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LCI President’s Message-February 2026

 

President’s Message

Lead to Serve, Serve To Lead
with International President A.P. Singh

Dear Lion,

As a Lion, you are a leader in your community. Your belief in service and your desire to make a difference — both at home and around the world — are what inspired you to become a Lion.

Every project you begin and every role you take on is an act of leadership that strengthens our entire association. And every person you invite helps us reach our MISSION 1.5 goals and do even more good for the people who need us.

At this midpoint of the Lion year, now is the perfect time to reflect on how you can continue to be a force for positive action in your club and beyond. Show those around you what it means to succeed — and what it means to be a Lion.

Together in service,

A.P. Singh
International President

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Dates to Remember – February 2026

FEBRUARY CLUB ANNIVERSARIES

351 years of service!!!

Kalispell Sunrisers                    2/03/1969

Nashua                                      2/12/1952

Plains                                        2/23/1944

Bozeman Gallatin Empire       2/24/1969

Fairfield                                      2/26/1940

UPCOMING DISTRICT MEETING DATES

District Cabinet Meeting – April 19, 2026 @ 9:00am following the Convention

MT Lions Sight & Hearing Foundation – April 19, 2026 @ noon following the Convention

 

2026 MD C CONVENTION

MARK YOUR CALENDARS

APRIL 10-11, 2026

GRAND PRAIRIE, ALBERTA

KEYNOTE SPEAKER – 1ST VP MARK S. LYON

2026 DISTRICT 37 CONVENTION

MARK YOUR CALENDARS

APRIL 17-18, 2026

COLUMBIA FALLS, MONTANA

KEYNOTE SPEAKER – PID DEB WEAVERLING

LIONS CLUB INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION SCHEDULE

2026 Hong Kong – Jul 3-7

2027 Washington DC – July 2-6

2028 Singapore -June 23-27

2029 Minneapolis, MN

2030 San Antonio TX

2031 – Helsinki Finland

UPCOMING USA/CANADA FORUMS

USA/CANADA LIONS LEADERSHIP FORUMS CAN BE RELATED TO ALL AREAS OF YOUR LIFE – NOT JUST LIONS

2026  Memphis TN – September 3 – 5

2027  Huntsville, AB – September 16-18

2028 Grand Rapids, MI – To be announced

2029 Shreveport, LA – To be announced

 

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She Leads – Global Lions Symposium-March 8, 2026

SAVE THE DATE

March 8, 2026

International Women’s Day

She Leads – A Global Lions Symposium

🗓 March 8, 2026 | International Women’s Day
🕘 9:00 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
This International Women’s Day, join us for She Leads—a powerful, global symposium uplifting women in Lionism and shaping the future of inclusive leadership in service.
🔹 Theme: Empowering Women. Inspiring Action. Leading Together.
🔹 Who’s Invited: Lions, Leos, allies, and change-makers worldwide
🔹 Where: Global | Virtual
🔗 Registration Link found below
📌 Meeting ID: 879 1014 7859
🔐 Passcode: 636835
Expect powerful panels, regional spotlights, and bold dialogue on:
💡 Leadership & visibility
🎤 Global storytelling & allyship
📈 Strategies for growth and inclusive innovation
Together, we rise. Together, She Leads.
 
 
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Special Notice for Club Officers Unable to Register on the Lion Portal

ALL CLUB OFFICERS TRYING TO REGISTER ON THE LION PORTAL – Try Again!

We’ve had several club officers who are in the Lion Portal but cannot create a login.  Please see the recent Facebook post below from the Lion Portal Forum (and if you use Facebook, this is a great source for seeing answers to common questions or to ask your own question).

If anyone has a Microsoft email account such as yahoo, outlook, msn, hotmail, etc., and were having trouble receiving Lion Portal emails such as verification codes or password resets, please try again. An issue was found with a vendor platform that we just resolved.

 

LCI, Newsletters

LCI President’s Message-January 2026

 

President’s Message

Lead to Serve, Serve To Lead
with International President A.P. Singh

Dear Lion,

Lions are known the world over as being agents of positive change. We identify problems and work to find solutions.

