POSA Outreach teams up with Scottsdale Kachina Lions Club to collect old glasses to be recycled for needy kids

Starting this week, you will find boxes at each police station and some fire stations in Scottsdale and at the POSA Office 7229 E. 1st Ave. Ste 203,  to drop off your used glasses that are no longer functional for you or your family.  The Lions Club will pick up the glasses and recycle the frames and prescriptions to give to kids in need at very low to no cost in the valley.

Please contact Scottsdale Kachina Lion’s President Michael Keran if you have any questions about the program at mkeran@scottsdaleaz.gov or if your box gets full and needs picked up by a member of the Lion’s Club.

Thank you for giving other children the gift of sight during this holiday season.

Lion’s Club International (Scottsdale Kachina SPD Lion’s Club is a Member) helps Superstorm Sandy’s victims

***If you are interested in joining Scottsdale Kachina Lion’s club contact Cynthia Hill, Vice President at posaoutreach@hotmail.com*** 

November 2012

Earlier this week as Superstorm Sandy was near landfall on the East Coast, we let you know that Lions would be there for those in the storm’s path. We know the devastating impact that a disaster can have in a community and as always, our thoughts and prayers are with those who were affected, including members of our own Lions family. As Lions, we have once again demonstrated our quick response in the time of need, and we want to update you on relief efforts.

Lions Clubs International Foundation (LCIF) awarded a US$100,000 Major Catastrophe Grant with money from the disaster relief fund, allowing Lions in affected areas to immediately begin providing assistance. Many Lions are already working with local food banks, police and fire departments and other local organizations.

In addition to the Major Catastrophe Grant, LCIF has awarded US$100,000 in emergency grants to Lions districts in North Carolina, Maryland, New Jersey, Connecticut and New York. LCIF was able to award these funds from the disaster relief fund, thanks to Lions who generously donated knowing that in times of disaster there is an urgent and great need.

Follow our efforts online through the LCI blog, Twitter and Facebook. LCIF is expecting and is ready for many more emergency grant requests as Lions assess the needs of their communities and power is restored. We also encourage Lions to consider making a donation to the Foundation for disaster relief. Donations to the disaster relief fund are Melvin Jones Fellowship eligible.

We believe that “In A World of Service,” one person can make a difference, but together we can have an even greater impact.

Sincerely,

Wayne A. Madden Wing-Kun Tam

President, LCI Chairperson, LCI

Bowling with the Blind Event October 6, 2012 Sponsored by Scottsdale Kachina Lion’s Club and POSA OUTREACH

Fabulous turnout today for the 2nd annual Bowling with the Blind event at AMF bowling alley on Thomas Road. We had a great time assisting 15 visually impaired kids and adults enjoy the fun of bowling.