Lions Clubs International

Explore New Leader Dog Puppy Raising Options

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Friday, November 17, 2023

Rochester Hills, Michigan, Nov. 17, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Leader Dogs for the Blind has made volunteering to raise a Leader Dog puppy possible for more people by adding options to fit a variety of lifestyles.

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  • Rochester Hills, Michigan, Nov. 17, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Leader Dogs for the Blind has made volunteering to raise a Leader Dog puppy possible for more people by adding options to fit a variety of lifestyles.
  • “We designed these new opportunities to better fit the lifestyles of today’s families, couples and singles,” said Beverly Ferguson, Leader Dog puppy development manager.
  • “Whether you’ve been a ‘dog person’ for years or have never owned a dog, you can be a puppy raiser.
  • You will also meet current Leader Dog puppy raisers and staff who provide expert support and guidance.

LEADER DOGS FOR THE BLIND APPOINTS MELISSA WEISSE AS NEW PRESIDENT & CEO

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023

Rochester Hills, Michigan, Nov. 07, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Leader Dogs for the Blind today announced the appointment of Melissa Weisse as its new President & Chief Executive Officer, following an extensive, national search process.

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  • Rochester Hills, Michigan, Nov. 07, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Leader Dogs for the Blind today announced the appointment of Melissa Weisse as its new President & Chief Executive Officer, following an extensive, national search process.
  • Weisse has served as the chief philanthropy officer at Leader Dog since 2008.
  • Leader Dog Chair Kathie Davis said, “After an extensive, national search process, we are delighted to welcome Weisse as our new president & CEO.
  • The Board looks forward to Weisse realizing the future vision and potential for Leader Dogs for the Blind and the entire community we serve.

More than $539,000 in Strategic Grants Awarded by Community Foundation

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Wednesday, October 18, 2023

FREDERICK, Md., Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Community Foundation of Frederick County is excited to announce that it awarded more than $539,000 in strategic grants to 21 area nonprofits dedicated to improving lives and enhancing Frederick County.

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  • FREDERICK, Md., Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Community Foundation of Frederick County is excited to announce that it awarded more than $539,000 in strategic grants to 21 area nonprofits dedicated to improving lives and enhancing Frederick County.
  • The Community Foundation's strategic grants focus on supporting families with children, preparing for a growing aging population, and responding to substance use disorder.
  • Generous donors who have created unrestricted funds trust the Community Foundation to award grants that address the community's most pressing needs.
  • As a leader in grant and scholarship funding, The Community Foundation of Frederick County has given back more than $94 million to the community since 1986.

Direct Energy Honours Alberta Community Heroes through Volunteer Citizen of the Year Award Program

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Monday, October 16, 2023

CALGARY, Alberta, Oct. 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Direct Energy and the Alberta Weekly Newspapers Association (AWNA) are pleased to announce Janet Townsend, founder of the Hearts & Hands Foundation, has been named the 2023 Alberta Volunteer Citizen of the Year.

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  • CALGARY, Alberta, Oct. 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Direct Energy and the Alberta Weekly Newspapers Association (AWNA) are pleased to announce Janet Townsend, founder of the Hearts & Hands Foundation, has been named the 2023 Alberta Volunteer Citizen of the Year.
  • Townsend, a resident of Canmore, Alberta, was honoured at a special ceremony where Direct Energy also announced it is making a $5,000 donation to the organization.
  • This year, Direct Energy received over 40 nominations after reaching out to more than 100 Albertan communities.
  • “Volunteers strengthen our province and at Direct Energy, we’re honored to recognize outstanding Albertans who are making a real difference in the heart of our communities.”

The Inner Circle Acknowledges, Charles Barron Roth as a Pinnacle Life Member for his contributions to the fields of Agricultural Studies and Agronomy

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Monday, September 11, 2023

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind., Sept. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Charles Barron Roth is acknowledged as a Pinnacle Life Member for his contributions to the fields of Agricultural Studies and Agronomy.

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  • WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind., Sept. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Charles Barron Roth is acknowledged as a Pinnacle Life Member for his contributions to the fields of Agricultural Studies and Agronomy.
  • Dr. Roth attended the University of Missouri where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Agricultural Chemistry and a Master's degree in Soils.
  • He then attended the University of Wisconsin where received a Doctor of Philosophy.
  • Inspired to pursue a career as an educator by his father, Dr. Roth is a specialist in agricultural studies and agronomy serving as a professor of agronomy at Purdue University from 1968 to 2001.

