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ALOHA SPIRIT comes to Arizona!!!! The true spirit of the Islands was present at the recent Multiple District 21 Mid -Year Conference and Leadership Forum recently held at the Prescott Resort. From the opening session to the closing moments, the Lions, Lioness, Leos and guests were treated to a fun-filled learning experience. |
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Camp Tatiyee Donations Now Qualify Camp Tatiyee is now designated by the State of Arizona as a Qualifying Charity for which contributions qualify as a tax credit. Individuals making cash donations to the Camp may now reduce the amount of state tax due, dollar-for-dollar and within certain limits, by claiming the contribution as a tax credit on Arizona State tax returns. This means you can opt to support your camp with funds you might otherwise pay in taxes. A “Contribution Form” will be provided to contributors using this option. |
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LIONS REDICATION DAY AT MELVIN JONES MEMORIAL ON JANUARY 10, 2009 The 40th Annual Lions Rededication Day and New Member Induction Program will be hosted by the Melvin Jones Lions International Memorial at Fort Thomas, Arizona on Saturday, January 10, 2009 beginning at 11:00 A.M. All Lions are invited to come and rededicate themselves to our Lions Motto “We Serve”. New Lions are also invited to come and take advantage of the opportunity to be inducted into the International Association of Lions Clubs at the birthplace of Melvin Jones, our Association’s founder. It is also a special time to become familiar with our MD21 State Project which commemorates the birthplace of Melvin Jones and to browse through Melvin Jones’ Lions memorabilia in the Memorial Museum. |
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“IT’S NOT IMPOSSIBLE TO PASS THE BAKERY…” Seminars don’t have to be boring. Just ask anyone who attended the Opening Session of our MD21 Mid-Year Conference and Convention. From the moment she took the microphone, Maggie Hunts kept her standing room only audience of over 250 mesmerized. Not one cell phone rang, no one snoozed, and no one left the room! |
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Page 1, November issue of Canyon State Lion, mention was made of the Ophthalmology Department of UofA doctors and students who did the glaucoma screening in El Mirage during Pres. Brandel’s visit. It should also be noted that the eye exams done in the Lions Mobile Eye Unit at Window Rock were performed by Dr. Tom McPhee and Dr. Robert Spurney, who are among the volunteers from the Arizona Ophthalmologists that have donated their time for this effort for many years. |
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A special thanks to Head Start Volunteers At the Mid Year Convention several volunteers were recognized for the many days spent screening the Head Start Children on the Navajo Reservation. Jeannette F. Russell, Executive Director of the Arizona Lions Vision Center presented appreciation certificates to Lion Sister Michael, Winslow Lions Club, Lion Bob and Lion Michaehe Grim Overgaard Ponderosa Lions Club, VDG Su-Lin Trepanitis Tucson Downtown Lions Club, Lion Susan Bragg Overgaard Ponderosa Lions Club, Lion Hoppy Hopsicker Mesa Thunderbirds Lions Club, Lion Rudy and Lion Helen Torres Mesa Host Lions Club, Lion Josie Cons LFA Branch Lions Club, Lion Steve Ellis Tucson Downtown Lions Club , Fria Raniey and Terry Munoz . The screening was a success because of the dedication, support and hard work these volunteers provided. |
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News from Lions Camp Tatiyee It saddens me to have to inform the White Mountain community that Camp Tatiyee's Christmas Village will not be able to take place this year. I know what a disappointment this will be for many of you who have supported this special event for the past 2 years. It is a great disappointment for the Camp Tatiyee Board of Directors as well. However, there is an up side to all of this, the camp received a very generous Capital grant that is ear marked strictly for maintenance and with that we are in the process of winterizing the camp. We only have an allotted time to get this work done, so the camp is going to be under construction throughout most of the winter. What does this mean to the camp? This means we will be able to lease out the camp to groups and individuals which in turn will help in raising the much needed funds for the day to day operations of the camp. We are looking forward to being able to run the camp at full capacity again, something we haven't been able to do for several years due to lack of funds. We will keep you informed of events taking place at the camp and we hope to plan Christmas Village again in December of 2009. |
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It was decided at the MD21 Council Meeting on November 15th, 2008 that the voting for the 2009 MD21 Parade Uniform would be accomplished at the three individual District Conventions in February, March, and April. This notice gives everyone the required 60 day notice required by the MD21 Constitution and By-Laws. There will be a ballot with three choices. The MD21 Uniform Committee recommended a light weight white golf shirt with the Lions emblem on the front left and an eagle dancer kachina on the back with the words "ARIZONA." A second alternative choice is a light weight denim button down short sleeve shirt with the Lions emblem on the front left and an eagle dancer Kachina on the back with the words "ARIZONA.' The third choice is a light weight turquoise golf shirt with the Lions emblem on the front left and an eagle dancer Kachina on the back with the words "ARIZONA." All three shirts will be worn with tan/kahki pants with white tennis shoes. So the vote is basically the three color/style shirts. The votes will be tabulated and consolidated from each of the District Conventions for a final decision at the April 21-B Convention. We will then have a source(s) ready for the order for the parade participants for the Minneapolis, MN International Convention so we will have the selected shirts ready for the Convention Parade. We will put the three choices on the MD21 web site in the near future. Thank you, Tom Spering MD21 Secretary. |
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Submitted by PDG Donna Anderson, At the request of the Phoenix Camelback Lions Club, the sponsorship for the Arizona Lions Vision Center has been assumed by the Phoenix North Lions Club, a change made earlier this year. |
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Lions history made during World Sight Week meeting During a visit to Arizona for World Sight Week in October, history was made when Lion International President Albert Brandel met with Dr. Joseph Shirley, President of the Navajo Nation. This was the first time that a Lions International President has entered the Navajo Nation. President Brandel had the opportunity to visit with President Shirley at his office. Presidents Brandel and Shirley discussed many issues pertaining to the Native American population in this country. President Shirley has agreed to meet with President Brandel and former U.S. President Jimmy Carter, who is a Lion, in Washington, D. C. At that time President Shirley will present to Lions Clubs International a flag from the Navajo Nation, which will become the newest flag in the Lions Flags of Nations display. A number of future actions may come out of this historic meeting as President Shirley and several teachers are very interested in introducing Lions Quest to the reservation schools.
President Brandel expressed his wish to make sure that United States Lions understand that a portion of the funds collected for SightFirst II stays within the U.S. Holding an eye screening in Window Rock for World Sight Week is one example of Lions Clubs International Foundation (LCIF) using SightFirst II money within this country. Eye mobiles from Arizona and New Mexico were in Window Rock, where over 400 children and adults were screened over a two-day period. Equipment featuring video games from the Amblyopia Foundation of America was used for a portion of the children’s eye screenings. Those needing glasses will receive them, courtesy of LCIF.
Starting Wednesday of World Sight Week, President Brandel and his wife, Dr. Maureen Murphy, had their first opportunity to meet Arizona Lions by attending breakfast at the Mesa Thunderbird Lions Club. From there they went to the Arizona Lions Vision Center to take part in a diabetes screening and tour the facility. Lunch was with the Phoenix North Phoenix Lions Club. That evening the Brandels had the opportunity to meet the leadership of MD-21 before attending a poolside reception for Lions from all over the state.
Friday morning President Brandel and Dr. Murphy started their day by having breakfast hosted by the Surprise Grand and Surprise Sun Village Lions Clubs, where most westside Lions Clubs were represented. The President had expressed a desire to meet as many Lions as possible because they are the ones who make miracles happen. From there the President’s party attended a glaucoma screening held in El Mirage at the Community Center. A skilled team of doctors and students from the University Physicians Healthcare, Department of Ophthalmology, University of Arizona, performed the testing.
