Lions Are Champions of Change  On October 2, Lions Clubs International will participate in
a special event at the White House in Washington, D.C. Members who have been
selected to represent Lions as "Champions of Change" will be recognized at the
event and participate in a panel discussion. Other highlights of the day include
a tour of the White House East Wing and a White House Community Leaders
Briefing, during which Lions can discuss with government administrators and
agencies topics such as reading and literacy, health services and more. The
event will be streamed live online. For more information, visit the LCI Web site. For questions, contact GovernmentRelations@lionsclubs.org.
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Lions Participate in USAID Literacy Event
In celebration of International
Literacy Day on September 8, the U.S. Agency for International Development
(USAID) is holding a special event involving key discussions with world leaders
to highlight the importance of literacy worldwide. Linda Madden will speak about
the power of community in increasing literacy for children and adults, focusing
on Lions clubs' efforts among the blind and visually impaired. There will also
be an eyeglass recycling activity to show attendees how they can contribute in
their community and help children around the world have better vision. The event
takes place on September 7. To learn more about LCI's partnership with USAID to
promote literacy worldwide, read our press release. For more information on increasing
literacy, visit the Reading Action Program
page.
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A Strong Start is a Fast Start
 Have your district's membership numbers been racing toward
the top? President Madden has just the award for you: The 2012-2013 World of
Service Fast Start Awards. District Governors with strong
membership results at the end of the first quarter will be rewarded for the
efforts of their teams. The Fast Start Cruising Speed is awarded to districts
with two new clubs or positive growth by October 31. The Fast Start Passing
Speed is awarded to districts with two new clubs and positive growth by October
31. Remember: The key to a strong finish is a strong start! For more
information, email extension@lionsclubs.org.
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Sharing the Vision Campaign - Expanding Our
Reach!
October's global service action
campaign focuses on " Sharing the Vision." Mobilize your club to plan a
service project to promote healthy vision, or to make a difference in the lives
of children and adults living with blindness or low vision. Project ideas
include organizing eye care and safety presentations for school children,
sponsoring a Braille exhibit at your local library, volunteering at a
recreational program or camp for people who are blind, and more. Materials and
resources are available to help you implement a successful campaign project. If
you have questions, contact programs@lionsclubs.org.
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Make This Year a Success for LCIF
 Last October, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
challenged Lions and LCIF to raise US$10 million for measles, to which they will
match with US$5 million. Lions have raised over half of the challenge grant
funds. As the one year anniversary of the challenge approaches, let's make the
year a success. You can help give children worldwide a healthier life by making a donation. Funds may be donated to LCIF via
check, wire transfer or by making an online donation. You can even double your
donation's impact by participating in your employer's matching gift program, if available. It's time to
get involved!
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