download your club’s LCI invoice is an important part of effective club management.

The following instructions will help you find your club’s invoice through the Lion Portal.

 Step 1: Access the Lions International Website

1. Open your internet browser.
2. Go to lionsclubs.org.
3. Select the Lion Portal login option.
4. Sign in using your Lion Account credentials (email address and password).

If you have not established your Lion Account, follow the account registration instructions on the login page.

 Step 2: Navigate Your Club’s Financial Information

Once you have successfully logged in:

1. Open the My Club
2. Look for Club Statements.
3. Select this option to access your club’s financial information.

You should now be able to review the financial statements and outstanding balances associated with your club.

Step 3: Locate the Invoice You Need

Review the available statements and financial documents.

Look for the invoice or statement you need. Pay attention to:

• The invoice or statement date.
• The billing period.
• The amount due.
• The invoice reference or account information.
• Any payment deadlines.

If you do not immediately see the document you need, check the available statement periods, and document listings.

Step 4: Open and Download the Invoice

Once you locate the appropriate document:

1. Select the invoice or document you wish to view.
2. Open the document.
3. Look for the download icon or the option to save the document.
4. Select Download or Save As, depending on your browser.
5. Save the document to your computer in PDF format, if available.

Choose a recognizable file name, such as: ClubName_LCI_Invoice_October2026.pdf

This will make it easier to locate the invoice when preparing financial reports or reviewing club records.

 Step 5: Save and Share the Invoice

After downloading the invoice:

• Save a copy of your club’s financial records.
• Provide a copy to the Club Treasurer if someone else retrieved it.
• Share the invoice with the appropriate club officers or board members.
• Record the invoice amount and payment due date in your club’s financial tracking system.
• Retain the document for future reference and financial accountability.

 Important Reminders

1. Check the portal regularly. Do not wait for someone to remind you that an invoice is due. Make checking the club’s financial account part of your regular administrative routine.
2. Keep your club’s records current. Accurate membership records are important because international membership dues are based on the club’s membership information.
3. Work as a leadership team. The President, Secretary, Treasurer, and designated Club Administrator should communicate about the club’s financial responsibilities. Everyone should understand where invoices are located and who is responsible for processing payments.
4. Remember that access and payment authority may differ. Being able to view or download a financial document does not necessarily mean you have authorization to make payments. Follow your club’s financial procedures and assigned responsibilities.
5. Don’t confuse LCI invoices with LCIF donations. Lions Clubs International and Lions Clubs International Foundation are separate organizations with different financial purposes. Make sure you are accessing the correct account and document.

 Need Additional Assistance?

For official payment instructions and financial resources, visit:

Lions Clubs International – Finance Resources

Lions Clubs International – Payment Instructions

For questions concerning club invoices, account balances, or payments, contact the LCI Accounts Receivable Department:

Email: [email protected]

Telephone: +1 630-203-3810

In Service,

Jon Kimble

District Governor,

Montana Lions District 37

559-352-1455

Dear Fellow Lions,

As we embark on another incredible year of service, District 37 has established five critical, actionable goals designed to expand our reach, fortify our existing clubs, and elevate our impact across the Big Sky State. True success requires dedication, persistent effort, and a collaborative spirit. We are off to a phenomenal start, but crossing the finish line requires all hands on deck!

Here is an update on our five primary district goals and the tangible progress we are making right now.

Our District 37 Goals & Progress Update

1. Launching a New Club in Libby, MT

We have successfully wrapped up our community interest meetings in Libby and have already identified five passionate individuals ready to step up and form a local club! To formalize the next steps, an initial organizational meeting is scheduled for tonight, September 30, 2026.

2. Planting Seeds for a New Club in Lewistown, MT

The groundwork in Lewistown is moving rapidly. Our teams have begun surveying local citizens to gauge community needs and have developed excellent local contacts. These new allies are eagerly stepping up to help us execute a massive Lions Club project: performing vital eye screenings across 5 local schools on October 4 and 5.

To maintain this incredible momentum, District 37 is hosting its annual Leadership Retreat in Lewistown on October 2 and 3, 2026. Following the retreat, executive staff will remain on the ground for a few days to continue building club formation interest.

3. Assisting Hot Springs, MT with Recruitment & Retention

We are actively building out tailored support systems to aid the Hot Springs Lions Club in attracting fresh faces and keeping current members engaged. Strong clubs require stable foundations, and we are committed to providing them with the necessary tools and toolkits.

4. Revitalizing the Bozeman Noontime Club

Our Past District Governor and Zone 13 Chairperson have formally agreed to step in, contact, and personally mentor the Bozeman Noontime Club. This targeted leadership support will directly focus on member recruitment and strengthening retention strategies.

5. Increasing LCIF Contributions by 5% Year-Over-Year

The Lions Clubs International Foundation (LCIF) does vital work globally, but its impact here at home is unmatched. District Executive Staff have been hitting the pavement making official club visits to spread a critical message: Montana Lions Clubs receive significantly more funding back from LCIF than our clubs collectively contribute. Boosting our district donations by 5% ensures that this powerful cycle of compounding local grants continues.

