What is a Lion?
Lions are compassionate and dedicated volunteers who serve with purpose. We know that doing good feels good, and that being part of a Lions club helps us grow, create lasting connections and achieve great things together. Not to mention, it’s a lot of fun.
Spreading kindness across the world
million people served annually
countries and regions represented
million Lions globally
Let’s meet the Lions
As Lions, we shape the world through our service. But our service also shapes us.
By becoming a Lion, we join a global fellowship of service-minded volunteers. We’re given opportunities to grow as people and professionals while having fun, strengthening connections to our communities and spreading kindness wherever we go.
Who are Lions?
We are volunteers who boldly lead the way by serving our communities and a world in need.
What do Lions do?
We serve together, changing communities and the lives we touch.
Why be a Lion?
There are so many great reasons to be a Lion, and we’re always discovering new ones.
Start your Lion journey
Lions share a special connection. When you become a member, you’re joining a club, but you’re also joining a global community that shares the joy of service and helps spread kindness wherever it’s needed.
Lions on being Lions
Mahesh Chitnis
USA
“A Lion is someone who is deeply involved in the community. We know that our community is depending on us, and we know our work truly helps the people we serve.”
Heidi Haiying
Australia
“I like to volunteer because it offers a different aspect of life than my normal work life. I not only get to help people, I get to learn things that I otherwise wouldn’t have the opportunity to.”
Henie Soesanto
Indonesia
“I didn’t think serving could be this much fun, and could lead to self-growth. But it has turned out to be one of the most meaningful experiences in my life.”
