Sierra Vista Lions Club: We Serve!
SEP 2023
Aluminum Can Recycling. The Sierra Vista Lions Club collected aluminum cans and donated them to the local Nancy J. Brua Animal Care Shelter. The shelter staff collects the aluminum cans to raise funding for sick and injured stray animals and other general shelter needs.
Collect Donated Eyeglasses. Volunteers collect used/donated eyeglasses, sunglasses, and reading glasses from collection boxes located at multiple sites. The glasses will undergo further processing - usable ones for redistribution to less fortunate individuals in developing countries; unusable ones are recycled.
Eyeglass Washing, Sorting & Recycling (for eyeglass distribution & recycling programs). Volunteers sorted, washed, dried and prepared used/donated eyeglasses for further processing. The prescriptions of usable glasses will be read at a later date; then the glasses are packaged according to prescriptions and taken to the Tucson Arizona Lions Recycling Terminal (ALERT) for distribution during humanitarian missions. Broken/unusable glasses are boxed up for recycling.
Sep totals were: 1000 single vision usable glasses; 200 double vision usable glasses; 54 pounds of broken/unusable glasses will be recycled.
Volunteer at St. Vincent de Paul/Our Lady of the Mountains Assistance Center. Provided volunteer assistance to the local St. Vincent de Paul/Our Lady of the Mountains Assistance Center. This center focuses on keeping families in their homes, keeping utilities from being disconnected, and providing additional emergency services as needed (food, clothing vouchers, medical/dental co-pays, transportation, etc.).
Volunteer at Local Food Pantry. Assisted local food pantry with food collection, sorting and distribution.
Volunteer at Local School Library. Provided volunteer assistance at a local school library.
AUG 2023
Aluminum Can Recycling. The Sierra Vista Lions Club collected aluminum cans and donated them to the local Nancy J. Brua Animal Care Shelter. The shelter staff collects the aluminum cans to raise funding for sick and injured stray animals and other general shelter needs.
Collect Donated Eyeglasses. Volunteers collect used/donated eyeglasses, sunglasses, and reading glasses from collection boxes located at multiple sites. The glasses will undergo further processing - usable ones for redistribution to less fortunate individuals in developing countries; unusable ones are recycled.
Volunteer at St. Vincent de Paul/Our Lady of the Mountains Assistance Center. Provided volunteer assistance to the local St. Vincent de Paul/Our Lady of the Mountains Assistance Center. This center focuses on keeping families in their homes, keeping utilities from being disconnected, and providing additional emergency services as needed (food, clothing vouchers, medical/dental co-pays, transportation, etc.).
Volunteer at Local Food Pantry. Assisted local food pantry with food collection, sorting and distribution.
Volunteer at Local School Library. Provided volunteer assistance at a local school library.
JUL 2023
Aluminum Can Recycling. The Sierra Vista Lions Club collected aluminum cans and donated them to the local Nancy J. Brua Animal Care Shelter. The shelter staff collects the aluminum cans to raise funding for sick and injured stray animals and other general shelter needs.
Collect Donated Eyeglasses. Volunteers collect used/donated eyeglasses, sunglasses, and reading glasses from collection boxes located at multiple sites. The glasses will undergo further processing - usable ones for redistribution to less fortunate individuals in developing countries; unusable ones are recycled.
Eyeglass Washing, Sorting & Recycling (for eyeglass distribution & recycling programs). Volunteers sorted, washed, dried and prepared used/donated eyeglasses for further processing. The prescriptions of usable glasses will be read at a later date; then glasses are packaged according to prescriptions and taken to the Tucson Arizona Lions Recycling Terminal (ALERT) for distribution during humanitarian missions to developing countries. Broken/unusable glasses are boxed up for recycling.
July totals were: 1200 single vision usable glasses; 400 double vision usable glasses; 67.23 pounds of broken/unusable glasses will be recycled.
Placed American Flags at Local Businesses. The Sierra Vista Lions Club raises money by selling annual flag contracts to local businesses and residences. Our Lions install the flag brackets and then place an American flag at the business/residence in the early morning and removes them by sundown. The contract includes 9 predesignated holidays throughout the year. All monies raised goes back to our local and global communities.
