Everyone is welcome at the Lion’s Club. Joining is simple! Fill out the form here (link to form)
i. The first Wednesday of the month is an informal, social meeting which is a good chance to meet with other members and casually discuss club business while getting to know each other better. Feel free to bring a friend or partner to join in on the fun.
ii. The third Wednesday of the month is the formal board meeting – this is for members only.
i. The first Wednesday of the month is an informal, social meeting which is a good chance to meet with other members and casually discuss club business while getting to know each other better. Each meeting we pick a different local restaurant to meet and eat. There is a cost to attend to cover the dinner and you can even bring a friend or partner to join in on the fun!
ii. The third Wednesday of the month is the formal board meeting – this is for members only and invited guests. This is where we go over the upcoming events, financials, and get updates from all of the committees. It is important to attend these meetings to learn what is coming up for the club and how you can get involved!
There is a $35.00 joining fee and then dues are $75.00 a year
i. Age – 18 and older
ii. Willingness and energy to help out a great cause!
i. The first Wednesday of the month is at a different location each time. We pick local restaurants to try! Check out our Facebook to keep updated on where we are meeting. Link to the FB page
ii. The board meetings which are on the third Wednesday of the month are always at the Elmer Wolf Community Center 2607 N. Thatcher Ave River Grove, IL 60171
Absolutely! We have members that live all over the surrounding suburbs in Cook County!
It takes a lot of help from members to have a successful club that makes such a big difference in the community. We have a variety of committees, and you will definitely find one that suits your interests and talents. Some of the committees you can join include:
Almost 75 years! We have been a club since 1949
The International Lions Club, commonly known as Lions Clubs International (LCI), is a global service organization with the mission to empower volunteers to serve their communities, meet humanitarian needs, encourage peace, and promote international understanding.
The first Lions Club was founded by Melvin Jones in Chicago, Illinois, USA, on June 7, 1917.
We have 99 and growing!
We raise funds for our service projects through a variety of events held throughout the year. Some of our most popular fundraising events include the annual Steak and Lobster event every August and our large St. Patrick's Day event in March. We also have the
Grand Raffle, Super Bowl and NCAA Tournament Squares as fundraisers. These events not only provide financial support for our projects but also offer enjoyable experiences for our community members.
Please fill out the contact us form here.
We have an amazing leadership team! To learn more about our current leaders and officers, please read about them here.
The positions are elected annually by membership.
- We truly appreciate your generous donation! To contribute, visit our donation page to make a secure online donation. Your support helps us continue our vital work in the community, and we are grateful for your commitment to our mission.
Yes! We are always open to welcoming non-members who are interested in participating in our club activities. If you would like to get involved, please fill out the contact form and let us know how you would like to help. Your support and contributions are greatly appreciated as we work together to make a positive impact on our community.
Absolutely! This is one of our most effective methods for welcoming new members into our club. We highly encourage you to invite friends, family, or colleagues who share our values and are passionate about our mission. Your personal recommendations are invaluable in growing our community and increasing our impact.
