Through efforts like these, Lions have gained worldwide recognition for our work to improve sight:

• We recycle glasses at 17 centers worldwide.
• We support Lions Eye Banks, which annually provide quality eye tissue for 30,000 sight-saving surgeries, medical education and eye research.
• We screen the vision of hundreds of thousands of people every year.
• We provide cataract surgeries and other eye care services to those at risk of losing their sight.
• We raise donations through programs like SightFirst and Campaign SightFirst II.

Around the world, if we see a need, we fill that need. In 45,000 communities in more than 200 countries, Lions implement targeted, creative projects to meet the specific needs of local children – whether they're at risk for hearing or vision loss or can't afford to have their bikes repaired.

Our programs make growing up safer and healthier. Through Services for Children, we meet education and health needs. Through Lions Quest, we bring crucial life skills to classrooms. We also respond to issues that cry out for solutions and support – by bringing potable water to far-flung villages, building a home for street children in Sri Lanka. And through a number of other programs uniquely suited to match local challenges in communities around the world.

We bring young people together. Our Leo clubs inspire and support volunteerism and leadership in young people ages 12 and up by giving them the chance to learn, grow and serve by participating in community service projects.

We enhance their lives. Every year, thousands of young people travel around the world to learn about cultures, customs and friendship through our Youth Camp and Exchange program.