Volunteer at St. Vincent de Paul/Our Lady of the Mountains Assistance Center. Provided volunteer assistance to the local St. Vincent de Paul/Our Lady of the Mountains Assistance Center. This center focuses on keeping families in their homes, keeping utilities from being disconnected, and providing additional emergency services as needed (food, clothing vouchers, medical/dental co-pays, transportation, etc.).
JUN 2023
Collect Donated Eyeglasses. Volunteers collect used/donated eyeglasses, sunglasses, and reading glasses from collection boxes located at multiple sites. The glasses will undergo further processing - usable ones for redistribution to less fortunate individuals in developing countries; unusable ones are recycled.
Volleyball Fundraiser. The Sierra Vista Lions Club sponsored a volleyball tournament and raised $749. This money will be used in our local community for various programs (purchasing eyeglasses for impoverished individuals, food banks, etc.)
MAY 2023
Aluminum Can Recycling. The Sierra Vista Lions Club collected aluminum cans and donated them to the local Nancy J. Brua Animal Care Shelter. The shelter staff collects the aluminum cans to raise funding for sick and injured stray animals and other general shelter needs.
Collect Donated Eyeglasses. Volunteers collect used/donated eyeglasses, sunglasses, and reading glasses from collection boxes located at multiple sites. The glasses will undergo further processing - usable ones for redistribution to less fortunate individuals in developing countries; unusable ones are recycled.
Placed American Flags at Local Businesses. The Sierra Vista Lions Club raises money by selling annual flag contracts to local businesses and residences. Our Lions install the flag brackets and then place an American flag at the business/residence in the early morning and removes them by sundown. The contract includes 9 predesignated holidays throughout the year. All monies raised goes back to our local and global communities.
Relay for Life Event Planning Session. SV Lions Club Relay for Life Team Captain attended planning sessions for the 2023 American Cancer Society Relay for Life activities. This year's event will be held in person at the Sierra Vista City Park and the red, white & blue theme will be "United We Fight for a CURE!". The Sierra Vista Lions Club's relay team is the "Sierra Vista Lions Roar".
Scholarships. The Sierra Vista Lions Club awarded a $1000 scholarship and a $500 scholarship to local high school seniors. The funds will be deposited to the recipient's student account at their chosen continuing education facility.
Volunteer at Local Food Pantry. Assisted local food pantry with food collection, sorting and distribution.
Volunteer at Local School Library. Provided volunteer assistance at a local school library.
Volunteer at St. Vincent de Paul/Our Lady of the Mountains Assistance Center. Provided volunteer assistance to the local St. Vincent de Paul/Our Lady of the Mountains Assistance Center. This center focuses on keeping families in their homes, keeping utilities from being disconnected, and providing additional emergency services as needed (food, clothing vouchers, medical/dental co-pays, transportation, etc.).
APR 2023
Aluminum Can Recycling. The Sierra Vista Lions Club collected aluminum cans and donated them to the local Nancy J. Brua Animal Care Shelter. The shelter staff collects the aluminum cans to raise funding for sick and injured stray animals and other general shelter needs.
Collect Donated Eyeglasses. Volunteers collect used/donated eyeglasses, sunglasses, and reading glasses from collection boxes located at multiple sites. The glasses will undergo further processing - usable ones for redistribution to less fortunate individuals in developing countries; unusable ones are recycled.
Eyeglass Washing, Sorting & Recycling (for eyeglass distribution & recycling programs). Volunteers sorted, washed, dried and prepared used/donated eyeglasses for further processing. The prescriptions of usable glasses will be read at a later date; then the glasses are packaged according to prescriptions and taken to the Tucson Arizona Lions Recycling Terminal (ALERT) for distribution during humanitarian missions. Broken/unusable glasses are boxed up for recycling.
April totals were: 900 single vision usable glasses; 200 double vision usable glasses; 58 pounds of broken/unusable glasses will be recycled.
