Build collaborative relationships
There are many things you can share with your Leos as a Lions member. Leos bring many skills to the table and can take ownership of tasks — and shared responsibility leads to connection and better service. Explore the list below of ways you can support Leos, as well as ways Leos can get involved. For more ideas, check out the collaboration planning tool and the checklist for Lions.
Ways to mentor Leos
- Serving as a role model for Leos
- Demonstrating professionalism
- Teaching new skills
- Sharing in-depth knowledge about Lions International
Experiences you can share
- Conducting large-scale events
- Overcoming setbacks
- Assessing your community’s needs
How to involve Leos
- Identifying new service ideas
- Marketing for events and the club itself
- Brainstorming joint event ideas
- Providing insight to new community demographics
- Fundraising
Recognize outstanding Leos
A little recognition can go a long way for your Leos. Check out the awards available on the Leo and Leo-Lion Awards and Recognition webpage and be sure to nominate your outstanding Leos whenever possible.
Support Leos’ development
There are many ways you can help your Leos develop their skills and expand their service impact. Consider holding Leo club officer trainings, establishing an annual learning and development calendar for your Leos and encouraging them to take part in locally planned learning events.
Set up trainings
Explore the different learning opportunities available to Leos, both online and in-person.
Apply for grants
See the grants that you can apply for on behalf of your Leos, including the LCIF Leo Service Grant, the Leo Leadership Grant and the Leo Institute Grant.
Get the support you need
The Leo Club Program Advisory Panel is made up of two Leos and two Lions from each constitutional area, with Leos acting as ambassadors for the Leo Club Program. The panel is a means of communication between Leos and Lions to share ideas about the Leo Club Program and is a great resource for Lions supporting Leos.