Direct Comparison: Expansion vs. Support Focus

To give you a bird’s-eye view of how our strategic focus is divided this quarter, take a look at our current balance between new club development and existing club reinforcement:

How You Can Help

These goals are specific and entirely achievable, but they cannot rest solely on the shoulders of your executive staff. We need the persistent effort of local Lions who understand that the people who know a community best are those who call it home.

If you are ready to roll up your sleeves and help with the Lewistown eye screenings, the Libby expansion, or local recruitment, please reach out directly to your Zone Chairperson or a member of the District 37 Governing Staff today! Let’s keep this great momentum going.

In Service,

Jon Kimble

District Governor,

Montana Lions District 37

559-352-1455

Global Impact, Local Action:  Lions Clubs International Announces Global Weeks of Service

Fellow Lions,

Lions Clubs International (LCI) has officially unveiled the schedule and focus areas for its upcoming global campaign, calling on all Lions and Leos across District 37 to join forces in addressing key community needs. The initiative focuses on three critical service pillars—Vision, Youth, and the Environment— distributing global efforts into targeted weeks throughout the Lion year.

Mark Your Calendars for District 37 Service Focuses:

• Vision Week: October 8–18, 2026
• Youth Week: February 13–21, 2027
• Environment Week: May 29–June 6, 2027

District 37 leaders encourage local club officers and service chairpersons to align upcoming club projects with these international dates to maximize our collective reach.

Additionally, District 37 will hold a Leadership Retreat at the YOGO Inn in Lewistown, MT. Mark Your Calendars for District 37 Leadership Training – October 2 – 3, 2026.  To register, go to this link on the website:  https://www.montanalions.org/retreat-registration/

Key Focus Areas & Project Ideas

Vision (October 8–18, 2026)

Kick off the service year by anchoring projects around World Sight Day (October 8) or International White Cane Day (October 15). Clubs can coordinate local vision screenings, collect used eyeglasses for recycling, or launch new visual support initiatives in their communities.

Youth (February 13–21, 2027)

Focusing on the next generation, this week aligns with International Childhood Cancer Day (February 15). Local clubs are encouraged to organize projects benefiting local youth, run Lions KidSight vision screenings, support pediatric hunger initiatives, or promote Lions Youth Camps & Exchange programs.

Environment (May 29–June 6, 2027)

Timed alongside World Environment Day (June 5), this week centers on local conservation, cleanup projects, environmental education, and sustainable community improvements.

Planning & Reporting Resources

To assist club leaders with marketing materials, project planning kits, and reporting tools, full details and downloadable guides are available directly on the Lions Clubs International Weeks of Service Page. Weeks-of-Service

Be sure to log all of your completed activities through the official service reporting portal following each event to ensure District 37’s contributions are counted toward our worldwide impact!

Let’s have a GREAT year!

In Service,

Jon Kimble

District Governor,

Montana Lions District 37

559-352-1455

Fellow Lions,

In a renewed bid to broaden its impact and reverse a longstanding membership decline, Lions Clubs International (LCI) continued a multi-year strategy – Mission 1.5 – aimed at expanding both its membership and the reach of its service projects. The plan, reiterated at this year’s International gathering in Hong Kong, aims to achieve 1.5 million Lions Members by the 2027 – 2028 Lions Year.

The core objective is straightforward: “more members, more service!”  Lions’ service is wide given the sponsored programs: vision, health, environmental improvement, among its service programs around the world. LCI leaders emphasized that increasing enrollment is not merely about numbers, but about expanding our service to communities in need, from vision screenings in rural clinics to disaster-response relief, youth mentorship programs and diabetes awareness and treatment.

District 37 has engaged The Wendt Agency to promote Lions across Montana.  The initial phase of the project will be aimed at engaging our neighbors where Lions Clubs are no longer active or have never been present.  The new members and Clubs are expected to contribute to the Lions Mission, strengthen Lions in Montana, and serve more of our communities.  Changes to LCI administration include:

• Expanded recruitment and onboarding: new digital tools to simplify sign-ups, streamlined mentoring for new members, and targeted outreach to women, younger professionals, and diverse communities.
• Strengthened youth and family pathways: renewed support for Leo Clubs and college-age volunteers as pipelines for future Lions, with enhanced training and project funding.
• Local-to-global service alignment: a framework to connect local clubs’ service projects to broader international campaigns, improving impact visibility and collaboration.
• Strategic partnerships: collaborations with corporations, nonprofits, and government-led public health and humanitarian initiatives to provide scaled opportunities for service.

Success will be reason to celebrate!  If you would like to know more, visit https://www.montanalions.org/ or https://www.lionsclubs.org/en

Let’s have a GREAT year!

Jon Kimble

District Governor,

Montana Lions District 37

559-352-1455