What is Lions Club Melvin Jones Award?

Lions Clubs International recognizes outstanding individuals by bestowing on them an award that is named for its founder, Melvin Jones. This Fellowship Award is the highest form of recognition and embodies humanitarian ideas consistent with the nature and purpose of Lionism.

How do I order a Melvin Jones Award?

Progressive Melvin Jones Fellowships To order replacement pins or to make a PMJF donation, contact Donor Services at 630-203-3836 or [email protected].

What is a Melvin Jones Fellowship?

A recognition of humanitarian work, a Melvin Jones Fellowship (MJF) is given to those who give US$1,000 to LCIF or to people for whom a donation was made by others. Melvin Jones Fellows receive an attractive lapel pin, a plaque and a congratulatory letter.

How do you get MJF in the Lions Club?

To become an MJF, Lions may download the MJF program application at www.lcif.org, or request an MJF form from the LCIF Donor Services Department at 630-203-3836 or [email protected]. An MJF plaque will not be automatically sent upon a donation of US$1,000.

What is the Lions Club International Foundation grant?

What is an LCIF Standard Grant? An LCIF Standard grant is a matching grant opportunity available to Lions Districts and Multiple Districts. These Lions-led service projects focus on addressing unmet humanitarian needs in local communities where there is a major construction or equipment need.

What is Lions Club International Foundation?

Founded in 1968, the mission of LCIF is to “empower Lions clubs, volunteers, and partners to improve health and well-being, strengthen communities, and support those in need through humanitarian services and grants that impact lives globally, and encourage peace and international understanding.”

How do I apply for Melvin Jones Fellowship?

1) Complete the MJF Application on the reverse side or download from the LCIF Web site at www.lcif.org. The Melvin Jones Fellowship Program is a prestigious way to show commitment to the humanitarian work of LCIF and further support the Foundation.

Are donations to the Lions Club tax deductible?

ARE DONATIONS TO THE LIONS TAX DEDUCTIBLE? (U.S. only) In the United States, the Internal Revenue Service does not allow donations to be claimed if given to LCI Headquarters or given directly or indirectly to our clubs because LCI, along with its clubs, has a 501 (c)(4) status.

Is Lions Club grant legit?

The legitimate organization, “Lions Clubs International,” has put out warnings about them. So far this year, the Federal Trade Commission has received more than 900 reports of grant scams, with victims losing more than $3 million. And con artists most commonly ask people to pay with gift cards.

What is the Melvin Jones Fellow Award?

“The Melvin Jones Fellow Award is named in honor of the founder of Lions Clubs International and is considered the highest award presented by Lions Clubs International. ” Nominees are supported by their club for this honor based on their documented service to their community and their local Lions Club to recognize.

Where can you learn more about Melvin Jones?

To learn more about Melvin Jones, please visit the Lions Clubs International website: Melvin Jones Biography. Lions Clubs International recognizes outstanding individuals by bestowing on them an award that is named for its founder, Melvin Jones.

What impact has Marvin Jones had on the Detroit Lions?

But, no matter what his official title, Jones’ impact on the Lions has been far-reaching. He provided the leadership, the organizational ability, the tenacity and the muscle necessary to establish the foundation for Lions Clubs International to become what it is today.

What is the Melvin Jones fund (MJF)?

Presented to those who donate US$1,000 to LCIF or to people for whom a donation was made by others, it’s a tremendous contribution to humanity and to the legacy of our founder, Melvin Jones. Contributions for the MJF can be made by individuals (including non-Lions), clubs or districts.