Registered Charity No. 1184861

Waltham Forest
Lions Club CIO

"Together We Can, Together We Will"

Serving the local community and beyond with compassion, integrity, and purpose. Part of Lions Clubs International — the world's largest service organisation.

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About Our Club

Who We Are

Waltham Forest Lions Club CIO is a vibrant and dynamic voluntary community service organisation and a registered charity organisation. It is a part of Lions Clubs International, who are the World's Largest Service Organisation.

We are a committed bunch of local people, who give our spare time through volunteering to serve and help the community and the environment in the London Borough of Waltham Forest and beyond.

We work on many community projects and help local organisations across the Borough and beyond who are in need of assistance. We run many charitable projects and campaigns.

"Our Vision is to be the global leader in community and humanitarian service."

What We Do

100% of All Donations Go Towards Our Charitable Projects

Every penny you donate is spent directly on helping people. None of your donation is used for administrative costs — they are funded entirely by our members.

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Lions Clubs International

1.4 Million Members

Lions Clubs International is the world's largest service organisation with members across 200+ countries and territories.

LCIF Campaign 100

Lions Clubs International Foundation (LCIF) is our charitable arm. Campaign 100 aims to raise US$300 million to empower Lions' service.

We Serve

Our motto is simple — "We Serve". Lions help wherever there is a need: sight, hunger, the environment, childhood cancer, and diabetes.

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Making a Difference

Our Programs

From recycling eyeglasses to disaster relief, from fighting hunger to saving lives with Message in a Bottle — our programs touch lives across the community and around the world.

Program

Recycle Eye Glasses

The Lions Club collect unwanted glasses for redistribution to people in developing countries. There are over 200 million people worldwide who have impaired vision simply because they cannot afford to buy glasses.

We can help give someone the gift of sight. Please donate your old and unwanted spectacles, sunglasses, and reading glasses at any of our collection points.

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Disaster Relief

When natural and man-made disasters strike, Lions are among the first to offer help. Whether it's the devastating earthquakes in Turkey and Syria, the crisis in Ukraine, or flooding in Pakistan — our LCIF Disaster Relief fund provides immediate and long-term assistance.

LCIF offers grants of up to US$100,000 to help Lions provide for immediate needs such as food, water, clothing and medicine, as well as longer-term rebuilding of communities.

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Hunger Project

We support local food banks and community organisations to help feed those in need. During the Covid pandemic, our club was instrumental in providing food parcels and essential supplies to vulnerable families and individuals across the borough.

The need continues to grow. Across the world, 811 million people don't have enough food. Lions are committed to fighting hunger and ensuring no one goes without a meal.

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Program

Message in a Bottle

Message in a Bottle is a simple but potentially life-saving idea. It is a small container that holds a form with your personal and medical details inside. You keep it in your fridge, and the green cross sticker on the fridge alerts emergency services to check for it.

In an emergency, paramedics and other services can quickly find out your essential medical information, your emergency contacts, and your doctor's details — helping them provide the right care immediately.

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Message in a Wallet

Message in a Wallet extends the concept of Message in a Bottle to cover emergencies that happen outside the home. It is a simple fold-up card that you carry in your wallet or purse.

It contains your essential medical information, medication details, emergency contacts, and your GP's details. If you are involved in an accident or medical emergency while out, first responders can quickly access this vital information to provide appropriate care.

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Peace Poster Contest

Each year, Lions Clubs International sponsors the Lions International Peace Poster Contest for children ages 11–13. The contest encourages young people to express their vision of peace through art.

Waltham Forest Lions Club participates actively in this contest, working with local schools to give children a voice and a creative platform to share their hopes for a more peaceful world. The winning posters progress from local to district, national, and international levels.

Campaign

Kindness Matters

Kindness Matters is a global Lions campaign to inspire acts of kindness in communities everywhere. We believe that small actions can create a ripple effect that transforms entire communities.

From helping an elderly neighbour with shopping to organising community clean-ups, from mentoring young people to supporting vulnerable individuals — every act of service and kindness matters and makes a real difference.

Global Causes

Awareness Programs

Lions Clubs International focuses on five key global causes. Learn more about each and how you can help.

Diabetes Awareness

380 million people worldwide are affected by diabetes.

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Hunger Awareness

811 million people don't have enough food to lead active, healthy lives.

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Vision Awareness

Preventable blindness affects hundreds of millions globally.

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Childhood Cancer

More than 300,000 children are diagnosed with cancer each year.

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Environment

Protecting our planet for future generations through local action.

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Leadership Development

Learn • Lead • Grow

Lions Clubs International offers a wide range of leadership development programs and training opportunities. Build your skills, develop your potential, and become a community leader. Our club actively supports members in their leadership journey.

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Interested in making a difference in your community? We are always looking for enthusiastic volunteers who want to give back. You don't need any special skills — just a willingness to serve.

Membership Details
Annual Subscription: £55 per year
Covers administrative costs only — not used for charity projects
Meetings: Regular club meetings and social events
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Benefits: Training, leadership development, global network
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We'd love to hear from you. Whether you want to volunteer, donate, request help, or just learn more about what we do — please reach out.

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London Borough of Waltham Forest

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