Expanding the reach of Lions Clubs International through the chartering of new clubs is essential to the vitality of our districts. Extension chairpersons contribute to the success of their districts by leading extension efforts in their districts and multiple districts. The dedication, knowledge and leadership skills of the extension chairpersons are essential to ensure the continued growth of Lions Clubs International.

The multiple district extension chairperson and district extension chairperson oversee the extension efforts of new clubs within their areas. Each are appointed for a three-year term. These two positions are ideal for dedicated Lions who posses a strong positive attitude, leadership skills, knowledge of Lions Clubs International and a sense of entreprenurial adventure to effectively build new clubs.

RESOURCES
Various resources are available to help you with your extension activities and to keep you in touch with the latest new club development and other relevant news. 

• Extension Newsletter
  Read the current "Extension News" which gives valuable tips and information regarding new club development.
• MERL Newsletter Archive 
  See this online collection of newsletters to review membership, extension, retention and leadership news and updates.
• THE LION Magazine
  Read the online edition for regular features about our extension programs, awards and successful club development stories.
• e-Newsletter
  Read the latest association news for helpful information.
• Extension and Membership Web page
  Read about new program information and use handy links to other helpful resources.
• Extension CD-ROM
  Free CD-ROM available which contains all the extension PowerPoint presentations given at the 2005 Hong Kong International Convention. Request this outstanding resource by e-mail at newclubs@lionsclubs.org.  
• Multiple District Extension Chairperson Application
  Contains qualifications and an application form for the appointment of a multiple district extension chairperson.
• District Extension Chairperson Application
  Contains qualifications and an application form for the appointment of a district extension chairperson.
• Multiple District Extension Chairperson's Manual
  Covers various topics such as job responsibilities, district extension teams, extension workshops and action plans.
• District Extension Chairperson's Manual 
  Covers various topics such as job responsibilities, recommended steps for club formation, current Lions Clubs International programs, action plans and awards.

EXTENSION PROGRAMS

• Traditional Lions Club
  Ideal format to bring together a group of community-minded people to serve the humanitarian, environmental or cultural needs of their community. Requires 20 charter members to form a Traditional Lions Club in any area in need of services.
• New Century Lions Club
  Flexible club format for young adults the age of majority through age 35 at the time of club charter.
• Campus Lions Club
  Designed to involve college/university students in Lions Clubs International while giving them the opportunity to serve their campus community.
• Club Branch 
  Ideal way to expand extension and reach new areas found in small towns, rural areas, ethnic communitites, professional groups, business parks, hospitals, schools or retirement complexes. Formation does not require 20 members.

INTERNATIONAL EXTENSION AWARDS
These awards are presented to Lions who have provided the greatest assistance in the organization of a new Lions club as determined by the district governor. See the extension award flyer for more details.

For more information about the Mulitple District and District Extension Chairpersons' positions or new club development programs, please contact the New Clubs and Marketing Department by phone at 630-571-5466, ext. 306, by fax at 630-571-1691 or e-mail at newclubs@lionsclubs.org.