Everyone who had the opportunity to hear International President Brandel speak were highly moved by the experiences he shared with his audience. Whether it was visiting the make-shift school the Chinese Lions assembled for the children whose school was crushed by the earthquake or seeing the Lion-supported orphanage where babies were taken in Africa, President Brandel made each of those present realize the value of belonging to Lions Clubs International. |
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Camp Tatiyee Donations Now Qualify
For AZ State Tax Credit Bob Roth, Treasurer Camp Tatiyee is now designated by the State of Arizona as a Qualifying Charity for which contributions qualify as a tax credit. Individuals making cash donations to the Camp may now reduce the amount of state tax due, dollar-for-dollar and within certain limits, by claiming the contribution as a tax credit on Arizona State tax returns. This means you can opt to support your camp with funds you might otherwise pay in taxes. A “Contribution Form” will be provided to contributors using this option. The potential income from this source is huge. It is our hope that all Lions of Arizona will use this program, and encourage all their friends to use this program, to provide an additional source of funds for the camp so that it may continue and expand its services to children and adults with special needs. Simply stated, the maximum credit for married taxpayers filing joint returns is $400. Married taxpayers filing separately may each claim one-half the credit. The maximum credit if filing an individual tax return is $200. If there is no tax due in a tax year the unused credit may be carried forward for up to the next five years. This credit is only for individuals – corporations may not claim this credit. For full details about the program, talk with your tax preparer or visit www.azdor.gov. |
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High School Teachers Endow First Chair in Ophthalmology As high school teachers in Phoenix, the late Murray and Clara Walker devoted their lives to the service of others. With no children of their own, the couple’s students were their family. It is no surprise that two teachers so passionate about education would want to leave a lasting legacy. The Walkers invested more than $2.5 million of their life savings in research at The University of Arizona College of Medicine. Their estate gift to the UA Foundation created endowed chairs in ophthalmology and respiratory sciences. The Murray and Clara Walker Memorial Endowed Chair in Ophthalmology is a permanent fund that will produce an annual payout to be expended in support of ophthalmology research. Joseph Miller, MD, MPH, professor of ophthalmology and head of the Department of Ophthalmology and Vision Science, said that the Walker gift “…shows me that people who work in education value the university and trust the faculty to see that their goals are met, even when they are gone. It will be an honor to help the Walkers achieve this dream.” The Walkers shared a home on Missouri Avenue in central Phoenix and lived a very simple life that was enriched through their lives as educators. “She loved the University and had a big heart for education,” said Ida White, Clara’s caretaker until her passing in September 2006. Mrs. Walker was born in Willcox, Ariz., and graduated with her bachelor’s degree in education from The University of Arizona. She taught history, government and economics at West Phoenix High School until her retirement in 1969. Many former students have very fond memories of her curly brown hair, broad smile and ever-present string of pearls. Murray Walker was born in Willow City, Texas, and was a World War II Air Corps veteran. Following his years in the service he served as a firefighter before attending Arizona State University to study secondary education. He taught biology at Carl Hayden High School. Always well-dressed in jacket and tie with a fresh crew cut, he was both respected and beloved by his students. “As teachers, I think the Walkers understood the connection between new knowledge and the betterment of human life,” said Daniel Stamer, PhD, professor of ophthalmology and vision science at the College of Medicine. “Here at the University of Arizona we have a talented group of vision scientists studying the major causes of blindness in both children and adults. This gift will help make their lives brighter.” |
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Lions Clubs of Arizona: Pam Swanson, Camp Director, needs “stuff” to help make Camp Tatiyee the most fun, most creative, and most educational experience of the summer for our campers! IF you have access to any of these items through your business, family, church, other clubs or associations, and would like a tax donation for the cost of the items; HERE IS YOUR CHANCE! |
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New Board President for Camp Tatiyee On September 27th at the Camp Tatiyee board meeting, Lion Richard Savage (Prescott Noon Lions) was sworn to office as the new Board President. Doing the honors was PDG Robert Strodel (Fountain Hills Lions). |
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TRIPLE T CAN HELP SOLVE MEMBERSHIP WOES Lions Clubs are researching ways to effectively recruit, involve and retain members. It has become increasingly evident when time and financial commitments are expected volunteers are reluctant to become members of service clubs. |
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Ever thought it would be fun to travel the back roads of the Navajo Reservation? Some Arizona Lions had the opportunity to do just that during the last couple of months after the Arizona Lions Vision Center received a grant to provide eye exams to all the Head Start children on the Navajo Reservation. |
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LIONS SIGHT & HEARING FOUNDATION What a wonderful way to memorialize those family and friends we wish to remember in a special way. Our colorful Memorial Tree is visible to everyone who visits our Optical Department. For a donation of only $100.00 a bronze leaf will be added and we will notify the family of your gift. A gold leaf is $500.00, a platinum leaf is $1,000.00 or more. |
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INTERVIEWS FOR 2009-10 COUNCIL CHAIRMAN ANNOUNCED The three 2008-09 MD-21 Vice District Governors wish to interview past Arizona District Governors for the position of 2009-10 MD-21 Council Chairman. If you are interested in interviewing for this position, please e-mail your resume to your respective Vice District Governor (LionAnnR@aol.com, sulink@earthlink.net, kk7bj@mindspring.com).
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The Lions, Lioness, Leos & Guests will assemble at the Prescott Resort, Prescott, AZ, November 14th, 15th, & 16th, 2008 for the 12th Annual Leadership Development Forum & Mid Year Conference. District Governor Bill Menard and the Lions of District 21C will be your host for this exciting weekend of LEARNING and FUN. The Leadership Forum, under the guidance of PDG Ralph Williamson, MD21 Leadership Chairman, begins at 1:00 P.M. on Friday, and he has many new and exciting programs planned for your education and enjoyment, including a special program from Maggie Hunt, “It’s A Sweet Life.” Our International guest for the weekend is ID Maurice Kahawaii and his wife, Lani, of Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, USA. Director Kahawaii brings an exciting spirit of the Islands to the world of Lionism, and will be presenting a dynamic program on “Retention.” In an attempt to “shake up” the schedule a little and bring some exciting new ideas to the Mid-Year Conference, the Host Committee is hosting a BLACKJACK Tournament on Friday Evening in conjunction with Bucky’s Casino, with over 70% of the entry fees coming back as prizes. Sign up now as we will only have opening for 90 players. ID Kahawaii will be the featured speaker at the International LUNCHEON hosted by Prescott Noon Lioness Club and you don’t want to miss ID Kahawaii’s unique presentation style. You are in for a real treat….and some other surprises from your host committee. And instead of a formal, sit-down dinner with speaker Saturday night, the Host Committee and the Council of Governors will be hosting a ‘1920’s Speakeasy’ GALA complete with dinner, dancing, and FUN…….Put on your thinking cap….come dressed in the style of the 20’s and 30’s – those double breasted suits and wide ties you’ve had in the closet….put on your dancing shoes….and just plan on a fantastic evening of fun, fellowship and friendship with the Lions, Lions, Leos and Guests of Multiple District 21. Of course, the business of the Multiple District as well as the individual Districts will take place on Sunday morning with Cabinet meetings and the MD Closing Session. AND MOST IMPORTANTLY, we will be voting this weekend for our next International Director Candidate. Currently there are two candidates running, so it will be vitally important for as many delegates as possible attend and take part in this process. MAKE YOUR RESERVATIONS NOW!!!!! PCC N. Alan Lundgren, MD Conference Chairman |
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As many of you know, Multiple District 21 has the opportunity to put forth a candidate for the office of International Director. It is the hope of the Multiple District to get this candidate on the ballot at the 2009 International Convention in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
At the MD21 Council meeting on Friday, August 2, 2008, the Council passed a resolution to call a special Convention to be held at the November Mid-year Conference in Prescott so the necessary votes may be taken.
There will be three votes taken at the Mid-year Conference in Prescott. The first vote will be taken on Friday, November 14th, to fully authorize the “Special Convention.” The second vote will affect only those districts who have endorsed candidates. As of this writing that is only District 21C. They will vote on Saturday, November 15th, to endorse a candidate. The third vote will be on Sunday, November 16th, wherein ALL three Districts, A, B and C, will vote to endorse a Multiple District candidate to run in Minneapolis.
We will need you to send delegates from your clubs to be present for these important votes. Make plans now.
It is also important that at the time of endorsement District 21C’s membership is above 1250 members. It currently stands at 1235 members. So, we URGE you not to drop any members until after the November election. You have already paid their dues to International and the District and Multiple District. So, please wait. Your second half dues is based on the November M Report so you will have plenty of time after the election to drop any members, if necessary.
And why not add at least one new member to your club before this crucial vote, and help your District’s extension team put together one or two new clubs this fall.
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Submitted by PDG Norm Harbinson
Lions Clubs International Convention is Coming
July 6 thru 10, 2009 in Minneapolis, Minnesota
MD 21 is to be in the Raddison University Hotel (shuttle buses will be available).
Make out your registration and reserve your room at the delegated Hotel ($150.00) deposit
The rooms will be held until December 31, 2008, after that the rooms will not be blocked and any Lion will be allowed to book a room at our Delegated Hotel.
Please get your registration in early , we MD21 participated a big turn out, we will be having a delegate for International Director (PDG Dick Sawyer) and I am sure we will be in abundance to support our delegate. We will be having a breakfast and a caucus and meet the delegates.
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The lady you read about last month has had her second successful surgery to repair her retina. It’s amazing because she still has light perception and can read large letters written with a permanent marker felt pen. She is in the process of healing from this surgery and will require a cornea transplant as well. Without our help she would have lost her eye.
Everyone please BE CAREFUL opening pop cans.
Thank You Letter To LIONS SIGHT & HEARING FOUNDATION Received Today
9/15/08
Dear Lions,
I would like to thank your agency for providing a hearing aid for my mother, Viola. She had struggled with hearing loss for a number of years but could not afford to purchase a hearing aid. Her case worker gave me your information and she was immediately approved. In no time we had an appointment with Miracle Ear in Tucson for a fitting. The entire process was very easy. Everyone we encountered was very professional and kind.
Again, thank you for providing this service and allowing my mother a better quality-of-life.
Sincerely,
Marilyn
NOTES: It’s time to think about obtaining your annual Arizona Charitable Tax Credit. An individual may obtain an Arizona Tax Credit by donating $200.00 to LIONS SIGHT & HEARING FOUNDATION, $400.00 for a family.
This helps the working poor stay off welfare rolls. By giving YOU save. For more information call Donna at (602) 954-1723.
****If you attend the MD-21 Mid-Year Forum please stop by the LIONS SIGHT & HEARING FOUNDATION Hospitality Room. We hope you will attend an informative session on Friday, November 14th,TOPICS--- HOW INSURANCE COMPANIES GET OUT OT PAYING CLAIMS/WHAT CAN YOU DO? WHEN TO REFER PEOPLE TO LIONS SIGHT & HEARING FOUNDATION. SLIDE PRESENTATION FROM DR. GARY MACKMAN. |
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Mother Nature Passes through LFA Campus
August 28, 2008 Mother Nature passed though our campus leaving quite a mess. Tree branches were left scattered all over the campus grounds. The rain did cause some leaks in Building A and Building C. LFA has, for many years, put other projects in front of its own maintenance schedules. We are now faced with a project that cuts to the core of our finances. We need to repair and or replace roofing at our facility. We have had various bids and the cost involves patching some of the roof areas to completely rebuilding some of the roof areas with a new foam roofing system. Bid prices range from $ 15K to $ 50K. In this economic environment, the $50K bids appear to be quite a stretch. Lions Club of MD 21, we need your help! Along with vacancies and TLC expenses we are not able to cover all of the expenses. As long as the sun shines we are alright, but that won’t last indefinitely. At your next board of directors meeting please put our plight on your agenda. Any amount that you can designate to this project is appreciated. |
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Maurice M. Kahawaii from Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, USA, was elected to serve a two-year term as a director of The International Association of Lions Clubs at the association’s 90th International Convention, held in Chicago, Illinois, USA, July 2-6, 2007.
Director Kahawaii is a retired neighbor island terminal manager for Chevron USA.
