WE SERVE!
A Message from District Governor
Beth Whitelock
Greetings Lion 22B Rock Stars!
It is hard to believe that summer is over. I hope everyone did something exciting but had time to relax and recharge. With the arrival of Fall comes many opportunities for Lions Clubs. Members are back in the routine of their regular business meetings and most importantly service projects.
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I recently attended the USA/Canada Leadership Forum in Atlantic City. I didn’t win big at the casino. But our district won a big recognition. Past International Director John Lawrence and I accepted the award on behalf of District 22b for achieving at least 20 percent of the international membership challenge in the first 60 days of the Lions year. It was presented to us by International President A.P. Singh! You Rock 22B!
The next Lions Week of Service will be October 4 – 11 for Mental Health Awareness. I highly encourage clubs to schedule a project or program to promote mental health awareness and to remove barriers for people to get the help they need.
Remember to continue to report your service projects in the Lions portal. Meetings and programs count as service too and should be reported. Clubs that need help with the portal should contact SVDG and Global Service Chair Donna Shelton. Donna is our Super Service Star and is available to train on reporting service and can also enter in the portal too for clubs that don’t have access.​​​​​​​​
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I am excited to see what our Super Marketing Due of Lions Bob Faulkner and Steve Disharoon have in store for us at the first every district Marketing Summit. It will be held at the Hurlock Legion on October 25th from 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. It is not too late to register. Text, email or call either one of those dynamic Lions.
Halloween is this month and another great opportunity for Lion to work with the Youth. Check in with your Leo Clubs and see what they are doing and offer support on their projects. If your community has a Trunk or Treat, consider setting up a table or a “truck” and spread the word of what we do as Lions. Coloring books with Lions logos and crayons/markers make for great treat bags. Don’t forget to have fun!
I am looking forward to meeting all of you wonderful Rock Star Lions as the Cabinet and I rock around the district. Thank you for all you do!
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Until next time....
Rock On,
Beth Whitelock
2025-2026 District Governor
Lions are individuals who volunteer their time to humanitarian causes in their local and world communities. By conducting service projects and raising funds, Lions strive to help those in need, wherever the need exists. The Lion’s motto is "We Serve".
Lions aim to improve health and well-being, strengthen communities, support those in need through humanitarian aid, and encourage peace and international understanding.
The Lions of Maryland feed the hungry, assist after disasters, clean up in neighborhoods, raise funds for the visually impaired, orphans, and other causes, and run a variety of youth programs, mentoring youth as they pursue positive activities and carry out service projects.
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