District Excellence Award
As Lions and Leos continue to seek out opportunities to Learn, Lead and Grow, Lions International offers resources that support Lions and Leos in achieving their goals throughout their leadership journey.
The district holds an important role in the membership and leadership development of its Lions. The District Excellence Award is an achievement not only for the district, but also for clubs that the district supports. It advances our community service, membership growth and leadership development. It is a team building approach to strengthen our traditions of service and our effectiveness as leaders. First, better service at all levels and second, a more fulfilling Lions experience for all members. Make it your district’s tradition to achieve excellence every year!
Application process
Use the qualifications outlined in the District Excellence Award Application as your road map to excellence.
Applications must be signed by the current district governor. If sent from the district governor’s email, it qualifies as signature on application submitted electronically.
2023-2024 applications due by: August 31, 2024
2024-2025 applications due by: August 31, 2025
Send to: districtexcellenceaward@lionsclubs.org
2023-2024 awards mailed to: 2024-2025 district governor
2024-2025 awards mailed to: 2025-2026 district governor
Award qualifications
To qualify for the District Excellence Award, clubs must meet specific requirements in four categories: Membership, Service, LCIF, Leadership and Organizational Excellence, and Marketing.
*See below for additional requirements
Membership
Requirements
- Met or exceeded Mission 1.5 membership targets for new clubs and new Members, resulting in a net gain in membership growth in the district
Tools for success
Service
Requirements
- Hosted and reported a district service project
- 90% of clubs held service projects
Tools for success
LCIF
Requirements
- Met fundraising goal set by Lions Clubs International Foundation
Tools for success
Leadership and Organizational Excellence
Requirements
- 90% of clubs are in good standing (not in status quo or financial suspension: district dues paid and no unpaid balance with Lions International greater than US$50 outstanding 90 days or more.)
- Reported a first and second vice district governor
- 90% of clubs have reported club officers
Tools for success
Marketing
Requirements
- Promoted district events, service activities, conventions, and leadership training opportunities
