WELFARE PROJECTS

October 2011

A very successful month, with visitors to the club at both meetings. Zone Chairman Joan at the beginning of the month, and also visitors representing Old Swan Youth Club. 

At our second meeting we were pleased to welcome Alison Chester and her dog, Dodger representing Hearing Dogs for Deaf People.  Alison outlined the history of this charity and her personal experiences of being deaf and the life changes since adopting her assisted dog, Dodger.

Decisions made at the meeting include donating £2100 to various charities, individuals, & organisations, as shown on the right.

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September 2011

Lion President Sam collected and delivered 200 Message in a Bottle to Women’s Hospital, and 60 to Independent Living Organisation. 

Birkenhead Park Festival of Transport, is presented by Birkenhead Lions Club,  and takes place over 2 days in September. Liverpool Lions attended the event and assisted with stewarding.

The Festival is a great success and enjoyed by all who visit, unfortunately this year the weather was not good and attendances were affected.

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August 2011

Immediate Past President Dave and Vice President Sam visited TS Mersey Sea Cadets and presented a cheque to the Commanding Officer for £400.

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July 2011

At the club meeting over £600 was agreed to be donated to 2 charities and a young girl to pursue her chosen sport at international level:- 

• The Sequal Trust, an organisation which helps  people to overcome communication difficulties

• Whizz Kids, a charity that provides disabled children with the essential wheelchairs and other mobility equipment which they need. ​

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June 2011 

Members attended an event held at St George's Hall, Liverpool during Carer's week. The aim was to promote Message in a Bottle, and raise awareness of Liverpool Lions Club. Visitors to the stand included the Lord Mayor of Liverpool and Mr Stephen Trigg MP, who is also a Lion. 

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 Charities supported

During its 50 years history the club has supported many charities and projects. More recent ones include financial donations to childen and youth projects, stewarding for a local hospice sponsored walk, promoting Message in a Bottle at Carer's Week event.