Joliet Lions Hold 5th Annual Fundraiser
On September 6th we had a beautiful day for the 5th Annual Car Show and Craft Fair fundraiser event. Thanks to all our sponsors, donors, vendors, and attendees! This year we had 57 cars entered in the show. Awards were given for People’s Choice (1956 Ford Crown Victoria), Participant’s Choice (1938 DeSoto), and one lucky Raffle prize winner.
The day’s events also included a Craft Fair with 27 vendors and a few Farmer’s Market vendors. Shandi’s Snack Shack and Gringo’s Montana were our food vendors this year. All the funds raised go towards our local projects including Park improvements, Scholarships and Youth programs, and community beautification projects.
By Lion Peggy Tobin2025 District 37 Post Convention Report – Friday Evening Social
We are continuing our series of the 2025 District 37 convention reports, sharing the experiences of many Lions who attended the 2025 District 37 Convention held May 2nd and 3rd in Helena MT. If you have stories or photos to share, please send them via the “Submit Club News” option on the website.
The 2025 District Convention officially opened Friday evening with live music provided by Lion Jack Berry, President of Helena Lions (keyboard) and Lion Scott Cromwell, Director of Helena Lions (drums). Lion Jack introduced DG Raleigh Peck who welcomed over 100 lions and guests.
Todd Carmichael represented the Montana School for the Deaf and Blind and provided an update on what the school has accomplished since the last convention.
The evening also saw the beginning of the sale of 50/50 tickets by various convention Tail Twisters who worked throughout the weekend.
2025 District 37 Post Convention Report – Live Auction
We are continuing our series of the 2025 District 37 convention reports, sharing the experiences of many Lions who attended the 2025 District 37 Convention held May 2nd and 3rd in Helena MT. If you have stories or photos to share, please send them via the “Submit Club News” option on the website.
The 2025 District Convention live auction was the final event Friday evening. Attending clubs provided some of the auction items and so did many local area businesses! We raised $5,175!! This brought the total revenue of both auctions (silent & live) to $9,015!! Proceeds were aplit evenly between Lions Club Int’l Foundation (LCIF) and and the Montana Lions Sight & Hearing Foundaiton (MLS&HF).
It was noteworthy that a chocolate cake donated by a local bakery raised funds not once, not twice, but THREE TIMES! DGE Corinna Christensen purchased it the first time. Then two more quarters were auctioned off again!
SCAM ALERT!!
Lions beware! Many of us are starting to receive a “Domain Name Expiration Notice” from Domain Name Services. In fact, I belong to another non-profit organization and we just received the very same thing.
It looks totally official including a return envelope for checks. I have confirmed that this is indeed a scam so PLEASE THROW IT AWAY!!
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me.
Peggy Tobin
District 37
Secretary/Administrator
406-461-4206
September 2025 Newsletter
We are continuing to evolve the format of the newsletter notification emails. This month, instead of printing each article in the email, we are providing the beginning of each one and you can select to read more or move on.
The publication of the newsletter is at the beginning of the month, but articles are posted all during the month. A second email notification mid-way through the month will be sent if there are additional posts to share.
You can reply to this email to give us feedback on the new format. THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE!!
From the Desk of Governor Corinna – September 2025
Montana Lions on the Move: Building on a Strong Foundation
Dear Montana District 37 Lions,
As we journey deeper into this exciting Lions year, I want to thank each of you for the energy, commitment, and heart you bring to service across our great state. From the mountains to the plains, Lions of Montana are living out our shared purpose in meaningful ways every day.
Leadership with Purpose – The Vision of IP A.P. Singh
International President A.P. Singh brings us a powerful message this year:
“Lead to Serve, Serve to Lead.”
His vision encourages long-time Lions to step up to new leadership roles, mentoring and guiding others, while also empowering new members to become leaders early in their service journey. This is how we ensure our Lions Clubs stay strong, relevant, and ready to serve future generations.
The momentum is ours to keep going. Let’s invest in each other’s growth, share the load of leadership, and continue building a legacy of service that will stand the test of time. More information can be found in IP Singh’s Presidential Theme Book.
By DG Corinna Christensen
LCI President’s Message
President’s MessageLead to Serve, Serve To Leadwith 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
Global Leadership Team – PDG Mike Collins-September 2025
Montana Lions Leadership News
September, 2025
“Lead to Serve, Serve to Lead”
Dear Montana Lions,
Are you interested in learning more about Lions Leadership?
Then join us for the 2025 VDG Regional Training , happening October 3-5, 2025 In Bozeman, MT
Cost: Attendance is free – you or your club will need to cover your hotel and travel expenses.
This training is not just for current VDG’s. Anyone interested in becoming a Vice District Governor in the future is welcome to attend.
Your club may even have funds available for leadership training. Just ask.
Investing in your growth as a Lion is an investment in your community’s future.
Let’s show our Montana pride and send a strong delegation! Whether you’re preparing for a future club office or simply want to be more effective in service, this institute will equip you with the tools and confidence you need.
Please Contact me ASAP as the training is less than a month away.
In service and leadership,
PDG Mike Collins
Global Leadership Team Coordinator – Montana
By Global Leadership TeamGlobal Membership Team Report – PDG Richard Gessling-September 2025
Global Membership Team
Global and Montana Membership – September, 2025
Report on Progress
As humans we tend to quantify many things. How many years married, how many children, how much we earn, how much we save, credit scores. You get the idea, not a bad concept and it can be useful.
This year three Lions clubs in Montana ceased to exist, leading to loss of services to their communities. Since I was the district governor in 2015-2016, the district has lost 10 clubs. Lions International measures lots of issues including clubs. The most concerning to all of us is the net loss or gain of members and clubs over-all in our district. Over the last five years, our clubs and district have worked to reverse this trend. Two years ago, we had a net loss of four, one year ago we had a net gain of one, the year just ended showed a net gain of six. Not a large number, but significant because we have over-come the year after year loss of clubs and members. It was a difficult reality and necessary to turn around, like stopping a large stone from rolling down-hill.
By Global Membership Team
District LCIF Co-Chairs PDG Lary Garrison & PDG Mike Tobin – September 2025
District LCIF Co-Chair Mike Tobin – September 2025
THANK YOU DISTRICT 37 LIONS!
* District 37 was #1 as a single district donor to LCIF!
- District 37 Clubs and Individuals donated $59,281.50 in 2024-25.
- District 37 finished 2 LCIF grants totaling $117,356 in 2025-25.
- 3 Clubs qualified for a total of over $2,800 in Community Impact Grants!
* Two questions:
- How are you and your club going to support LCIF in 2025-26?
- What does your community need that may qualify for an LCIF Grant?
* Answers:
- Your club can do a special fundraiser for LCIF.
- You as a Lion can make a single or monthly donation to LCIF.
- You as a Lion can become a Legacy Society Member.
- Go to lionsclubs.org, click on “Donate”.
- Mail a check to LCIF, 300 W. 22nd St., Oak Brook, Illinois USA, 60523-8842
Yours in Lionism,
PDG Lary Garrison , 703 Conway St., Billings, MT 59105, 406-855-6997, [email protected]
PDG Mike Tobin – PO Box 408, Sunburst MT 59482, 406-450-2780, [email protected]
By LCIF Coordinators
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