Volunteer at Local Food Pantry. Assisted local food pantry with food collection, sorting and distribution.
Volunteer at Local School Library. Provided volunteer assistance at a local school library.
Volunteer at St. Vincent de Paul/Our Lady of the Mountains Assistance Center. Provided volunteer assistance to the local St. Vincent de Paul/Our Lady of the Mountains Assistance Center. This center focuses on keeping families in their homes, keeping utilities from being disconnected, and providing additional emergency services as needed (food, clothing vouchers, medical/dental co-pays, transportation, etc.).
MAR 2023
Aluminum Can Recycling. The Sierra Vista Lions Club collected aluminum cans and donated them to the local Nancy J. Brua Animal Care Shelter. The shelter staff collects the aluminum cans to raise funding for sick and injured stray animals and other general shelter needs.
Collect Donated Eyeglasses. Volunteers collect used/donated eyeglasses, sunglasses, and reading glasses from collection boxes located at multiple sites. The glasses will undergo further processing - usable ones for redistribution to less fortunate individuals in developing countries; unusable ones are recycled.
Eyeglass Washing, Sorting & Recycling (for eyeglass distribution & recycling programs). Volunteers sorted, washed, dried and prepared used/donated eyeglasses for further processing. The prescriptions of usable glasses will be read at a later date; then the glasses are packaged according to prescriptions and taken to the Tucson Arizona Lions Recycling Terminal (ALERT) for distribution during humanitarian missions. Broken/unusable glasses are boxed up for recycling.
March totals were: 700 single vision usable glasses; 200 double vision usable glasses; 41 pounds of broken/unusable glasses will be recycled.
Volunteer at Local Food Pantry. Assisted local food pantry with food collection, sorting and distribution.
Volunteer at Local School Library. Provided volunteer assistance at a local school library.
Volunteer at St. Vincent de Paul/Our Lady of the Mountains Assistance Center. Provided volunteer assistance to the local St. Vincent de Paul/Our Lady of the Mountains Assistance Center. This center focuses on keeping families in their homes, keeping utilities from being disconnected, and providing additional emergency services as needed (food, clothing vouchers, medical/dental co-pays, transportation, etc.).
FEB 2023
Aluminum Can Recycling. The Sierra Vista Lions Club collected aluminum cans and donated them to the local Nancy J. Brua Animal Care Shelter. The shelter staff collects the aluminum cans to raise funding for sick and injured stray animals and other general shelter needs.
Collect Donated Eyeglasses. Volunteers collect used/donated eyeglasses, sunglasses, and reading glasses from collection boxes located at multiple sites. The glasses will undergo further processing - usable ones for redistribution to less fortunate individuals in developing countries; unusable ones are recycled.
Eyeglass Washing, Sorting & Recycling (for eyeglass distribution & recycling programs). Volunteers sorted, washed, dried and prepared used/donated eyeglasses for further processing. The prescriptions of usable glasses will be read at a later date; then the glasses are packaged according to prescriptions and taken to the Tucson Arizona Lions Recycling Terminal (ALERT) for distribution during humanitarian missions. Broken/unusable glasses are boxed up for recycling.
February totals were: 650 single vision usable glasses; 200 double vision usable glasses.
Flags for 1st Graders. Each year in February, near Arizona’s birthday, our club goes to local elementary schools and presents each first grader with a small American flag. We perform a ceremony that includes a brief history of the flag and lead the class in a pledge to the flag. We explain to them that it’s their personal flag, how to take care of it and its importance. The Lions then remind them to be proud of their flag and to be proud to be an American.
These first graders have been learning to say the pledge of allegiance, have talked about our country, its flag, and our presidents before this assembly so this event reinforces the importance of our flag.
Transport Broken/Unusable Eyeglasses to Tucson for Recycling. Transported 15 boxes of broken/unuseable eyeglasses to the Tucson Arizona Lions Recycling Terminal (ALERT) for recycling.
Volunteer at Local Food Pantry. Assisted local food pantry with food collection, sorting and distribution.