A member of the Kona Lions Club and a Lion since 1986, Director Kahawaii has held many offices within the association, including club president, zone chairperson, region chairperson and district governor. He has also served as district chairperson of MERL, Extension and LCIF.
In recognition of his service to the association, Director Kahawaii has received numerous awards, including the District 50 Outstanding President Award, a Best Zone Award and several International President’s Certificates of Appreciation. He is also a Progressive Melvin Jones Fellow.
In addition to his Lions activities, Director Kahawaii is active in numerous professional and community organizations. He is an officer in the Kona Hawaiian Civic Club and the AHA Hawaii ‘Oiwi, the Native Hawaiian Convention. He is also a member of the Royal Order of Kamehameha I, the Kona Toastmasters and the West Hawaiian Men’s Golf Club. In the past, he served on the board of directors for the Hilo Red Cross and the Hilo Boys and Girls Club, was president of the Big Island Fleet Safety Organization, was involved with the Aiea Jaycees, and served on the chambers of commerce for Kauai, Maui and Hawaii.
Director Kahawaii and his wife, Lani, have a blended family of six children and six grandchildren. |
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Are you a Lion with 1 or more family members who are also Lions in your club living at the same residence and only want to receive one copy of The Lion Magazine and the Canyon State Lion?
Here are some solutions:
Lions International suggests that you drop off the extra copy at your local public or school library, mail it to a local government leader, or place it in a waiting room at your place of business or any other suitable location. This way, non-Lions can access information about the association and its programs.
Have your Secretary update your membership to a Family Unit*. Instructions for your Secretary can be found at the following web site:
www3.lionsclubs.org/docs/family_unit_instructions_EN.pdf
*Family Unit applies to existing or new Lions in and/or joining the same club and living in the same household related by birth, marriage and other legal means - such as parents, children, spouses, aunts/uncles, cousins, grandparents and in-laws of spouses. |
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LFA Complex, Phoenix
Lions Foundation of Arizona has11,000 sq. ft. of below market rate rental space available. Lions Foundation of Arizona rents to non-profit agencies benefiting the disabled and under privileged. The spaces have a pool and many offices. It can reconfigured to suit your needs. Please contact Lion George F. Hill, Executive Director, 602-244-9758. |
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International President Al Brandel Wants to Meet You International President Al Brandel and his wife Dr. Maureen Murphy |
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| LIONS QUEST Lion Pat Tejada, Chairman The Lions Quest Program Committee is still in existence! Our most recent Grant from LCIF has ended, but with the generous donations from we still have funds to provide three more trainings while a grant proposal for additional funding is being written. |
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| LIONS SIGHT & HEARING FOUNDATION Pepsi Can Explodes By Executive Director Donna Rowe-Ruggeri This is a letter from a 39 year-old woman describing her unfortunate accident. We are performing a second surgery on her now and she will need a third surgery (cornea transplant) after she heals from this one. |
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The Lions of the World gathered in Bangkok, Thailand, June 24th to June 27th, 2008, to celebrate the 91st International Convention of Lions Clubs International, and from the moment we stepped off the plane at Bangkok International Airport to the moment we left thru a special departure gate thru customs just for Lions, the Lions of Thailand showed the world how wonderful they are as hosts. Of all the International Conventions I have been to, this was by far the finest when it came to Hospitality and feeling so welcome by not only the Lions of Thailand but by the people of Thailand. Thailand is the “land of SMILES,” and it was certainly visible EVERYWHERE we went. We truly felt at home. Arizona was well represented as one of the larger delegations from the United States with 21 registered Lions, 2 Leos and 1 spouse. It was also great to have PCC Vic and Lion Winnie join us from Manila as part of our delegation. The convention kicked off with the evening Parade on Tuesday…this time we marched in the middle, 88th out of 158 units. Even had our usual 10 minutes of rain while we waited. Wednesday morning saw the Opening Plenary Session, the out-going President’s address, and the FABULOUS Parade of Nations of Lionism. In the afternoon we that the “Sawasdee” pre International Bazaar prior to the “Sawasdee” International Show that featured music and cultures of Thailand. Wow, what an experience. Thursday at the Second Plenary Session we had the Memorial Service, the Keynote Address, LCIF & SightFirst II, Nominations for 2nd Vice President and for Int’l Directors. Friday, of course, starting with the delegates voting for the Executive officers and the International Directors as well as the amendments to the By-laws and/or Constitution. All ballot measures passed. The most note-worthy of the amendments was the passage of a Resolution to establish the offices of FIRST and SECOND Vice District Governors. The other three items were basically housekeeping matters. All passed. With that the 91st International Convention ended to be convened next year in Minneapolis, MN, USA. N. Alan Lundgren, Int’l Convention Chairman. |
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Board Member Visits Camp Tatiyee By Pearl Nancarrow One of the very best things about being a board member for Camp T. is the privilege to visit the camp while the campers are present. Every year I look forward to seeing the kids having fun among their peers and talking with them. I am in total admiration of the counselors; those “Average, ordinary, everyday superheroes” that are there for the campers day after day all summer long, dispensing hugs, smiles, gentle discipline, patience, and encouragement. Visiting the girls’ cabins, I saw the bright new curtains sewn by Lion Steve Ellis’s 80 year old mom. What a difference those curtains make! Conversation with the campers, even though they were deaf, wasn’t difficult. Many read lips, or have partial hearing. I was given a quickie lesson in sign language by the teen girls, and learned signs for “thank you, you’re welcome, OK, pretty, colorful, and swim”. Otherwise, a “thumbs up” and a big smile worked well. It was “Water Fun Day”. Groups were formed, and I tagged along with the one headed to the Moore Sports Court. The counselors had prepared several activities, all involving water. The equipment consisted of wet sponges, huge water guns, hoses, water filled balloons, large buckets and water based paint. This was the first day of camp, and two little boys didn’t want to participate. They were gently urged to join in, but when they refused, were told it was OK to sit and watch. One was reluctant because he had some stitches from a recent mishap and had been told to be careful. The other was shy. Eventually, both joined in and had fun. The counselors were wonderful, taking all this in stride. Next, we went to the ball field for a game of “Kick Ball Slip and Slide”. It is classic kick ball, only the last ten feet before each base had a thick plastic pad made slick with the addition of water and “tearless” baby shampoo. The technique is to run fast, then slide on one’s tummy up to the base. What fun! What excitement! Throughout the morning, counselors made sure campers stayed hydrated. Every twenty minutes, a water break was called, play stopped, and a line formed by the big Igloo cooler. Everyone was handed a cup, and told to drink up, seconds were encouraged. Kids forget to drink enough water, especially while playing in it. Counselors watched the kids closely, and would often ask campers “Are you OK? Do you need to rest?” or “Do you need a drink?” All the counselors use sign language, and also speak to the children face to face. This is important, because many of them lip read to some extent. Soon it was lunch time. Campers eat meals “family style” with two or three counselors at each table. I asked one small girl what was the best thing, so far, about camp. “The food”, was her reply! I would urge every Camp Tatiyee board member to try to visit the camp at least once during the season. It is a real joy to see what we Lions have brought to the lives of Arizona’s “differently-abled” citizens. Anyone can take part by sponsoring a camper! Lions and non-lions can do this. Camp Tatiyee is a non profit organization supported by the Lions Clubs of Arizona. Campers range in age from 7 to adult, and are physically or mentally challenged, deaf or blind or multiply handicapped. Individuals or groups: to sponsor a camper or donate to the camp (a 501-C 3 tax deductible opportunity), please make checks payable to Lions Camp Tatiyee, Inc. PO Box 6910 Mesa, AZ 85216. For more information go to: www.Arizonalionscamp.org (The kids will love you for it!) |
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Lions Sight & Hearing Foundation Executive Director Honored On the evening of July 12th, friends gathered for dinner to celebrate Donna’s 20 years of service to LIONS SIGHT & HEARING FOUNDATION. Many wonderful memories were shared by those in attendance. We are looking forward to many more years of her service and continued growth of the Foundation. Masters of Ceremony were PID Joe Preston and PCC Bob Lee. President Jackie Acorn started off the evening and thanked everyone for their participation and help. Lots of people contributed. It was held at the Clubhouse of Longhaven West Mobile Home Park, thanks to former Board Member Lion Al Coir. Invocation was by PDG and former Board Member Les Daviet ll, the Pledge was led by DG Thomas Spering. Many contributed memories and thoughts that were shared one-by-one. Actually, Donna wanted a “roast” but it didn’t turn out that way. Again, a sincere THANKS to all who did so much to make the evening a wonderful memory. |
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Lions Raise More Than US$200 Million to Save Sight Submitted by PID John Walker Bangkok, Thailand, June 26, 2008—Lions Clubs International Foundation (LCIF) and Lions around the world have exceeded their campaign challenge goal of US$200 million for their flagship, global blindness-prevention program, SightFirst. Funds raised during Campaign SightFirst II (CSFII), a three-year worldwide campaign operated by the international charitable foundation, will save or restore the vision of more than 37 million people around the world. Led by 7,000 CSFII Lion volunteers, Lions surpassed their initial US$150 million goal in February, four months in advance of CSFII’s conclusion. During the final month of the campaign alone, Lions raised more than US$20 million to surpass the US$200 million challenge goal. “The efforts of Lions worldwide over the last three years make me incredibly proud to be a Lion,” says Dr. Tae-Sup Lee, Lions past international president and CSFII chairperson. “Through CSFII, our role as ‘Knights of the Blind’ will continue for years to come because of the dedication of our volunteers and all of our donors. Most importantly, LCIF and Lions will be able to continue to deliver the excellent services of the SightFirst program and thereby ensure that millions of individuals around the world are able to live with the gift of sight.” At least US$100 million of CSFII funds will be granted through LCIF’s SightFirst program to contain and eliminate the leading causes of avoidable blindness, including cataract, the leading cause of preventable blindness worldwide. Another US$50 million will be used to combat new and emerging threats to sight, including diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration and low vision. The funds raised beyond the US$150 million initial goal will make it possible for Lions to fund research and rehabilitation initiatives in developed countries. Lions’ goal is to provide “Vision for All.” SightFirst was launched by Lions in 1989 to battle preventable and reversible blindness. Lions estimate US$6 is the average cost to save or restore a person’s sight through SightFirst. Lions have already restored sight to more than 27 million people by funding cataract surgeries, vision screenings and treatment, and improved eye-care services for hundreds of millions of people in underserved areas in 91 countries around the world. Lions have also built eye hospitals in developing countries and trained eye health care workers where there were previously none. CSFII officially concluded during the 91st Annual Lions Clubs International Convention in Bangkok, Thailand on Thursday, June 26 when the final dollar amount raised was announced. More than 18,000 Lions clubs members, including international media, from around the world were present for this historic announcement for LCIF. |
