Dear Lion,
Our servicemen and women sacrifice so much
for our country. On Memorial Day, we come together as a nation to remember and
honor those who lost their lives while serving.
U.S. veterans serve our country with pride
and distinction, and their contributions continue long after their military
service ends. The Involve a U.S. Veteran program
recognizes the contributions of veterans and their value to our communities and
local Lions clubs. The program waives the charter or entrance fee for any
qualifying veteran who joins a new or existing Lions club between July
1st, 2013 and June 30th, 2015. This special pilot program
is offered only in the United States.
Eligible veterans include retired U.S.
military personnel or honorably-discharged members of the Air Force, Army, Coast
Guard Services, Marines, National Guard, Navy or Reserves. Those currently
serving in the National Guard or Reserves are also eligible. Lions Clubs
International will provide an entrance fee waiver of $25 ($30 for charter
members) to the first 5,000 qualified U.S. veterans that join a local Lions
club.
Hundreds of U.S. veterans have taken
advantage of this special program, including Robert Aguilar, Jr., a former
marine who recently became a Lion in California. Read
more about Robert's story.
As service members leave the military and
come home, let's provide them with an opportunity to get involved in their
communities and serve as Lions. Visit the Involve
a U.S. Veteran Web page to learn more about the program.
Sincerely,
Scott Drumheller
Executive Administrator &
Secretary
Lions Clubs International
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