A word from Lions International...We Serve Worldwide!

This year promises to be one of great success as we build upon our recent achievements. Last year, we witnessed our Lions' generous financial support, especially by giving more than US$18 million for Japan disaster relief. Overall, donations were up by 46 percent from the previous year!

This next year, your Foundation hopes to continue this generous support for our disaster relief efforts as well as supporting our undesignated fund in order to give hope to even more people worldwide. We will also focus on building our partnerships in new areas of service.

Judy and I are excited to work with all of you this year to further the efforts of our Lions Clubs International Foundation. During the last three years, we have seen first-hand the amazing impact we are having through our Foundation on countless lives worldwide.

Early last year, in Osaka, Japan, I saw how we are providing job training for the blind, and in Nebraska, USA, I witnessed young athletes benefiting from improved sight through our Opening Eyes partnership with Special Olympics. These are only two examples of the impact our Foundation is making.

You may recall that my theme last year was "Beacon of Hope." I can tell you that it is only through your generous donations that our Foundation is truly a Beacon of Hope, and with President Tam's theme of "I Believe," I do truly believe we can change even more lives this year. I look forward to providing you with an update on our disaster relief efforts in my next message. This week Judy and I will be traveling to Joplin, Missouri, USA, to see the needed assistance that is being given there.

Serving together,

Sid L. Scruggs, III

Chairperson, Lions Clubs International Foundation

Lions get a Kick out of Vermilion Soccer Club.

Vermilion Soccer Club representative Adam Penton stopped by the Vermilion Lions Club meeting of Tuesday July 19th to share with the Lions all the exciting news about soccer club activities.

A brief presentation about what soccer club does and what it means to the youth of the area, as well as the health advantages of outdoor activity was given followed by a great Q & A about all things soccer.

Afterward Vermilion Lions Club president Steve Holovacs pledged financial support on behalf of Vermilion Lions in support of the youth of the community.

A big thanks to Adam Penton and the Vermilion Soccer Club for their ongoing effort in our town.

To learn more about Vermilion Lions Club and our support for many of Vermilion's service organizations. Or to join and help others in your town please feel free to contact us about membership.

Lions Welcome New Officers

The Vermilion Lions Club has elected its leaders for the 2011-2012 campaign. We are truly blessed and grateful to be led by such a talented group of volunteers.


LIONS OFFICERS, 2011-2012

PRESIDENT STEVE HOLOVACS
SECRETARY JIM JEAVONS
TREASURER CHUCK SOOY
1ST VICE PRES. Bill Hendricks
2ND VICE PRES. ED WAGNER
3RD VICE PRES. Dick Burger

TAIL TWISTERS  JERRY MASSANOVA - MICK BEST
LION TAMERS  ED HENDERSON - DON DOBOS
DIRECTORS:
ONE YEAR:  JACK JOHNSON- JERRY PEARL
TWO YEAR:  GLEN COURY - TOM RUH

MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE
MICK BEST
JOHN SHOWALTER
JOE MCDONALD

NEWSLETTER JIM FERGUSON
PUBLICITY CHAIRMAN JOHN GABRIEL
STUDENT OF THE MONTH MARTY PLAS
PAST PRESIDENT JOE MCDONALD

FOOD PANTRY CONTACT DANNY DEAN
EYEGLASS COORDINATOR TOM HUNT
REVERSE RAFFLE BILL HENDRICS
3 DIGIT RAFFLE JIM FERGUSON
FESTIVALS MICK BEST
MINTS DALE GRYGIER
BINGO ERIC MILLER, JOHN SHOWALTER
LEOS MARTY PLAS

Thank you Vermilion!

We would like to thank the many, many visitors to our booths this weekend. Vermilion Lions Club fresh cut fries and perch sandwiches were selling at a brisk pace, with the proceeds benefiting the community at large as we raise funds to help those in need. Our Leo Club also enjoyed great support with their grilling burgers.

We have been a part of the Fish Festival since it's inception which was started as a fish fry between Lions Club and Romp's Marina. We hope to continue this tradition for many years to come and are very grateful to our supportive patrons for making it happen.

Lions Club welcomes new members.

Vermilion Lions Club is proud to welcome three new members into our ranks. On Tuesday June 7th, prospects Alex Chrjapin, Ron Kocan, Cliff German all joined the ranks of the Lions.

Vermilion Lions Club is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping children and adults in need with eye care support, as well as the community at large by supporting and funding a host of programs and events for the benefit of all.

We are certain our new additions will be at the forefront of these efforts. We are grateful for their participation.

If you are interested in making a difference in the Vermilion area Lions club is for you. We have a volunteer schedule that will fit any lifestyle. Help others at your pace.

Please contact us for more information.

An evening of health with our friends from Kingston!

The Vermilion Lions Club had some great guest speakers stop in from Kingston of Vermilion to share with the club the importance of exercise and healthy living.

Speaking on behalf of Kingston were Heather Shirley and Jana Fehlan who outlined the benefits of therapy and rehabilitation programs going on at their state of the art facility.

Items of note included

• Comprehensive Rehabilitation
• Physical Therapy
• Occupational Therapy
• Speech Therapy
• Aquatic Therapy
• In and Out patient services
• and Long Term Care
• Plus many other services found here at http://www.kingstonhealthcare.com

A very informative and fun night for the whole club.

For more information on how Kingston can help you click the line above.
If you are interested in helping others as well as great fellowship and learning from very interesting and informative guest speakers, contact us on how to be a Vermilion Lion. We have an opportunity for you to volunteer at a pace that meets any schedule.

Lions Announce Student of the Month for April

In recognizing hard work, community involvement, and high academic standards Vermilion Lions Club is proud to announce its Student of the Month for April, Marisa Zemesarajs.

Of course no student would be where they are without great parents, it is our pleasure to also introduce and congratulate Marisa's parents John and Mara for their great effort.

Academic Honors: 

• 3.98 GPA and a member of the National Honor Society (2 years)
• National Spanish Honor Society (3 years)
• Lamp of Learning
• National Spanish Exam (Bronze Metal – Grade 11)
• Mu Aplha Theta (2 years) 

Extra Curricular Activities:

Cheerleading ( 2 years )

Model UN ( 3 years ) 

Community Service:

• Leo Club Activities

Character Description:

• Intelligent
• Interesting
• Active