Single District 10 Lions

Michigan's Upper Peninsula

Single District 10 Lions - Michigan's Upper Peninsula

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Single District 10 Convention 2019 Photo Galleries
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Lauren Kwarciany
The Single District 10 Lions would like to introduce Lauren Kwarciany, a junior at Bark River-Harris High School, and a member of the Lions of Michigan All State Band, who will be representing the Lions of Michigan at the Lions International Convention in Milan, Italy, in July of 2019. Lauren is the daughter of Dr. Scott Kwarciany of Gladstone and Christina Kwarciany of Bark River.
Lauren is extremely humbled to have been selected to serve in the All State Band and excited to travel to Italy, where the All State Band will be performing in the cities of Milan, Florence, and Rome.
For more information about the Lions of Michigan All State Band or information on making a small donation to support Lauren’s trip to Italy, please call Scott Kwarciany (906) 280-1503, Christina Kwarciany (906) 399-9615, or Lauren Kwarciany (906) 280-6438.
Donations may also be made to the “Bark River Lions Club-LMASB” and sent to the following address:

Bark River Lions Club
All State Band
P.O. Box 123
Bark River, MI 49807

Membership Packets
As Global Membership Chair, I request packets from the International.  When new members are posted on the International site, we print out certificates and letters from the Governor for both sponsor and new member.  These are then mailed to the secretary or president of the club, and usually arrive within two days.
The packets also include information on Lions, a discount certificate from the Lions store, pins for both new member and sponsor, and a pen for the new member.
If you would like to receive the packets early, just email wnrowe@charter.net with the name of the new member, the name of the sponsor, and the date of the induction.
Global Membership Chair and PDG Bill Rowe


Northwoods AirLifeLine
Northwoods AirLifeLine is a free service for those needing fast transport to hospitals for needed services such as chemo treatments, transplants, and other surgeries that cannot be done in the Upper Peninsula.  A doctor’s recommendation is needed, but there is no charge for the service, or income level requirement.  The patient must be able to get into a small plane with minimal assistance. 
NWALL owns two planes, and some of the pilots also use their own planes for the trips.  This is all funded by donations (many clubs donate to this), and fundraisers.  A fundraiser for next year is being planned. 1-800-311-1760


What Is LCIF?
Every day, Lions Clubs International Foundation (LCIF) works to fulfill our mission: “To support the efforts of Lions clubs and partners in serving communities locally and globally, giving hope and impacting lives through humanitarian service projects and grants.”

Since our founding in 1968 we have strived to sustain Lions’ humanitarian service goals throughout the world, awarding over 13,000 grants totaling more than US$1 billion, in the four key areas of sight, youth, disaster relief and other humanitarian efforts.

We give sight. LCIF is providing vision for those in need all over the world by combating eye diseases, creating infrastructure to improve eye care delivery, increasing the number of trained eye care professionals and making vision care more equitable and sustainable.

We support youth. All young people deserve to have an education, feel cared for and experience healthy development so they can have the chance to achieve their dreams. Through our positive youth development program, Lions Quest, LCIF is helping children learn to work together, make positive decisions and serve their communities. The Foundation also supports youth through constructing schools, youth centers and vocational training centers.

We provide disaster relief. Lions are often some of the first to arrive at a disaster to provide relief, and Foundation support is right there with them. We help devastated communities survive after disasters and bring hope by assisting in long-term efforts of rebuilding of homes and lives.

We address humanitarian needs. From working to combat global health issues such as measles and diabetes to empowering those with disabilities to lead more independent and fulfilling lives, LCIF is dedicated to a range of humanitarian service projects. The Foundation continues to develop and expand programs that meet emerging needs worldwide.

Lions Bulletin

Teal Lake Melt-Down Check Presentation

Ishpeming MI – The Teal Lake Melt-Down fundraiser officially came to an end on Friday, April 26, 2019 at 12:18 PM when the headframe submerged through the ice. The headframe was placed on the ice in early February, and until March 31 the community purchased $5 tickets for a guess as to when it would submerge.

Christine Koski guessed the headframe would go out of sight on April 26 at 1:07 PM, making her the closest guess and the lucky winner of $1,508.00.

A check presentation was held at the Greater Ishpeming-Negaunee Area Chamber of Commerce on Tuesday, April 30, 2019. Dave Hallgren and Neil Lynch of the Negaunee Lions Club, together with Bob Hendrickson, Executive Director of the GINCC, congratulated Koski on her win. Hallgren was the seller of this year’s winning ticket.