Throughout the year, you’ve made plans. You’ve focused on growth. You’ve served. Now it’s time to reflect on what worked. And what didn’t. By reviewing your areas of strength and adapting to obstacles, you and your club will be able to serve better, serve more and create your path to success.

As you work to serve your community and meet your goals, it’s also important to take the time to recognize your achievements. Celebrate each victory with your club, motivate each other — and watch your service impact grow.

Together in service,

A.P. Singh
International President

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Dates to Remember – January 2026

JANUARY CLUB ANNIVERSARIES

517 years of service!!!

                                 Sun River Valley                                    01/05/1966

                               Helena Gold Rush                                   01/09/1984

                                     Glendive                                             01/10/1944

                                  Hot Springs                                          01/23/1940

                          Eureka-Tobacco Valley                                 01/16/2014

                                   Cascade                                               01/25/1958

                                    Denton                                                 01/26/1955

                                   Hamilton                                       01/27/1930 – 96 Years!

UPCOMING DISTRICT MEETING DATES

District Cabinet Meeting – January 10, 2026 @ 9:00am  VIA ZOOM

MT Lions Sight & Hearing Foundation –  January 20, 2026 @ 6:00pm VIA ZOOM

2026 DISTRICT 37 CONVENTION

MARK YOUR CALENDARS!! 

MAKE YOUR HOTEL RESERVATIONS!!

APRIL 17-18, 2026, COLUMBIA FALLS, MT

LIONS CLUB INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION SCHEDULE

2026 Hong Kong – Jul 3-7

2027 Washington DC – July 2-6

2028 Singapore -June 23-27

2029 Minneapolis, MN

2030 San Antonio TX

2031 – Helsinki Finland

UPCOMING USA/CANADA FORUMS

USA/CANADA LIONS LEADERSHIP FORUMS CAN BE RELATED TO ALL AREAS OF YOUR LIFE – NOT JUST LIONS

2026  Memphis TN – September 3 – 5

2027  Huntsville, AB – September 16-18

2028 Grand Rapids, MI – To be announced

2029 Shreveport, LA – To be announced

 

LCI, Newsletters

LCI President’s Message

President’s Message

Lead to Serve, Serve To Lead
with International President A.P. Singh

Dear Lion,

The Lion journey is different for each of us, but one thing is the same: being a Lion changes you. As you serve, you’re not only improving the lives of others, you’re discovering your own potential.

Every act of service shows you the power you have to make a difference. Every role, every project, every effort teaches you leadership, compassion and growth. Each of us has something valuable to offer — and Lions help bring that out.

Lions are inclusive, so invite someone to join you on your Lion journey today. We want as many people as possible to be part of what we build and the good that we do. Together, we will strengthen our organization, the communities we serve and ourselves.

Together in service,

A.P. Singh
International President

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Dates to Remember – December 2025

DECEMBER CLUB ANNIVERSARIES

  893 years of service!!!

                           Forsyth                                                                   12/03/1924 – 101 years!

                           Columbia Falls                                                      12/03/1952

                           Missoula                                                                 12/04/1928 – 97 years!

                           Shepherd                                                               12/05/1967

                           Cut Bank                                                                12/06/1929 – 96 years!

                           Bozeman Sweet Pea                                            12/08/2004

                           Conrad                                                                   12/10/1928 – 97 years!

                           Seeley Lake                                                           12/11/1978

                           Big Timber                                                             12/12/1925 – 100 years!

                           Great Falls                                                             12/20/1922 – 103 years!

                           Roundup                                                                12/22/1925 – 100 years!

UPCOMING DISTRICT MEETING DATES

District Cabinet Meeting – January 10, 2026 @ 9:00am  VIA ZOOM

MT Lions Sight & Hearing Foundation –  January 20, 2026 @ 6:00pm VIA ZOOM

2026 DISTRICT 37 CONVENTION

MARK YOUR CALENDARS!! 

MAKE YOUR HOTEL RESERVATIONS!!