Volunteer at Local School Library. Provided volunteer assistance at a local school library.
Volunteer at St. Vincent de Paul/Our Lady of the Mountains Assistance Center. Provided volunteer assistance to the local St. Vincent de Paul/Our Lady of the Mountains Assistance Center. This center focuses on keeping families in their homes, keeping utilities from being disconnected, and providing additional emergency services as needed (food, clothing vouchers, medical/dental co-pays, transportation, etc.).
JAN 2023
Aluminum Can Recycling. The Sierra Vista Lions Club collected aluminum cans and donated them to the local Nancy J. Brua Animal Care Shelter. The shelter staff collects the aluminum cans to raise funding for sick and injured stray animals and other general shelter needs.
Collect Donated Eyeglasses. Volunteers collect used/donated eyeglasses, sunglasses, and reading glasses from collection boxes located at multiple sites. The glasses will undergo further processing - usable ones for redistribution to less fortunate individuals in developing countries; unusable ones are recycled.
Collect Non-perishable Food Items for Local Food Pantry. Collected food for needy individuals in the community.
Eyeglass Washing, Sorting & Recycling (for eyeglass distribution & recycling programs). Volunteers sorted, washed, dried and prepared used/donated eyeglasses for further processing. The prescriptions of usable glasses will be read at a later date; then the glasses are packaged according to prescriptions and taken to the Tucson Arizona Lions Recycling Terminal (ALERT) for distribution during humanitarian missions. Broken/unusable glasses are boxed up for recycling.
January totals were: 500 single vision usable glasses; 150 double vision usable glasses; 30 pounds of broken/unusable glasses will be recycled.
Paid for Eye Exams & Glasses for 2 Economically Disadvantaged Adults. We fund sight related needs (such as exams and glasses) for adults in our local community when there is a financial need. We review applications submitted by local disadvantaged adults; refer applicants meeting low-income criteria to a local optometrist; then pay for their exam and glasses.
Volunteer at Local Food Pantry. Assisted local food pantry with food collection, sorting and distribution.
Volunteer at Local School Library. Provided volunteer assistance at a local school library.
Volunteer at St. Vincent de Paul/Our Lady of the Mountains Assistance Center. Provided volunteer assistance to the local St. Vincent de Paul/Our Lady of the Mountains Assistance Center. This center focuses on keeping families in their homes, keeping utilities from being disconnected, and providing additional emergency services as needed (food, clothing vouchers, medical/dental co-pays, transportation, etc.).
DEC 2022
Aluminum Can Recycling. The Sierra Vista Lions Club collected aluminum cans and donated them to the local Nancy J. Brua Animal Care Shelter. The shelter staff collects the aluminum cans to raise funding for sick and injured stray animals and other general shelter needs.
Collect Donated Eyeglasses. Volunteers collect used/donated eyeglasses, sunglasses, and reading glasses from collection boxes located at multiple sites. The glasses will undergo further processing - usable ones for redistribution to less fortunate individuals in developing countries; unusable ones are recycled.
Donated Xmas Gift Bags. Purchased adult personal hygiene items; assembled them in gift bags; then donated them to the Good Neighbor Alliance for displaced persons/families in need.
Paid for Eye Exams & Glasses for 1 Economically Disadvantaged Adult. We fund sight related needs (such as exams and glasses) for adults in our local community when there is a financial need. We review applications submitted by local disadvantaged adults; refer applicants meeting low-income criteria to a local optometrist; then pay for their exam and glasses.
Volunteer at Local Food Pantry. Assisted local food pantry with food collection, sorting and distribution.
Volunteer at Local School Library. Provided volunteer assistance at a local school library.
Volunteer at St. Vincent de Paul/Our Lady of the Mountains Assistance Center. Provided volunteer assistance to the local St. Vincent de Paul/Our Lady of the Mountains Assistance Center. This center focuses on keeping families in their homes, keeping utilities from being disconnected, and providing additional emergency services as needed (food, clothing vouchers, medical/dental co-pays, transportation, etc.).