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This year the Internal Revenue Service has instituted new tax filing requirements for tax exempt organizations (this includes all clubs which are 501(c)(4) tax exempt and foundations which are 501(c)(3) tax exempt. |
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Expectations met reality! That was the conclusion drawn from the 2nd Faculty Development Institute held at the Grace Inn in Ahwatukee the weekend of May 30, 31 and June 1, 2008. Eighteen Arizona Lions were asked the first day what they expected to gain from their participation in the institute. They expected to show improvement in their presentation skills, make better presentations, be better equipped, gain confidence, speak well no matter what size audience, and be a better Lion. At the conclusion of the institute the participants made written evaluations. They indicated they gained from the institute what they had expected. Many said this was the best Lion leadership program they had participated in their Lionistic careers. Wow! |
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As of June 9, 2008 Campaign SightFirst II raised $180,769,667.01. Our Multiple (21A, 21B & 21C) contributed (cash & pledges) $508,926.70. Our Sector (MD21, MD40, &D50) raised $924,325.11. PID Joe Preston, with five Sector Coordinators working under him is now ranked number ONE out of forty-six in the world. |
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Saturday, June 21, Camp Tatiyee was buzzing with activity, preparing for Open House the next day. Barbara Daily and Barbara Shine headed up the team of Lions and a parent volunteer in assembling and cataloging over 100 goody baskets and prize envelopes for a silent auction and items for the raffle drawings. |
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| Many thanks to Lions PDG John Hart, VDG Ann Roberts, Ron Hansen, George Hill, Lon Taylor, Raul Silva and the Los Mochis Mexico Lions. Together they facilitated the movement of hundreds of pieces of medical equipment. Crutches, canes, wheelchairs and a variety of home health products are now in the hands of Lions Clubs and community organizations who are redistributing the equipment to people in need. Just one of the ways Lions Make It Happen! VDG Su Lin Trepanitis |
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Camp Tatiyee has had some wonderful success stories throughout the past fifty years. Adding up the successes is difficult, and I am certain I am falling short on the organizations and people involved. Literally, thousands of lives have been touched by Lions Camp Tatiyee. Thousands of Arizona's mentally and physically disabled have been, and are being served by attending Lions camp. |
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Boy Scouts from Gold Canyon Troop 219 gathered at Lions Camp Tatiyee nears Lakeside, AZ last Saturday to help member Vijesh Tanna carry out his Eagle Scout project by lifting, digging, fitting and leveling rock. |
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WOW…there has been a lot of training since January. I want to thank all the presenters; PCC Jerry Allen, PDG John Hart, PDG Dick Sawyer, PDG Phil Castrovinci, PID John Walker, PID Dave Roberts, PDG Larry Colbert CC Ron Brown and PCC Joan Williamson for all their efforts and help with the Zone Chair training, Officers Training and the DG school training. The mentioned Lions did a great job with their presentations and we all appreciated their time and effort. |
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ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION Please join us as we celebrate 20 years of Leadership by Donna Rowe-Ruggeri as Executive Director of Lions Sight & Hearing Foundation of MD21 July 12, 2008 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm Longhaven West Mobile Home Park 5201 W. Camelback Road Phoenix, Arizona 85031 Dinner $35.00 per person Old Fashioned Pot Roast or Tarragon Chicken Please send Reservations, Meal Choice and check no later than June 28, 2008 to: Mesa Thunderbird Lions Club Attn: PDG Ed Middlesworth PO Box 7893 Mesa, AZ 85216 |
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This year the Internal Revenue Service has instituted new tax filing requirements for tax exempt organizations (this includes all clubs which are 501(c)(4) tax exempt and foundations which are 501(c)(3) tax exempt. |
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The Lions of Arizona turned out once again and did what they do best “WE SERVE” and you did for the Special Olympians on Saturday May 3rd. The event was once again held at the Wells Fargo Arena in Tempe and you worked with approximately 200 special needs people, this is the closest figure we have. A big, big thank you goes to Lion Barbara Shine for stepping up to the plate and doing my job since I couldn't be there this year. Thank you to the five Leos who volunteered and to the families of Lions who gave of their time to serve. There were a total of 56 Lions and Guests plus the 5 Leos for a total of 61 volunteers. Thank you Chandler Lions and their Leo; Mesa Citrus Gardens, Mesa East, Tempe Sun Devil; Glendale Bellair, Glendale Evening/Longhaven, Peoria Pioneer, Peoria Sunset, Phoenix Metro, Sun City West Pioneer, Surprise Grand and their Leos. We also had a young man from Accent Eye Care volunteer with us. Again, thank you once again. |
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LIONS’ CAMP TATIYEE CELEBRATES
FIFTY YEARS OF PROVIDING A GREAT CAMPING EXPERIENCE!! Submitted by George Spears This summer Camp Tatiyee (Tah tee yea) will celebrate the 50th session of camping for For the most part, counselors are college students learning the skills of helping physically and mentally challenged individuals. Many of them return for two or three years, developing fast friendships with the campers. This summer on June 22 there will be great barbeque where-in visitors |
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2008-2009 COUNCIL CHAIR SELECTED The three 2008-2009 District Governor Elects announce their selection for Council Chair for next year. Immediate Past District Governor Phil Castrovinci was selected after an interview process with all interested candidates. IPDG Phil brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to this challenging position. |
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Imagine pedaling a mountain bike 2668 miles from Mexico to Canada through the Rocky Mountains along the Continental Divide - the ridge dividing the eastern part of the U.S. from the West. Imagine spending 68 days straight on that bike, travelling around 40 miles per day - at elevations up to 12,000 feet. And imagine that you will be pulling a trailer carrying your tent and food and water weighing 70 pounds with you - no supply caravan on this trip. Most of us get tired just thinking about it - but Tucson Rincon Lions Club president Naran Patel is game to go - to raise funds for Campaign Sight First II. Patel aims to raise $15,000 - enough to save the sight of 2500 people or one person for each mile he rides. A 67 year old retired international banker from Chicago, Patel has run marathons and biked cross country but never tried mountain biking before. He will leave Antelope Wells, New Mexico on the Mexican border May 23 - and plans to arrive in Banff, Canada on July 30, 2008. He will be riding the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route (GDMBR) through New Mexico, Colorado, Wyoming and Montana and another 165 miles into Canada. The GDMBR is the longest mountain bike dirt route in the world and crosses the Continental Divide 29 times. About 80% of the ride is on dirt roads through the Rocky Mountains. Elevations for the ride range from 2500 feet in Montana to 11,480 feet in Colorado. Temperatures will range from 100 degrees at the start of the ride in the Chihuahuan Desert in southern New Mexico to 30 degrees at night in the Rockies of Colorado. Patel will make the trip with three other men ranging in age from 55 to 65. The group includes a teacher from New Mexico and two riders from Phoenix and Philadelphia. Patel is the only Lion in the group and has dedicated his ride to raising money for Campaign Sight First II. Clubs or individuals interested in helping to save the sight of one person for each mile of the ride may send checks to Tucson Rincon Lion Sally Moffett at 8987 Tanqe Verde #309-310, Tucson, Arizona 85749. Additional information is available from Sally at 520-760-0152 or scmoffett@yahoo.com |
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Lions plan to help at the Spring Opening Eyes Special Olympics by volunteering in Tempe on Saturday May 3rd. |
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It’s that time again. It’s spring cleaning time! Yes, it’s time to make the old camp sparkle and shine for the campers and for our 50th Anniversary and annual Open House. The dates are: April 25 – 26 – 27, May 2 – 3 – 4, and May 9 – 10 – 11. These dates are Fridays through noon on Sundays. Lions, it is more fun if you can arrange to go with your Club members as a group, or take your family. Yes- bring the kids, they can work too. (It’s good Lions training. Get the spirit of volunteerism started early!) Come up Friday evening, so you are ready for Saturday morning. Honestly, I feel like a kid again when I go to these work weekends! I pack my sleeping bag, pillow and jammies, hat, work gloves, and an extra set of clothes. I get to sleep in the cabins, and eat three meals on Saturday, and two on Sunday that I don’t have to cook! It’s a kick to be up in the cool, clean pine-scented air of Lakeside. The camp has all the tools, rags, cleaning supplies and other stuff needed, or they’ll get it. If you have any special talents- carpentry, electrical or plumbing expertise YOU are a MVV! (Most Valued Volunteer). Let the contact person know you can do these special chores. Actually, most of the jobs are pretty easy, like painting hand rails and the bleachers, or raking, or laying ten tons of flagstone. (Well, that last one probably isn’t so easy). Chose a weekend (or two if you can), round up some fellow Lions, family members or friends. Call Dick or Linda first because they have to know how many people will be eating, and maybe I will see you up there. Contact for reservations, Dick and Linda Bragg: 928-537-2421, or e mail rmdickbragg@frontiernet.net |
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CSFII Update As of March 6, 2008 we, the Lions of the World, have raised $146,828,097 in cash and pledges. Our Worldwide Report day on February 20 showed cash and pledges (some which has not be submitted officially) at $157 million. Multiple District 21, has raised $459,142.37 in cash and pledges, and paid in $389,523.62. These funds have been raised by one Lioness Club, and eighty-eight (63%) of 140 Lions Clubs in MD21. A big thank you the clubs and Lions who have participated so far. How about the remaining fifty-two clubs helping out? Even small amounts will help. Clubs can still make pledges that go three or five years out, and so can individual Lion members. Non-Lions and Lion Members can also make tax-deductible contributions to CSFII. Remember, six dollars on average, will save the sight of one person through SightFirst II. Members and clubs, we need your help as we go for the $200 million challenge goal. Need information, please call your CSFII District Coordinator: Lion Robin Daviet - 602-827-0398, Lion Su-Lin Trepanitis – 520-661-4909, Lion Dave Webster – 480-827-0398. Need other CSFII information, please call Lion Bob Jones at 505-286-6267 |