New Ways to Host a Breeding Dog for Leader Dogs for the Blind

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Wednesday, August 16, 2023

Hosting a Leader Dog Mom lets you directly impact Leader Dog’s ability to provide highly trained guide dogs to people who are blind or visually impaired.

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  • Hosting a Leader Dog Mom lets you directly impact Leader Dog’s ability to provide highly trained guide dogs to people who are blind or visually impaired.
  • Breeding Dad Host: Care for an adult male dog in your home and drive the dog to Leader Dog as requested for breeding duties.
  • “All breeding host volunteers are extremely well supported by our breeding and veterinary staff, so you don’t need experience to be a breeding host,” said Dana Hunter, Leader Dog breeding manager.
  • All veterinary care, until the breeding dog retires, is provided for free by Leader Dog along with heartworm and flea/tick medications.

Lions International Elects Dr. Patti Hill as Its New International President

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Tuesday, July 18, 2023

Oak Brook, Illinois--(Newsfile Corp. - July 18, 2023) - Dr. Patti Hill from Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, was elected to serve as international president of Lions Clubs International at the association's 105th International Convention, July 7 through July 11, 2023.

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  • Oak Brook, Illinois--(Newsfile Corp. - July 18, 2023) - Dr. Patti Hill from Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, was elected to serve as international president of Lions Clubs International at the association's 105th International Convention, July 7 through July 11, 2023.
  • 2023-2024 Lions International President Dr. Patti Hill
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    International President Hill is the president of a consulting firm that helps government agencies design and implement effective programs for children and youth with unique needs.
  • In her role as international president, Dr. Hill will support the service of Lions around the world, who served over 500 million people in 2022-2023.
  • To help meet the growing needs of our communities, President Hill is encouraging clubs to undertake big, ambitious service projects and support the Lions Clubs International Foundation so that Lions can increase their local and global impact.

Lions International President Brian Sheehan Joins us for Memorial Day with a Pride of LIONS

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Wednesday, May 24, 2023

WASHINGTON, May 24, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Lions Clubs from Maryland, Virginia Delaware and the District of Columbia will march down Constitution Avenue in Washington, DC on May 29th at this year's National Memorial Day parade. Local Lions Club Banners will denote the name of the club, which will also denote the community which they serve.

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  • The Lions Club's float will proudly display the Lions theme for this year, "Together WE Can", alongside the marching Lions.
  • Scheduled to be on the float is our current International President Brian Sheehan and his wife Lion Lori Sheehan along with Lion Leaders and distinguished Veteran Lions who continue to serve their communities in many ways.
  • Local Lions Club Banners will denote the name of the club, which will also denote the community which they serve.
  • There will be a Lions Club Vehicle on 7th Street near Constitution Avenue where you may drop off used eyeglasses on Memorial Day.

OpenLocker Holdings, Inc. CEO, Howard Gostfrand, is Featured on The Stock Day Podcast

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Wednesday, March 22, 2023

CEO of the Company, Howard Gostfrand, joined Stock Day host Everett Jolly.

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  • CEO of the Company, Howard Gostfrand, joined Stock Day host Everett Jolly.
  • "Last season, we were able to issue a digital collectible for the athletes of the University of Connecticut men's basketball team," shared Gostfrand.
  • "The total addressable market is a moving target, but it is well into the billion dollar value," continued Gostfrand.
  • To hear Howard Gostfrand's entire interview, follow the link to the podcast here: https://audioboom.com/posts/8268117-openlocker-holdings-inc-ceo-howard-g... .

24 Children from Around the World Named as Finalists in Lions International's Peace Poster Contest

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Tuesday, March 7, 2023

Paveliuc brought that vision to life through her art, earning her the grand prize in the Lions International Peace Poster Contest.

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  • Paveliuc brought that vision to life through her art, earning her the grand prize in the Lions International Peace Poster Contest.
  • Paveliuc was one of 600,000 participants worldwide in the annual Peace Poster Contest sponsored by local Lions clubs, which gives young people aged 11-13 an opportunity to share their vision of world peace through art.
  • "The International Peace Poster Contest calls on the world to lead with compassion in order to build a peaceful future."
  • Lions created the Peace Poster Contest to foster a spirit of peace and international understanding in young people worldwide.