NOV 2022
Aluminum Can Recycling. The Sierra Vista Lions Club collected aluminum cans and donated them to the local Nancy J. Brua Animal Care Shelter. The shelter staff collects the aluminum cans to raise funding for sick and injured stray animals and other general shelter needs.
Collect Donated Eyeglasses. Volunteers collect used/donated eyeglasses, sunglasses, and reading glasses from collection boxes located at multiple sites. The glasses will undergo further processing - usable ones for redistribution to less fortunate individuals in developing countries; unusable ones are recycled.
Paid for Eye Exams & Glasses for 1 Economically Disadvantaged Adult. We fund sight related needs (such as exams and glasses) for adults in our local community when there is a financial need. We review applications submitted by local disadvantaged adults; refer applicants meeting low-income criteria to a local optometrist; then pay for their exam and glasses.
Volunteer at Local Food Pantry. Assisted local food pantry with food collection, sorting and distribution.
Volunteer at Local School Library. Provided volunteer assistance at a local school library.
Volunteer at St. Vincent de Paul/Our Lady of the Mountains Assistance Center. Provided volunteer assistance to the local St. Vincent de Paul/Our Lady of the Mountains Assistance Center. This center focuses on keeping families in their homes, keeping utilities from being disconnected, and providing additional emergency services as needed (food, clothing vouchers, medical/dental co-pays, transportation, etc.).
OCT 2022
Aluminum Can Recycling. The Sierra Vista Lions Club collected aluminum cans and donated them to the local Nancy J. Brua Animal Care Shelter. The shelter staff collects the aluminum cans to raise funding for sick and injured stray animals and other general shelter needs.
Collect Donated Eyeglasses. Volunteers collect used/donated eyeglasses, sunglasses, and reading glasses from collection boxes located at multiple sites. The glasses will undergo further processing - usable ones for redistribution to less fortunate individuals in developing countries; unusable ones are recycled.
Paid for Eye Exams & Glasses for 2 Economically Disadvantaged Adults. We fund sight related needs (such as exams and glasses) for adults in our local community when there is a financial need. We review applications submitted by local disadvantaged adults; refer applicants meeting low-income criteria to a local optometrist; then pay for their exam and glasses.
Relay for Life Event. Our Lions and family members comprised a relay team "The Sierra Vista Lions Roar" and staffed a Lions booth to disseminate childhood cancer information. Between sponsorship donations for the relay team and donations at the booth, we raised $1,400 for the American Cancer Society.
Lions Clubs International has united our global service around five areas (or Global Causes) that present significant challenges to humanity. Childhood Cancer is one of these global causes. Lions provide support for the needs of children and families affected by childhood cancer.
Vision Screening on 427 students at 3 Schools. Members of the Sierra Vista Lions Club and community volunteers conducted vision screenings on students at 3 Cochise County Schools. The screenings are done utilizing SPOT Vision Screening Machines that check for six vision issues. The vision screening is provided at no cost to the schools/preschools/facilities.
Volunteer at Local Food Pantry. Assisted local food pantry with food collection, sorting and distribution.
Volunteer at Local School Library. Provided volunteer assistance at a local school library.
Volunteer at St. Vincent de Paul/Our Lady of the Mountains Assistance Center. Provided volunteer assistance to the local St. Vincent de Paul/Our Lady of the Mountains Assistance Center. This center focuses on keeping families in their homes, keeping utilities from being disconnected, and providing additional emergency services as needed (food, clothing vouchers, medical/dental co-pays, transportation, etc.).
SEP 2022
Aluminum Can Recycling. The Sierra Vista Lions Club collected aluminum cans and donated them to the local Nancy J. Brua Animal Care Shelter. The shelter staff collects the aluminum cans to raise funding for sick and injured stray animals and other general shelter needs.
Collect Donated Eyeglasses. Volunteers collect used/donated eyeglasses, sunglasses, and reading glasses from collection boxes located at multiple sites. The glasses will undergo further processing - usable ones for redistribution to less fortunate individuals in developing countries; unusable ones are recycled.