2019 marks the third year that the Negaunee Lions Club held this fundraiser, and the first year that the GINCC has partnered for it. Previous winners guessed April 20 at 10 a.m. in 2016, and April 9 at 3 a.m. in 2017.

The SD 10 Scholarship Program
The SD 10 Scholarship Program has selected 4 students to each receive a $750.00 scholarship from our program. This is a thank you that was received from a student –

I wanted to thank you and anyone involved in the decision to grant me a scholarship. It has been an enormous answer to prayer. The scholarship route has been so difficult, and I greatly appreciate it! I can never convey how much it truly means to me.

In the words of the infamous George Kelly – “It’s a GREAT DAY to be a Lion”

Leader Dogs For The Blind
April newsletter – click to view

Defense Against Diabetes Grant Awarded to LIONS of Michigan

Dear Lions of Michigan:

Here is a short update on the D.A.D Project.  

On Friday January 11, 2019 our MD 11 & SD 10 has received official notification by Lions Clubs International Foundation’s Board of Trustees approval of the LCIF Diabetes Grant for “Defense against Diabetes” (D.A.D.) Project in the amount of $187,509 over a one-year project period.  

All eleven Districts as the Lions of Michigan have committed to pursuing the new LCIF Diabetes Grant and have raised funds equal to $62,500 and will now receive matching funds of $187,500 to equal the total of $250,000 for all eleven Districts which will be disbursed proportionally to funds raised by each District.  Each District has raised as much as $5,681 and will be receiving matching funds of $17,045 to equals $22,726 per district.  We now have major tasks to accomplish as a Lions of Michigan team.

We plan to meet with the District Chairpersons of Sight Conservation/Diabetes,  District Governors and our D.A.D. Steering Committee on Saturday February 23, 2019 right after the Lions of Michigan Forum to discuss and review requirements and conditions to administer the funds for the grant.  Lion Bill Bradfield and I will be on the agenda for the Council of Governors Meeting on Saturday evening to present complete information.

 Please watch for more information coming out in the next month on this major Diabetes Grant Program called “Defense against Diabetes” (D.A.D.).  Remember Diabetes is the leading cause of blindness worldwide.  Lions can make a difference in fighting this disease.

Thank you,
Lion Roger Blackwell
State Committee Chairperson, Sight Conservation/Diabetes

Lions KidSight USA Foundation Newsletter
January 2019 – click here to download

Leader Dogs for the Blind
Lions quarterly reports – click here to download

Fellow Lions,
The Lions Michigan Forum is your opportunity to Strengthen Our Future at the Forum on February 23!
With 16 breakout sessions focusing on how to build a stronger club and your community presence, you’ll find the Forum a great investment into your club’s future. Click here to download brochure
Please plan to join us!
Lion Wendy Burns

Is a guide dog right for you?
> click here to view

Lions of Michigan Foundation Fund Information
Michigan Department of Treasury  – Lions of Michigan Foundation Fund information to your family and friends. Beginning in January, Michigan residents who file a Michigan Income Tax Return will be able to process a donation to the foundation on their Michigan Income Tax Return. – click here to view

SB 35 & HB 4081 have Passed!
A meesage from Michigan Charitable Gaming Association – click here to view

Yooper girl raising money to be part of All State Band for the Milan Intl Convention
From Tracy Movalson:
We have a Yooper girl raising money to be part of All State Band for the Milan Intl Convention. Let’s support her! See more info below;
From Powers Spalding Lions Club:
At tonight’s meeting we were made aware of Lauren Kwarciany raising money for a trip to Milan to be apart of the Michigan All State Band. Our club feels that this is amazing that a local student has this opportunity and we have pledged $500 towards her goal. If you can pass along the word to other local clubs we challenge them to do the same to help her reach her goal and represent District 10 in Milan,Italy.
Thank you for helping to spread the word.
Chris LeBoeuf

Teaching Family Homes
2018 Annual Report > click here to view

Adopt a Child Campaign
Attached is a letter from Teaching Family Homes concerning our Adopt A Child campaign > click here to view

LCIF $250,000 Diabetes Grant II
> click here for complete information

Your Donation Dollars at Work
Summer Experience Camp is a unique summer camp for boys and girls ages 16 and 17 who are legally blind combining summer fun, independent travel skill training, leadership development, an introduction to guide dogs and the opportunity to spend time with peers facing similar challenges.

