Becoming a member of the Lions Clubs
International is mutually beneficial to both the
member and the Club.
These benefits can only
be realized when there is a total commitment
and involvement by both parties.
Elko Lions Club
The Elko Lions Club was chartered in 1938 and
has over 90 members. We are a member of
Lions District 46, along with 47 other Lions
Clubs in Nevada and the Lake Tahoe area of
California.
What Do Lions Do?
Lions raise funds and give their time freely to
help the less fortunate. You may already be
familiar with some of their activities in your own
community, but did you know that...
Since 1925, when Helen Keller challenged the Lions
to take up the cause of the visually handicapped
by becoming "Knights of the Blind in the Crusade
Against Darkness", service to the blind has been
one of Lionism’s most significant activities. Recently,
this crusade has resulted in Lions Clubs throughout
the world sponsoring Journey's for Sight in the
communities. Participants walk, jog, run and bicycle
to raise funds for countless sight-related projects.
Membership Requirements:
- Sponsorship by a Current Elko Lions Club Member
- Approval by the Board of Directors
- Payment of $35 initiation fee, annual dues of $90
- Willingness for commitment and involvement in club and community activities
Criteria for Quality Members:
- Good Moral Character
- Volunteer Time and Money
- Willingness to Serve
- Good Reputation in the Community
- Understands Financial Obligation
Other Qualities:
- Initiative and Expertise
- Leadership Potential
- Positive Attitude
- Learning Ability
- Good Work Habits
What Do Lions Do For the Member...
- Community Service
- Personal Growth
- Prestige of Belonging to the World’s Largest Service Organization
- Develop Leadership Skills
- Fun and Fellowship
- Enlarge Your Circle of Friends
- Networking Opportunities
What Do Lions Do For the Club...
- Increased Membership
- New Ideas
- More "Hands" For Service
- Greater Opportunity and Potential
- Increased Talent and Skills
- Greater Impact on the Community
- Expansion of Fundraising Capabilities
- Expansion of Community Service
- Recipient of Your Unique Talents, Knowledge, and Expertise
- Another Representative in the Community to Promote the Concept of Giving and Serving
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