Collect Non-perishable Food Items for Local Food Pantry. Collected food for needy individuals in the community.
Collect Canned Goods for American Cancer Society Relay For Life. Collected canned goods for the Relay for Life event. The cans will be used to anchor the luminaries during the event.
At the event's end, the cans will be boxed up and taken to the local food pantry.
Paid for Eye Exams & Glasses for 2 Economically Disadvantaged Adults. We fund sight related needs (such as exams and glasses) for adults in our local community when there is a financial need. We review applications submitted by local disadvantaged adults; refer applicants meeting low-income criteria to a local optometrist; then pay for their exam and glasses.
Relay for Life Event Planning Session. SV Lions Club Relay for Life Team Captain attended planning sessions for the 2022 American Cancer Society Relay for Life activities. This year's event will be held in person at the Sierra Vista City Park and the red, white & blue theme will be "United We Fight for a CURE!". The Sierra Vista Lions Club's relay team is the "Sierra Vista Lions Roar".
Vision Screening on 2851 students at 11 Schools. Members of the Sierra Vista Lions Club and community volunteers conducted vision screenings on students at 11 Cochise County Schools. The screenings are done utilizing SPOT Vision Screening Machines that check for six vision issues. The vision screening is provided at no cost to the schools/preschools/facilities.
Volunteer at Local Food Pantry. Assisted local food pantry with food collection, sorting and distribution.
Volunteer at Local School Library. Provided volunteer assistance at a local school library.
Volunteer at St. Vincent de Paul/Our Lady of the Mountains Assistance Center. Provided volunteer assistance to the local St. Vincent de Paul/Our Lady of the Mountains Assistance Center. This center focuses on keeping families in their homes, keeping utilities from being disconnected, and providing additional emergency services as needed (food, clothing vouchers, medical/dental co-pays, transportation, etc.).
Washing, Sorting & Recycling Eyeglasses (for eyeglass distribution & recycling programs). Volunteers sorted, washed, dried and prepared used/donated eyeglasses for further processing. The prescriptions of usable glasses will be read at a later date; then the glasses are packaged according to prescriptions and taken to the Tucson Arizona Lions Recycling Terminal (ALERT) for distribution during humanitarian missions. Broken/unusable glasses are boxed up for recycling.
September totals were: 700 single vision usable glasses; 200 double vision usable glasses; 21 pounds of broken/unusable glasses will be recycled.
AUG 2022
Fundraiser. The Sierra Vista Lions Club assembled and sold mini 1st aid kits. Each kit's case was made using donated generic hard plastic eyeglass cases that were donated to the club.
Paid for Eye Exams & Glasses for 5 Economically Disadvantaged Adults. We fund sight related needs (such as exams and glasses) for adults in our local community when there is a financial need. We review applications submitted by local disadvantaged adults; refer applicants meeting low-income criteria to a local optometrist; then pay for their exam and glasses.
Relay for Life Event Planning Session. SV Lions Club Relay for Life Team Captain attended planning sessions for the 2022 American Cancer Society Relay for Life activities. This year's event will be held in person at the Sierra Vista City Park and the red, white & blue theme will be "United We Fight for a CURE!". The Sierra Vista Lions Club's relay team is the "Sierra Vista Lions Roar".
Vision Screening on 904 students at 3 Schools. Members of the Sierra Vista Lions Club and community volunteers conducted vision screenings on students at 3 Cochise County Schools. The screenings are done utilizing SPOT Vision Screening Machines that check for six vision issues. The vision screening is provided at no cost to the schools/preschools/facilities.
Volunteer at Local Food Pantry. Assisted local food pantry with food collection, sorting and distribution.
Volunteer at Local School Library. Provided volunteer assistance at a local school library.
Volunteer at St. Vincent de Paul/Our Lady of the Mountains Assistance Center. Provided volunteer assistance to the local St. Vincent de Paul/Our Lady of the Mountains Assistance Center. This center focuses on keeping families in their homes, keeping utilities from being disconnected, and providing additional emergency services as needed (food, clothing vouchers, medical/dental co-pays, transportation, etc.).