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Arizona Lions Clubs have a good record of serving others, in our communities, our state and with our neighbors in Mexico – but the Phoenix Phil-Am Lions Club of District 21-C reaches around the world to give the gift of sight. The Phil-Am Lions just completed their fifth Medical Mission to the Philippine Islands – one of the most rewarding experiences any Lion could have. Dr. Rey Vito started the program in the late 1990s, getting his club to take a medical mission to the Philippines, where cataract surgeries were performed in one of the remote areas of the islands. Since then, the club has sent a medical team a total of five times, with surgeons to perform eye surgery and an optician to perform eye exams and present glasses to those who have impaired vision. Those who worked the latest mission returned in late February after being able to tally a total of 174 surgeries, over 1900 eye exams and giving out 4264 pair of glasses to those who needed them. This is somewhat of a miracle considering the tremendous cost of the mission, plus forming a team of 36, all volunteers, to make this happen. The planning is intense since the site the team uses for the surgeries, in most cases, is not up to the standards of hospitals in the U.S., and with the fact that all equipment and medical supplies to be used must be shipped or taken with the team when they make the trip. As if in competition with themselves, each mission sets a goal on how many surgeries can be done, and on each mission the team tries to better their last record. Key to making this happen is Dr. Conrad Ballecer, who was the overall chairperson this year, with Phil-Am Club President Ethel Luzario being in charge of the administration part of the project. The team included three surgeons, many nurses and medical personnel, plus Optician Jeannette Russell of the Arizona Lions Vision Center, and a team of volunteers. Financing comes from a matching grant from Lions Clubs International Foundation, plus help from Alcon Laboratories in providing medical supplies, and the Feed My People International organization, which provided help with shipping the surgical equipment needed. Added to this, the club itself has a huge responsibility in financing and bringing the project together. The glasses were provided by the Arizona Lions Eyeglass Recycling Terminal, a District 21-B project. A total of 6,000 pair of recycled glasses were clean, “read” and tagged with the prescription for the mission by ALERT members Lions Bill and Sally Manley, Su-Lin Trepanitis, Barbara Daily and Barbara Wisbrock Advance work includes finding a Lions club or multiple clubs that want to help sponsor the mission in the host country. In this case, the mission was in Bacolod, a city on one of the southern islands, where there were 16 clubs in the area who all participated in the event, first in the planning and then in the actual volunteer work. These clubs made arrangements for the hospital and a site for the eyeglasses screening, booked rooms for the team and provided some evening banquets and box lunches each day. This gracious group of Lions were outstanding. Nurse Beth Hurley is the key person who takes care of details, letting Alcon Laboratories know exactly what supplies and equipment are needed, down to the smallest q-tip. She is also the one who does a protocol manual outlining exactly what the schedule will be, exactly who does what when we arrive, and supervises the arrival of all supplies – some shipped and some that are carried on the plane as part of team members’ luggage. Three eye surgeons are the key to the hospital operation, with enough medical personnel to run three operating rooms at one time with others doing all the prep work, the doctor operating and then others finishing up. This is the way these specialists could complete 174 surgeries in four days. Everyone pitches in during the first two days there to get the operating theatre cleaned and ready, while the rest are sorting glasses and arranging the eyeglass program. Prior to arrival of the team, ophthalmologists in the Philippines who helped arrange the trip, worked with Lions Club members there to pre-screen those who they would recommend for cataract surgery. The entire event was also publicized there so the people would know where to go to get the help needed. Each day, when the team arrived by bus at the hospital and eyeglass building, there would be lines of hundreds of people filling the hospital waiting rooms and more hundreds lined up outside and inside the large building where the eye exams and glasses would be processed. They would greet the team members with smiles and “good morning”. The surgeons, Dr. Robert Rivera, Dr. Dharmendria Patel, both from the Valley, and Dr. J. J. Jarstad of Seattle, Wash., performed 171 cataract surgeries, corrected sight for two children with crossed eyes and one child with a serious growth on his eye. One of the cataract surgeries was on a 12-year-old girl who was so happy after the doctor performed the surgery, she sang a song for him. Although there were some new people on the mission, everyone was so well briefed that the work ran smoothly throughout. After arriving on Saturday and unloading everything in the appropriate places at the hospital, the team went back in Sunday to prepare for the week’s work. Monday through Thursday, the surgeries and the eye exams and presenting glasses ran from before 8 a.m. to sometimes late in the afternoon or early evening. Friday was finish-up and packing day for the team, with post-op exams by the doctors. Saturday, the team was taken by bus to a mountain resort a few hours away for a day and a half of rest and relaxation, after which, everyone left for Manila for another day of rest and then the trip to the U. S. To add to the many, many stories and heart-warming events of these missions, the Phil-Am Lions have also done some shorter four-day mission of this type in Mexico. This is a club that is truly dedicated to the work of bringing sight to those in need around the world. |
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Coming soon to a hotel near you (Mesa Windermere) a very special western weekend (Western Attire all weekend). The Arizona Lions of MD21 State Convention presented by District 21B invites all to a special weekend Y’all come May 16-18-2008. On 16 May join us by signing up for the Camp Tatiyee 50th anniversary; more information will be forthcoming soon. |
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We recently lost one of our long time members, Past District Governor Orville Gauthier. Orville was a great Lion, and a very interesting self made man. Back in 1957 he was one of five Lions who came together to incorporate the Arizona Lions Eye Bank, to meet a growing need in Arizona, to procure, store and supply eye tissue so that corneas could be transplanted. |
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MARCH 2008 Camp Tatiyee Thank You Camp Tatiyee Filming R & Z Workshop Report Camp Tatiyee Preparing for Half Century AZ Lions Have Possability of New Internation Director LS&HF Walk 4 Sight PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO THE MD21 CONSTITUTION Window of Opportuninity for PID Joe Preston 2008 Officers Training Work Weekends for Tatiyee |
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We will be hosting the dinner on Friday night at the state convention. As part of our presentation we will be having a power point slide show of all the clubs and Lions who have spent time working at the camp. We don’t want to leave anyone out, so we are asking clubs to send us any photos and identifying information to the camp to be included. We promise to return them in the same condition once they are scanned into our program. Send Your photos to Pam at PO BOX 6910, Mesa, AZ 85216 Thank you!!!! |
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I had the most wonderful experience recently and had to share it. We are filming a marketing DVD for the camp and had families come out to be interviewed. It was a long day of positioning people, adjusting lighting and re-shooting for sound purposes, starting at 8 am and ending well past 7 that night, but none of that mattered. Several of our staff came to be interviewed or to work with the families they love so much. Our families shared how much they love being able to do this for the camp because financially they can’t do much, but this they can. They were overjoyed to feel like they could help. How touching it was to see whole families come and share how camp impacts their lives, moms, dads, brothers, sisters and our beloved campers. We never get the opportunity to sit and listen to what we do for others and it was both humbling and empowering. Humbling because of the little things that they mentioned about having a chance while their child was at camp to reconnect with each other, to have a chance to hold hands, sleep in and not get up in the middle of the night to time a seizure or change a diaper, and yet they would immediately feel guilty for saying that. The siblings talked about getting to have someone to listen to them. The strength and connection in these families is to be envied, how in tune they are with each other, how attentive. To hear the campers talk about their joy of being on their own and watch the pride in mom and dad’s eyes was amazing. One of our mom’s thanked us for giving her kids a place where people weren’t afraid of her children, a place where people love them and care for them like they do at home, she thanked us for stepping up to the challenge in a world that doesn’t always care. WOW. It was empowering because it made all of the staff involved just want to do more. We walked out of there wanting to drive back to camp now. I know I don’t need to tell you how wonderful camp is, because you know, that’s why you have supported it for the last 50 years. But I will tell you again how blessed we are to be a part of something so beautiful. It reminds you in this crazy world that it is still all about the love. Thank you again for all you do. |
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I’m sorry for those that were unable to attend this great meeting that was presented by your MD-21 MERL Team. There were 8 Zone Chairs from 21-A, 5 Zone Chairs and 3 Region Chairs from 21-B and 9 Zone Chairs and 4 Region Chairs from 21-C. We also had all three DG, VDG, CST & CS. Extension chairs, Orientation Chairs, Women’s Membership Chair, VDG Candidates; PID’s, PDG’s totaling 51 Lions. We had great round table discussions in the a.m. and MERL team reports after lunch. The purpose of this meeting was to re-affirm the duties of the R & Z chairs for the next 6 months. The main topic was how we can increase our membership and the development of new clubs. By the time you receive this article in March we will still have March, April, May and June to increase our membership with new members, new clubs and retention. “Lets all work for a positive net membership growth program by June 30, 2008” All MD-21 Lions participating in the LCI Zone Training and MERL workshop |
