Dear
Fellow Lion,
Right
now all over the world, there are children who are sick with a fever, runny
nose, swollen eyes and cough. Over time, a rash appears. This is no ordinary
childhood sickness. This is measles, and it can be deadly. Parents throughout
the world experience their child becoming sick with measles just because they do
not have access to a simple preventative vaccine.
I've
always believed that one person can make a difference, but that by acting
together, we are able to do so much more. Last year, I challenged you to plant
one million trees. You not only met that challenge, you exceeded it by planting
10 million trees. October will mark the anniversary of the Bill & Melinda
Gates Foundation's challenge to Lions - raise US$10 million to help eliminate
measles to be matched by the Gates Foundation with US$5 million. I not only
believe that we will meet their challenge
in the coming months, I believe that we can exceed it. This year, we will help
millions of children around the world and confirm why the Gates Foundation knows
we are such valuable partners.
Measles
kills hundreds of children each day. Many others suffer from severe
complications, including blindness, brain damage and hearing loss. With an
inexpensive vaccine made possible by the Measles Initiative, Lions have the
power to ensure that children around the world have access to a healthier
childhood through a simple vaccination.
When
we believe, nothing is impossible. It's time to get involved.
Sincerely,
Wing-Kun
Tam
Chairperson, Lions Clubs International
Foundation
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