APRIL 17-18, 2026, COLUMBIA FALLS, MT

LIONS CLUB INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION SCHEDULE

2026 Hong Kong – Jul 3-7

2027 Washington DC – July 2-6

2028 Singapore -June 23-27

2029 Minneapolis, MN

2030 San Antonio TX

2031 – Helsinki Finland

UPCOMING USA/CANADA FORUMS

USA/CANADA LIONS LEADERSHIP FORUMS CAN BE RELATED TO ALL AREAS OF YOUR LIFE – NOT JUST LIONS

2026  Memphis TN – September 3 – 5

2027  Huntsville, AB – September 16-18

2028 Grand Rapids, MI – To be announced

2029 Shreveport, LA – To be announced

 

LCI, Lions Clubs International Foundation, Mid-month Newsletter

LCIF Receives Prestigious Antonio Champalimaud Vision Award

From the November District Digest:
LCIF receives 2025 Antonio Champalimaud Vision Award

In September 2025, Lions Clubs International Foundation (LCIF) was honored with the António Champalimaud Vision Award, one of the world’s foremost recognitions in the fight against blindness and vision loss. LCIF shares the 2025 distinction with the International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness and The Fred Hollows Foundation. Presented annually by the Champalimaud Foundation, the award celebrates outstanding contributions to global eye health, with a particular focus on underserved populations in developing regions. As part of the recognition, LCIF shares a monetary award of 1 million euros with fellow recipients. This honor is the largest award in the field and LCIF will use the funds to expand work in vision worldwide.

Honoring a Global Legacy

LCIF’s recognition underscores decades of impact made through its SightFirst program, which, for more than 30 years, empowered Lions, healthcare providers and community partners to combat the major causes of preventable blindness. Through SightFirst, millions worldwide gained access to essential eye care, transforming lives and communities.

“This award celebrates decades of dedication by our Lions, partners and the communities we serve”.

Since its launch in 1990, SightFirst has impacted the lives of more than 544 million people worldwide. With LCIF funding, Lions, alongside local health authorities, eye care professionals and partner organizations, expanded access to vital eye health services in underserved communities, overcoming barriers to access and delivering high-quality, equitable care. Projects also created sustainable systems by improving infrastructure and training local personnel, offering advanced education and rehabilitation for individuals with vision impairments and raising awareness of the importance of eye health.

LCIF Chairperson Fabrício Oliveira accepted the award in Lisbon, Portugal, on behalf of the foundation. “LCIF is deeply honored to be named a recipient of this award, one of the most prestigious recognitions in global eye health,” Oliveira said. “This award celebrates decades of dedication by our Lions, partners and the communities we serve, and honors the countless volunteer hours, impactful collaborations and millions of people whose sight has been restored or saved.”

A Call for Future Action for Vision-Related Service

Oliveira emphasized that LCIF, together with Lions and Leos around the world, remains committed to carrying the legacy of SightFirst forward through its Vision Grant program. “While this award is a tremendous honor, we see it as a call to action to expand our reach, innovate further and ensure that every person, everywhere, has access to quality eye care,” he said.

Learn more about our work or how you can get involved at lionsclubs.org/vision.

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LCI President’s Message

President’s Message

Lead to Serve, Serve To Lead
with International President A.P. Singh

Dear Lion, 

Whether you are a new Lion or have been a member for years, you are here because someone invited you to join. To help us grow our clubs and our service — and reach our MISSION 1.5 goals — now it is your turn to invite someone else and share the joy that service brings. 

Growth is essential for us to be able to continue to improve the service that Lions are known for around the world. We are a people-driven organization where service is at the heart of everything we do — and we need dedicated Lions like you to help us make an even greater impact together. 

So invite friends and neighbors who have the heart to serve. Welcome diverse individuals and groups who will offer us fresh perspectives and energy. This is how we will keep our organization growing and thriving.  

Growth benefits us all — our clubs, our communities and the people we serve. I look forward to seeing your club and your service grow. 

Together we serve,

A.P. Singh
International President