Mission and History Of Lions Club

Mission
To empower volunteers to serve their communities, meet humanitarian needs, encourage peace and promote international understanding through Lions clubs.
History
In 1917, Melvin Jones, a 38-year-old Chicago business leader, told members of his local business club they should reach beyond business issues and address the betterment of their communities and the world. Jones' group, the Business Circle of Chicago, agreed.
After contacting similar groups around the United States, an organizational meeting was held on June 7, 1917, in Chicago, Illinois, USA. The new group took the name of one of the invited groups, the "Association of Lions Clubs," and a national convention was held in Dallas, Texas, USA in October of that year. A constitution, by-laws, objects and a code of ethics were approved.
Within three years, Lions became an international organization. Since then, we've earned high marks for both integrity and transparency. We're a well-run organization with a steady vision, a clear mission, and a long – and proud – history.
Members and Committees
Fundraising
Community Service
Club Functions
Allan Broholm
Bruce Mitchell
Dale Berman
Donald Henzlik
George Gould
James Miller
Jessie Duran
Kelly Miller
Mark Gaffino
Michael Douglas
Michael Herlihy
William Harding
William Henzlik
Jim Jackson

Robyn Stecklein
President
Bill Barbel
John Heinen
Judy Riter-Broholm
Mark Guethle
Rhonda Klecz
Richard Blondin
Timothy Phelps
Dan Jackson
Jason Owens
Mike Lowery
Jen Durnas
Denise Duran
Kevin Drendel
Dennis Martz
Dr. Bill Park
Forrest White
Frank Golden
Mark Bozik
Vincent McCann
Wallace Hanford
Andy Jackson
Derek Barton
Club Officers

Denise Duran
3rd Vice President
Jason Owens
1st Vice President
Todd Niedzwiedz
2nd Vice President