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Camp Tatiyee is going to be fifty years old! On June 22nd, 2008, a BIG celebration is planned to coincide with Open House this year, and everyone is invited! Barbecue beef and the trimmings will be on the menu for lunch, there will be entertainment, a raffle and silent auction and tours of the camp via electric golf cars, or a self-guided walking tour if you prefer. Lions, we need your help! Did you help build the camp? Have you ever worked at the camp in any capacity? If you have old photos, anecdotes or special memories of Camp Tatiyee from the “early days” when the camp was built, or anything from the past fifty years, we’d love to get them. Please make copies of those precious photos for us. This can be done inexpensively at any Kinko’s, Walgreens or Wal-Mart stores. Write it out and e mail to: Pam Swanson at lionscampt@cox.net ; or to Pearl Nancarrow pnancarrow@cableone.net . If you don’t have computer access, mail it to me at: 305 S. Devereaux St. Globe, AZ 85501, and I will see that the right person gets it. We need donations of items for the raffle and for the silent auction. Clubs and individuals may donate, and you can ask local businesses and the movers ’n shakers in your community if they would like the opportunity to come up with a gift or prize for this worthy cause. (It is tax deductible). We will need people to work at the Open House in the areas of food prep, serving, cleanup, help with raffle and auction organization. If you (or your whole club) want to take on some part of this as a project, please contact Rick Savage at risavage52@hotmail.com , or Barbara brssll@frontiernet.net . Arizona Lions can take pride in the fifty years of service that Camp Tatiyee has dedicated to Arizona’s citizens with disabilities. Let’s show our pride by attending this special anniversary, and working toward making it the biggest and best one ever! |
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In addition to the move in January to begin positioning PID Joe Preston for a campaign to become Lions Clubs International 2nd Vice President in about three years, it seems Arizona may have the opportunity to have another International Director candidate. PID Joe Preston received a call from Lions Clubs International recently asking if MD 21 might have a “good candidate” for an International Director position, indicating that the Arizona Lions might have an opportunity to present another candidate for the two-year position on the LCI Board of Directors. This matter was also discussed at the recent meeting of the “Committee to Elect PID Joe Preston as 2nd V.P” with many Lions from all areas of the state attending. The pros and cons of having an election for an International Director to be presented as a candidate at the 2009 International Convention was discussed at that time and it was generally felt that it would be possible to invite potential candidates to run and still have the campaign for PID Joe Preston move forward. Timing for the campaigns would need to be worked together carefully, but it was felt it is possible, with each campaign being run by separate committees, coordinating with one another. |
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March 29th will be here soon. Plans need to be made now to participate in the second annual WALK 4 SIGHT. We need all Lions Clubs in the State to participate. Even if you don’t walk, you can at least collect pledges and send the money to the LIONS SIGHT & HEARING FOUNDATION. We will have one large walk starting at the Sight & Hearing Foundation, 3427 N. 32nd Street, Phoenix. You can call the Foundation at 602-954-1723 to get help and forms to participate in the WALK We will supply you with shirts, flashlights and other items to help you with your WALK Or you can organize a WALK in your own community. This year you can earn a banner patch for one of 4 levels. BRONZE $2000 Contribution SILVER $4000 Contribution GOLD $6000 Contribution PLATINUM $8000 Contribution These contributions can be made from the Club and/or from the pledges. PLEASE HELP US RAISE THE MONEY SO WE CAN HELP EVERY ONE THAT QUALIFIES FOR HELP WITH SURGERIES, HEARING AIDS OR EYE GLASSES. LOCATIONS AND TIMES
The WALK is a fun-filled activity that will take place Statewide in Arizona. No matter where you participate, you'll enjoy the festivities and the self-satisfaction that comes with knowing you're taking a step to help end the devastating effects of blindness. It's a great way to join family and friends in a healthful activity to meet new people, enjoy a silent auction and possibly win prizes - but, best of all, lend a hand to families in your area who are impacted by blindness. |
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PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO THE MD21 CONSTITUTION The MD21 Constitution and Bylaws Committee has prepared the below listed three (3) proposed amendments to MD21 Constitution that will be presented for adoption to the Delegates at the MD21 Annual Convention on May 17-19, 2008 in Mesa, Arizona. The MD21 Constitution and Bylaws Committee recommends the adoption of all three of the proposed amendments. FIRST PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO THE MD21 CONSTITUTION In Article VII, Multiple District Revenue and Expenses: Change the annual per capita dues figure in the first sentence of Section 3 from “$13.00” to “$14.00” AND In Section 3, Paragraph a, change the first and second half per capita dues figure in the first sentence from “$6.50” to “$7.00” AND In Section 6, Publications, change the annual dollar allocation amount in the first sentence from “$7.90” to “$8.90” and in Paragraph a from “$6.15” to “$7.15” PURPOSE OF CHANGE: $1.00 annual per capita MD21 dues increase to be allocated solely to the Canyon State Lion so the Newspaper can continue to operate on a balanced budget during these times of declining membership and increasing postal rates. SECOND PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO THE MD21 CONSTITUTION In Article VII – Multiple District Revenue and Expenses, Section 6, Publications, Paragraph f: Change the limit on the amount that may remain in the Canyon State Lion bank account at The end of a fiscal year from “$5000.00” to “$7500.00”. PURPOSE OF CHANGE: To provide sufficient Working Capital so the Canyon State Lion can meet its expenses for three (3) months while waiting for MD21 Dues Allocations to arrive at the beginning of the first and second half Of each fiscal year. The Working Fund balance is accumulated over time and does not require an increase in MD21 Dues. THIRD PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO THE MD21 CONSTITUTION In Article VII, Multiple District Revenue and Expenses, Section 5, Convention Fund, Change Paragraph g to read: “A $100 Petty Cash advance will be allocated to each District Governor attending the Convention and/or Conference to help defray supplementary expenses they may incur on behalf of the Convention and/or Conference. Any unused portion of these Petty Cash advances, along with receipts for any expenditures, will be returned to the Council Treasurer by each of the District Governors at the close of the Conference and/or Convention” PURPOSE OF THE CHANGE: To clarify the purpose and the procedure for the handling of these allocated funds. |
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A “Window of Opportunity
“The time is now,” was the collective feeling of a room full of MD 21 Lions leaders
who met in Phoenix on Saturday, January 26, to discuss the timing for Arizona’s PID Joe Preston to begin a campaign for election as Second Vice-President of Lions Clubs International. The meeting was called by a committee of 10 people who had been meeting for about a month prior to the Saturday meeting, to examine the timing and what all a run for Second Vice-President will entail. It was the feeling of this committee that now is the time to begin. Committee chairperson PCC Bob Lee opened the meeting with the question for those present, and was joined at the podium by PID Joe, who discussed the timing and his willingness for he and his wife, Joni, to begin a move for the high position in Lions Clubs International. He emphasized that there is a candidate for the International Convention this year, and with the rotation now in place, it would be 2011 before North America will be able to have a Lion elected to the position of Second Vice-President barring any unforeseen circumstances. But a three-year window is not too long for the important campaign, he emphasized. PID Joe has been tapped by LCI many times for leadership positions on committees and in heading events. One of the most exciting of these, he said, is that he was asked to be a presenter at the Community Anti-Drug Coalition of America convention in Washington, D.C. this last month. The CADCA is a very powerful organization headed by General Arthur Dean. They do a lot of lobbying in Washington, are involved in anti-drug TV broadcasts, have local connections all over the U.S. and more. PID Joe was representing Lions Clubs International Foundation in a seminar on how CADCA can more effectively partner with Lions Clubs and other service organizations to combat drug use at the local, statewide and national level. He talked about Lions Quest and the positive character building aspects of the program including skill building and healthy decision making, and made his point with the statement “It is much easier to teach children than try to repair adults.” As Chairperson for the U.S. Steering Committee for Lions Quest, he helped launch a pilot targeted workshop in February, hosted by Rutgers University. The workshop brought in 50 teachers for a one-day seminar on the topic of Service Learning. In conjunction with this, 28 Lion leaders from New Jersey also attended. Part of the time they met with the teachers, and then the groups split, with Lions and teachers going into different training groups. The Lions were educated on how to stay connected with the teachers being trained, and how to access the many resources they have from LCIF to support and help expand their efforts. The main goals of this pilot training workshop is to train the teachers, and to help the Lions stay connected for increased teacher implementation and retention. PID Joe also serves on the Lions Quest Advisory Committee, which is a 16-member committee made up of the LCI Executive Officers, and others appointed from throughout the world. Four members are advisors, but the rest, including Lion Joe, have voting power. This group considers all matters relative to Lions Quest and also have decision-making authority on Lions Quest grant requests. And to show that PID Joe Preston has “paid his dues” in preparing for his campaign for this high office, he is Area 9 National/Multi National Coordinator for Campaign SightFirstII, with authority over seven states, Arizona, New Mexico, Colorado, Utah, Nevada, California and Hawaii. This represents 28 Lions Districts. This job has required lots of travel, although e-mail has sped up communications and helped keep the costs down. The campaign is doing well and at the Worldwide Reporting Day set for late February, it was hoped they would be announcing that Lions have reached the hard goal of $150 million dollars raised, and are working hard to reach the stretch goal of $200 million dollars. “I have been blessed with wonderful people to work with on this task, especially locally with PDG Bob Jones, Lion Su-Lin Trepanitis, Lion Dave Webster and Lion Robin Daviet,” PID Joe said. In reviewing his start in Lions leadership service, he noted he began as his club’s president in 1979-80, was District Governor and Council Chairman in 1985-86 and International Director in 1996-98. In the meantime, he served as Host Committee Chairman for a meeting of the LCI Board of Directors in Scottsdale in 1991 and was named International Convention chairperson for the 1994 convention in Phoenix. He continued his rise by being USA/Canada Lions Leadership Forum chairman for the Portland Forum and has 10 years of experience working on the USA/Canada Forum committee. He will also be the liaison for the 2010 Milwaukee USA/Canada Lions Leadership Forum. The Committee to Elect PID Joe Preston LCI 2nd Vice-President is made up of representatives from all three districts. PCC Bob Lee is chairman for the committee, PCC Joan Williamson is secretary, PCC Alan Lundgren is treasurer, PCC David Lambert, Constitution and By-Laws; PID John Walker and PID David Roberts, finance; PDG Donna Anderson, public relations; and PCC Richard O. Brown and PDG Conrad Atwood, and of course, PID Joe Preston are all members. Many Lions from throughout the state will have the opportunity to serve on various committees and help with all the tasks of getting PID Joe elected.