Campers kayak, rock wall climb and tandem bike, receive a free GPS device with instruction and spend time with dogs and Leader Dog guide dog mobility instructors to learn more about living and working with a guide dog.

In 2015, our Summer Experience Camp was accredited by the National Accreditation Council for Blind and Low Vision Services (NAC) for applying best practices and delivering services that focus on positive outcomes for our clients, and meeting or exceeding industry standards for the administration and service provision.

Summer Experience Camp was held Saturday, June 23–Saturday, June 30, 2018. The cost per young person is $2800. But it is provided at no cost, because of Lions like you!

Below is a link to a video that Fox Sports Detroit produced regarding our Summer Experience Camp. Enjoy! > click here to watch

Fellow Lions,
Please share the attached 2018 White Cane Proclamation with your clubs and community leaders. A copy can be downloaded by clicking here

Project KidSight Events
Project KidSight SCHEDULED events can now be viewed at the SD10 website. Simply look under Projects, Project KidSight and scroll down to just before the downloadable forms (or click here). Click on the month you are looking to schedule the event in.
Is there not a calendar posted for that month yet? Then you’re in luck! No one has booked an event that month yet! The calendars posted show scheduled events. “T” next to the event indicates that the trailer has been requested. “C” next to the event indicates just a camera has been requested. We do have 3 cameras, so more than one event can be scheduled on each day.
So, regardless of which Project KidSight Coordinator you are working with to set up an event, once you have the date set please email or call Lion Peggy Lindeman with the date and whether you are requesting the camera or trailer so she can get it on the calendar and posted on the website. If the event gets canceled, postponed or rescheduled- again email or call Lion Peggy so she can update the calendars.
Thank you all for your help and looking forward to helping all of you help the kids in our District by setting up PKS vision screens!
Lion Peggy Lindeman
yoopergirl1@charter.net
906-458-4328 or 906-346-6360

From Around The District 10

Gladstone Lions Club

12-20-2018 - Escanaba Salvation Army Donation
12-20-2018 – Escanaba Salvation Army Donation
12-20-2018 - Gladstone St. Vincent De Paul Society Donatio
12-20-2018 – Gladstone St. Vincent De Paul Society Donation

 

Gretchen PrestonLeader Dog Program presentation
Daily Press Article
Gretchen Preston, president of the Marquette Lions Club, spoke to the Escanaba Lions Club Monday night about the organization’s notable Leader Dog program. Blind since age 11, Preston also brought her dog around the room to meet the Lions. Greeting Floyd, a five-year-old black lab, are Bill Jensen, right, and Randy Kleiman. Preston had been scheduled to talk about Leader Dog at three Escanaba schools Monday (January 7, 2019), but those programs were cancelled because of the snow storm and may be rescheduled.

Escanaba Lions Club

Escanaba Lions hold annual Christmas Party for Bishop Noa residents – click here to read more

Escanaba Lions support diabetes program – click here to read more

Wells Lion’s Club Holds Christmas Dinner/Appreciation Night
On Saturday, December 15, 2019, over 60 Lions, Lioness and guests gathered to celebrate the Well’s Lions Club! The evening started with delicious hors d’oeuvres and followed with a delicious steak dinner.
Immediate Past International Director, Jenny Ware had the honor of presenting Lions Ernie Gustafson and Pat Verhamme with a Melvin Jones Award. PDG Harold Schurmer presented the Lion of the Year to Lion Dennis Cole and Special Recognition was given to Lion Pat Barron. Lion Jim Helgemo who can always be found behind the grill in the food trailer was honored with a Special Chef hat and an engraved spatula thanking him for his many hours of service! A final roast was given to Lion Mike Way who recently retired! > click here to view photo gallery

 

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Words To Live By

Do Over!
Lions members are a representation of an individual with a deeper sense of the ‘knowing and seeing’ of what needs to be given with the sensitivity and compassion to those they encounter who need assistance.  It could be by the grace of God that you were there at that time, and I believe everyone has the thoughts of the (what if’s, how come’s, why’s’ and if I had only known) pass through your mind, but it’s not about getting the answers of how it got to that point.  What really matters is what are you going to do now, in the present!  As many times as we think a ‘do over’ would be great, we can’t.  God gave us a forward movement and the wisdom (of our past) to understand that if you encounter that situation again – you will know what to do.  THAT Lions, is your ‘DO OVER’!  We made a choice when we decided to become members of the world’s largest service organization, be proud, be Lions and get out there!

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