Session Objectives List the types of LCIF grants Identify the benefits and impact of LCIF Apply for a LCIF Standard Grant Recognize the importance of contributions to LCIF 1

LCIF Mission To support the efforts of Lions clubs worldwide in serving their local communities and the world community as they carry out essential humanitarian service projects. 2

How LCIF Works: Individuals, clubs, districts, and partners fund LCIF Melvin Jones Fellowships = more than 75% LCIF provides funding to support Lions’ efforts 3

LCIF Quick Facts: Since 1968, LCIF has awarded 12,307 grants totaling more than US$918 million In , US$46 million given for 538 projects Named the #1 non-governmental organization in the world with which to partner 4

Overview of Grant Programs Standard Grants: Support/expand Lions humanitarian projects Most common grant Matching funds up to US$100,000/ minimum US$10,000 5

Overview of Grant Programs SightFirst Grants Fight preventable/reversible blindness with sustainable eye care service projects No maximum grant limit or specific match required 6

Overview of Grant Programs Core 4 Grants Up to US$200,000 for projects in 1 of 4 target areas: Preserving sight Combating disability Promoting health Serving youth 7

Overview of Grant Programs Emergency Grants For immediate relief needs following natural disasters: food, water, clothing, etc. Disaster must impact 100+ people Up to US$10,000 (depending on scope of disaster) 8

Overview of Grant Programs Major Catastrophe Grants Up to US$250,000 for immediate relief or long-term reconstruction projects following major catastrophes Awarded at the direction of the International President and the LCIF Chairperson 9

Overview of Grant Programs International Assistance Grants (IAG) Small scale partnership projects between clubs or districts in 2 countries (developed country and developing country) Matching funds of US$5,000-US$30,000 10

Overview of Grant Programs Designated Grants Funds donated to LCIF that are restricted to specific projects 11

Qualities of a Grant-Worthy Project Addresses a humanitarian need Serves a large population Cost effective Beyond local fund-raising capability Strong Lions’ identity/involvement Endorsed by district cabinet/multiple district council 12

LCIF District Coordinator Oversee LCIF development strategies within a district Educate Lions about LCIF mission Encourage the support of LCIF through all aspects of fundraising within a district 13

Why Contribute to LCIF? 1)Efficient: Projects evaluated/monitored by technical advisors, external evaluators, LCIF staff 2)Leverage: Grants typically matched with local funding 3)Need: Donations may be less than total of grants 14

Impact of Contributions Bronze Contributing Member (US$20) Silver Contributing Member (US$50) Gold Contributing Member (US$100) Melvin Jones Fellow (US$1000) 15

Continuing Need 16

Session Objectives List the types of LCIF grants Identify the benefits and impact of LCIF Apply for a LCIF Standard Grant Recognize the importance of contributions to LCIF 17

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