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By the time you have received this article you will have received the officers training applications by snail mail and e-mail. Also, by March your club should have determined next year’s officers. Because of cost this will be the last year that the applications will be mailed to your clubs. It will be necessary that each club have a responsible Lion to receive your clubs e-mail and notify the CS that Lions name if it is not the secretary. This year all officers training will be in April, yes I know that again it’s the same thing each year, well it’s not…there are always some changes in our different offices. Please plan on attending…we need leaders with the knowledge of Lionism to lead our clubs. We are all leaders, let us lead the way LCI would like, we need to report to them and to your district and in order to do this correctly we need you to please attend the officers training. As I have always stated…if you went to work for a company the first book you would receive is the companies manual so why do we not want to refer to our LCI manuals. This year you will not receive any manuals from LCI or the district, you will have to download them from the LCI and MD 21 web page. I hope when you are choosing next years officers that some of your new members are stepping up to participate as officers or committee chairman. The dates for training are: Phoenix, April 5, Tucson April 12 and Flagstaff April 26, 2008. “SEE YOU AT OFFICER TRAINING” |
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It’s that time of year again; time to plan a weekend to help open your camp! We are reorganizing how we operate our work weekends this year with feedback that we have gotten from our Lion Volunteers in the past. This year each weekend will have an assignment so you can select where your skills will be best utilized. Our work weekend’s are April 25th to 27th, May 2nd to 4th , May 9th to 11th. We have a variety of jobs that need to be done this year. If you are planning to attend please call Dick and Linda Bragg, our Resident Managers (928-537-2421) to let them know when to expect you, and whether or not you will be staying with us at camp. This will help us to know how many people to plan for in regards to tools, beds and food. If you have a specific trade and want to know if help is needed, please give him a call! Please plan ahead and help us to make this a great experience for everyone! You are always welcome to bring friends, family and prospective members, it is a great time to share what Lions do and to meet other Lions from all over the state. You will need to bring bedding for a twin or a sleeping bag, toiletries and a change of clothes. Everything else will be taken care of for you. The buildings do have heat, and our dormitories do have an additional separate room with couches, beds etc… where our staff sleeps in the summer. Arrangements are ladies in one dorm and men in another except for Ponderosa, which can house both with separate sleeping and bathroom areas. We also have 6 RV hook-ups next to the recreation hall. Our Resident Manager is in charge of organizing work weekends and will have tools and accommodations ready for you. Please feel free to give them feedback. We so appreciate all of you coming and sharing in getting camp ready to serve! For directions to the camp call Dick at 928-537-2421 or go to our web site at www.arizonalionscamp.org and click on directions. |
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FEBRUARY 2008 Day at the Ball Park One Lions View Camp Tatiyee Board Nominations Campaign Sight First II Update Melvin Jones Memorial Rededication LFA Thanks Prescott Noon Lions Attention: Lions Sight & Hearing Needs Directors New Assistant Director for Camp Tatiyee MD21 State Convention LFA Super Bowl Winner You Going to the USA/Canada Forum? Vacincies on the Melvin Jones Memorial Board |
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11th ANNUAL ARIZONA LIONS DAY AT THE BALL PARK ****SUNDAY****SUNDAY****SUNDAY**** FOR YOUR LIONS CAMP TATIYEE SUNDAY, April 13, 2008 Seating: Regular Section Section 134 & 135 (Baseline Reserve) Gates Open At 11:10 A.M. Game At 1:10 P.M. ! Cut-Off Date-April 3, 2008 Arizona Diamondbacks Vs. Colorado Rockies Tickets are $45.00/ea. **$10 Food Voucher For Lunch** Need 30 Sponsors For “Challenged Campers”. This Being an Afternoon Game Allows Those Coming From Outside The Valley To Be Home Early. Have Your Club Or Zone Charter A Bus. Special Parking, Close To The Park, Is Available For Buses. Make Checks Payable To Your “Lions Camp Tatiyee” Mail To: Lions Foundation of Arizona 1016 N. 32nd Street, Suite 5 Phoenix, AZ 85008 |
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Our two-word motto is “We Serve”. I suggest that it should be three: “We Serve Others.” Nowhere in our constitution & By-Laws or our Code of Ethics does it say: “We Serve Me!” |
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The Board of Directors representing your Lions Camp Tatiyee would like to announce the following openings in each district to the Board; 21A; 2 openings, 21B: 2 openings, 21C 2 Openings. We would like to encourage those Lions with a passion about their camp to seek one of the fore mentioned positions. Experience in the following areas help, but are not mandatory: Administration, education, public affairs, rehabilitation, the medical field, marketing, law, real estate, engineering, contracting, philanthropy, human relations. A recommendation from the potential candidates club is mandatory. We ask the club to seriously consider their recommendations, as these candidates may become representatives for the Lions of Arizona. Please make sure the people who are seeking your recommendation are in fact the people you feel comfortable with in taking care of your state projects interests. Some questions to ask yourselves are: Does this individual have the best interest of Lions at heart? Are they open-minded? Can they work successfully as part of a team effort? Will they get involved in the actual work? What is their motivation for becoming involved with Lions Camp Tatiyee? We ask that you take these things into consideration before making your nomination to provide your camp with those Lions who will truly be committed to the best interest of your Lions Camp. Please Click on the printable form and fill out and mail it to the address stated. Thank you for your time and consideration. |
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As of January 14, 2008 Campaign SightFirst II has raised $130,289,765 in cash and pledges worldwide. Clubs in Multiple District 21 have pledged $443,463.37 and submitted $382,069.50. Eighty-three of the one hundred thirty-eight clubs in Districts 21A, 21B and 21C have assisted in our international effort to eradicate preventable blindness worldwide. GOOD FOR THEM. |
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Melvin Jones Lions International Memorial
Our 40th Melvin Jones Re-dedication Day Submitted by PDG Ralph Williamson The Weather Gods were shinning upon us on Saturday January 12, 2008 in Fort Thomas, Arizona when we celebrated our 40th dedication to our founder Melvin Jones. |
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The Lions Foundation of Arizona, Inc. would like to thank the Prescott Noon Lions Club for approving our grant request to complete our most needed “New Look” painting project. The LFA complex had exhausted its repainting funds and was left with Building C to be done. The Lions Foundation of Arizona, Inc. knows that in order to provide these funds to us many long hours and hard work took place. We understand that all State Projects have many valuable needs and the decision was a difficult one, Your kindness and support is greatly appreciated. |
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It's time again, for Lions clubs throughout the State to nominate strong, motivated Lions to run for positions on the Board of Directors of LIONS SIGHT & HEARING FOUNDATION. We currently have three 3 year terms and one 1 year term open in 21-A; two 3 year terms and one 1 year term open in 21-B; three 3 year terms and two 2 year terms open in 21-C. Our Foundation represents the heart of Lionsim. It has been active in Arizona for more than 34 years, addressing the ever-increasing eye and ear health needs of its citizens in ever more effective ways. |
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Below is a letter from Elizabeth Bechok, our new assistant Director. I am thrilled to have her joining us. Elizabeth has been involved with the camp on different levels for many years and has always been a model employee. She has amazing people skills, is incredibly tactful yet direct and always holds the camps best interest foremost in her mind. I have included a picture of Elizabeth above with one of our high school campers from this summer. Please join me in making her welcome as she begins her new journey with Lions Camp Tatiyee. FROM ELIZABETH: I first came to Camp Tatiyee in 1999. I was looking for adventure, and an experience that would help others and make me a better person. I recall arriving to Camp for the first time feeling humbled by the beauty of the Ponderosa Pine forest lit by the glowing full moon. I was amazed by the warm, welcoming people who made me feel immediately at home. After that summer, I was a more capable and fulfilled person. I returned to Camp for the summer of '06 and then decided to move to Flagstaff. I worked again as lead counselor last year, and now have been granted the amazing opportunity to be assistant director. The magic of Camp Tatiyee changes lives. Camp Tatiyee is a place where people learn to dream and gain skills to make those dreams a reality. Working at Camp, I learned to act with compassion, communicate effectively, honor the needs of others, and laugh often while working hard. The camp experience teaches counselors and community supporters how to care for others, preparing them to give back to society in meaningful ways. Campers walk away grinning ear to ear with gained independence and new friends. Parents and caretakers are able to see campers shine and have the time of their lives. Most importantly, camp is fun! For all these reasons, I am thrilled to be assistant director of Lions Camp Tatiyee. I want to help provide these life lessons and skills to other campers and counselors. I am thankful to be working with Pam Swanson, who has been a fabulous teacher to me for many years. Furthermore, I am pleased to be working for the Arizona Lions Club which is such a generous and caring organization. Together through the mission of Lions Camp Tatiyee, we will continue to change lives and bring joy to many people. |
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Lions Foundation of Arizona, Inc.
Request for Board Nominations Dear Lion President: |
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Coming soon to a hotel near you (Mesa Windermere) a very special western weekend (Western Attire all weekend). The Arizona Lions of MD21 State Convention presented by District 21B invites all to a special weekend Y’all come May 16-18-2008. On 16 May join us by signing up for the Camp Tatiyee 50th anniversary; more information will be forthcoming soon. |
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The winning ticket for the LFA Super Bowl XLII Fund Raiser Raffle is Lion Patty Lacy from the Tucson Downtown Lions Club. The drawing took place at the LFA Office and was picked by CC Ron Brown along with Lion Marc Paquette, LFA Board member from the Scottsdale Lions Club. Lion Su Lin Trepanitis, LFA Board member from the Tucson Downtown Lions Club personally congratulated Lion Patty on behalf of Lions Foundation of Arizona, Inc. The package includes admission for two, four nights at the Scottsdale Resort, round trip transportation to the game from the Scottsdale Resort, Game day cocktail party hosted by a former NFL great and official Super Bowl souvenirs. This will be a once in a lifetime Super Bowl NFL experience. |
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Does your calendar look like mine? It you don’t plan ahead, you miss out on some of the fun things. Is it really too early to start planning for next September? I don’t think so! Have you wanted to go to Canada for a mini-vacation and didn’t think you could afford it? Here’s your opportunity. The next USA/Canada Forum will be September 16-21, 2008. Start by going to www.tourismsaskatoon.com Right on top of the cover page is a line of graphics. Go to Photo/Video Gallery. You won’t be disappointed! Now here’s the good part. Uniglobe Travel (1-866-470-2010) has made a “deal” with Northwest Airlines. Roundtrip is $520 (including taxes). There are several reasonably priced tours that they can add to the package for your mini-vacation. They are based in Saskatoon and can answer all your questions. Don’t bother using Orbitz, Expedia, Kayak or going directly to the airlines. Uniglobe’s fare is at least two hundred dollars cheaper per person. PS: You don’t know what USA/Canada Forum is? Just the most fun and best training programs Lions have to offer. It would be great if every club sent their vice-president for 2008-09 so they could take advantage of the experience before they become club president. You can go online to register at usacanadaforum.org. |
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21-A One (1) opening for a one (1) year term. |
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MD 21 FACULTY DEVELOPMENT INSTITUTE WHEN: May 30, 31, June 1, 2008 (workshop will begin promptly at 1:00 PM on May 30th and conclude at approximately 3:45 PM on June 1st) WHERE: Grace Inn WE WILL PROVIDE: A room for each participant (two persons /room) THE PARTICIPANT WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR: The participants mileage and travel expenses PARTICIPANT’S PROFILE: Participants are those Lions who have some experience in serving as instructors at Lions training events in the sub-District or Multiple District OR who would benefit from this instructional skill refinement course. (Lions with extensive experience as Lions faculty or as professional trainers are not recommended for this institute.) Participants must have demonstrated basic instructional skills at training seminars along with a keen interest to further develop those skills. Participants will be selected with the understanding that they will be expected to serve as faculty/instructors at other training events throughout their area. CURRICULUM: LCI Leadership Development Overview |
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On Friday December 14, 2007 a group of MD Leaders along with the District and Vice District Governors had a very good leadership conference and meeting. Please, those of you who are our Region and Zone leaders for the balance of this year and those that will be our future leaders next year mark your calendars with the following dates: |
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As you know our Lionistic project year just ended. We were able to serve 419 children and adults through the camp this year and we would like to thank the following organizations for their support of our 2007 camping season. When we receive these grants we agree to share this information to bring their good works to others awareness. |
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It's that time of year again; time to plan a weekend to help open your camp! |
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Dear IP Mahendra, IPIP Jimmy, VP Brandel, VP Wirfs, International Directors, Board Appointees, Past International Presidents and Past International Directors, |
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LIONS SIGHT & HEARING FOUNDATION
The Gift Of Sight To The Poor In Mexico By Executive Director Donna Rowe On November 29th, Director Rodger Burris (Eyeglass Collections Chairman), Lion Joanne Burris and Executive Director Lion Donna Rowe delivered over 15,600 eyeglasses to B-1 District Governor Joel Gomez (Lions In Sight De Mexico). These eyeglasses will be used in their permanent eyeglass clinics within Mexico. Since 2002, Lions Sight & Hearing Foundation (via Director Rodger Burris), has delivered approximately 336,000 pair of eyeglasses to the warehouse in Nogales for use in Lions In Sight De Mexico's permanent clinics. DG Joel, very gracious as usual, presented us with his District Governor's pin. We are very proud of our partnership with Lions In Sight. I was part of a mission to Yucatan several years ago and was impressed with the wonderful way the eyeglasses were dispensed, the clinic went like clockwork, very efficient. We saw and dispensed hundreds of eyeglasses in just a few days. People came from miles and were lined up for several blocks. Some had been there all night. |
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DECEMBER 2007
Thanks to Rebuilding America Thanks A Million Program Benefits Lions Camp Tatiyee |
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| Thanks to Rebuilding America
On Saturday morning, October 27th, over 200 volunteers descended upon 3100 E. Roosevelt in the LFA Campus to paint the building that houses Arizona Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired. Volunteers from FedexKinkos, Freescale Semiconductor and Countrywide teamed up to give ACBVI a much needed face lift. They finished the job in less than three hours and a good time was had by all! Our thanks to all who helped make this project a great success. |
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| Thanks A Million Program Benefits Lions Camp Tatiyee Organization Name: Lions Camp Tatiyee, Inc. Group Identification Number: 24388 It’s time to Ready, Set....SHOP! The 2007-08 Bashas’ Thanks A Million for Friends and Neighbors program is about to begin. Starting in September you and your supporters can have a portion of your shopping dollars set aside for your nonprofit. It’s so simple, and yet so beneficial! Last year, local non-profits like yours earned $298,000+ with the Thanks A Million program! This year’s Thanks A Million program begins September 1, 2007 and will run through March 31, 2008. The first time you shop at Bashas’ beginning Sept. 1, please ask the cashier to link your group ID number (below) to your Bashas’ Thank You Card. You only have to link your number once during the program, and the link remains active until March 31. (New and veteran participants alike must link their group ID number to their Bashas’ Thank You Card every year.) Please visit our Web site at www.bashas.com/charity to learn more about our program track your group’s progress online and receive special tips to help you maximize the program. Bashas’ rewards groups that are actively participating in Thanks a Million with fun bonuses. To find out what these bonuses are, visit our Web site at the beginning of each month during the program. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me via e-mail at scontreras@bashas.com. Thanks A Million, and good luck! Stefanie Contreras Thanks A Million Coordinator Bashas’ Family of Stores |
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| Camp Tatiyee Lights are Coming!
The excitement is building! It is almost time for the Annual Tatiyee Lights display! Once again, businesses in the Pinetop, Lakeside and Show Low area have elves working at Camp Tatiyee. Right this minute, those elves are on the ground, up on ladders and up on the rooftops of the rustic cabins. They are busily stringing wires, making grids, testing the motion range of large animated figures, and checking to see that the lights are hung to the greatest effect for color, brightness and maximum glitz. Each business has chosen a log cabin at the camp to decorate, and they are vying for the coveted “people’s choice” award. |
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| Lions Foundation of Arizona Vehicle Donation Program It’s Easy – It’s Fast – It’s Tax Deductible The LFA comprehensive vehicle donation program is now in place and ready to go. Just call the LFA vehicle donation HOT LINE at 602-252-0084. Depending on condition, the vehicle will be collected running or not within minutes of your call. All appropriate paperwork will be completed easily and hassle free. All proceeds from the program is designated for the Lions Camp Tatiyee Land Campaign (TLC). All vehicles are then prepared for public auction. Here is a great opportunity to get rid of your unused vehicle, obtain tax benefits and help insure that the existence of Lions Camp Tatiyee can never again be in jeopardy. |
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| FACULTY DEVELOPMENT INSTITUTE Submitted by PDG Dick Sawyer The 2008 Faculty Development Institute is a GO! Nomination (application) forms were made available at the Mid-Year Conference in Prescott. They can also be found on the MD21 website at www.lions-md21.org. The forms need to be submitted no later than January 15, 2008. |
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| LFA Fund Raising Raffle
The Lions Foundation of Arizona will be sponsoring a Club Fund Raising Raffle this fall. The prize will be two tickets to Super Bowl XLII, February 3, 2008. |
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| LIONS FOUNDATION OF ARIZONA, INC. “GETS A NEW LOOK” The Lions Foundation of Arizona, Inc., office complex, located at 1016 North 32nd Street, in Phoenix, with the help of Corporate Volunteers, paint donated by Dunn Edwards and the effort coordinated by Rebuilding Together, Valley of the Sun, painted three buildings at the Foundation. |
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| Challenge to Change was indeed challenging!
The Lions who attended the Challenge to Change presentation at the Prescott Mid-Winter Conference right after lunch got little chance to take a nap when the MD21 cheerleaders came on the scene with the cheer… L I O N S… L I O N S… L I O N S….. LIONS, LIONS, LIONS, WE SERVE! |
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| MID-WINTER CONFERENCE REPORT Submitted by PDG Ralph Williamson PID John Walker introduced ID Bill Hanson our visiting International Director at the opening of the conference on Friday. ID Bill and his wife Lion Carole helped to make our Conference a success. The final tally is not in yet but there were about 300 in attendance again this year. I want to thank all the following presenters who were outstanding this year; PDG Ralph started Friday with a program ìyou need to be a team playerî, Lion Kyle Simmons had a Womenís Membership Development program, PCC Dave Lambert explained to us about the new IRS 990N Form, Lions Sandy Shiff and Dave Webster explained the LCI Insurance plan. Starting on Saturday morning ID Bill Hanson brought us news from LCI, then Dr. Reyes from Barrows Neurological Institute explained to us about the disorders of Alzheimerís, Dr. Ester Porter, PHD explained to all of us why she was a grass Root Lion, after lunch the MD 21 cheerleaders lead by Lion Patty Figueroa and Barbara Daily led us into the century of Challenge And Change, there was a very good Zone meeting along with reports. From the MD projects. Saturday night was a casual Western event and I was told all appreciated the leisure atmosphere. Sunday we had our District Cabinet meetings and then CC Ron Brown closed the conference for another year. I want to thank all the Lions and clubs that helped, The Prescott Noon Lions with the program book, The Phoenix Metro Lions Club with the great raffle items and the Peoria Sunset Lions Club with Registration. My committee Lion Debbie Vine, Lion Rudy Diaz, Lion Dick Robinson, Lion Linda Finley, Lion Carol Seipel and most of all my wife PCC Lion Joan. |
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| RETENTION – It’s the job of ALL members -Part 7 Submitted by PDG Dick Sawyer, MD Retention Chair This month as we continue with our discussion of the Lions Mentoring Program we will look at Level Three: RESULTS – GOALS. |
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