Multiple 5M Workshop

Presented By: PDG Rick Plaisier

5M Leo Chair

July, 2006

LEO Program Presentation

History of Leo Clubs1957: Founded in Abington, PA

1967: Became official project of LCI

2005: 140,000 Leos

5,600 Leo Clubs

138 Countries

What’s happening in 5M – LEO ClubsDistrict Lion Clubs Lioness Clubs LEO Clubs

1 51 4 2

2 63 2 4

3 53 1 0

4 53 4 1

5 42 6 3

6 39 5 4

7 53 15 3

8 73 2 2

9 69 3 1

10 51 2 4

11 66 6 2

13 73 6 3

5M Summation of Club Variety!

Total number of Clubs = 771

686 Lion Clubs

56 Lioness Clubs

29 LEO Clubs

89 % 7.3 % 3.7 %

Volunteerism Around the GlobeCanada: Youth aged 15-19 had the highest

volunteer rate of all other age groups – 37%. Many Youth just want an opportunity to help others! Many provinces now have an option of community involvement for high school credit. Pretty Good- EH!

Korea: 40 volunteer hours are required per year from every student in middle school.

Source: “Keeping Up With a Changing World,” Sarah Beck, MS, www.nursingsociety.org

Volunteerism Around the GlobeHong Kong: The Agency for

Volunteer Service reported 246,452 hours of volunteer service in 2001-2002.

Taiwan: 80% of youth indicated they are interested in volunteering.

Australia: The strongest growth in volunteerism is among people under 25 and also among 55-64 year olds.

Volunteerism Around the GlobeJapan: More and more young Japanese

are turning to part-time jobs with a “volunteer” flavor, looking for new, more meaningful experiences or the chance to contribute to society.

Source: “Doing Good Work: New Breed of “volunteer” Worker On the Rise, “

Japan Information Network, www.web-japan.org/trends

Volunteerism Around the GlobeUnited States: Volunteerism at an all-time

high among “Generation Y” (born 1980 - 1994). Also known as the “Millennial Generation.”

60 million members Most globally aware and racially diverse

generation in USA history Actively volunteering due to service learning

requirements in school systems

Source: “Generation Y: The New Global Citizens,” www.merrillassociates.net

Volunteerism Around the GlobeUnited States:Adults who began volunteering as youth

are twice as likely to volunteer as those who did not volunteer when they were younger.

High school volunteering recently reached the highest levels in the past 50 years.

More involved youth become more involved adults.

Source: “Engaging Youth In Lifelong Service” Independent Sector, 2002,Washington, DC

Young Adult VolunteersCharacteristics:Want exciting, challenging experiencesWant opportunities to be innovative and creativeEnjoy collaboration and teamworkWant to be respected as an equalAre skilled time managers and multitaskersAre independent thinkersAre creating new levels of technology Just want a chance to prove to others and

themselvesAdjust to change easily

Source: www.merrillassociates.net

In all of our efforts for Leo Membership growth, Extension of new LEO clubs, Retention of LEO members, and LEO Leadership development; never lose sight that our goal is not just numbers and providing opportunities for our youth, but increased humanitarian service to those in need as well.

Remember

Rationale for Leo ClubsObjective:

To provide the youth of the world with an opportunity for development and contribution individually and collectively, as responsible members of the local, national and international community.

LEO Motto:Leadership – opportunity to lead, experience time management, organize events and value of team work.Experience – experience helping others, doing community projects on their own or with the Lions.

Opportunity – for personal growth, seeing others point of view, being recognized for what they do for others as a valued community member.

Why A Leo Club? To give the youth in your community the

opportunity to develop skills and at the same time be recognized as contributing members of their community.

Sponsorship and Categories

Sponsored by a Lions Club

Community-based

School-based

Alpha – 12 to 17 years of age

Omega – 18 to 28 years of age

Structure of a Leo Club

Advisor - who may or may not be a Lion

C0- Advisor(s) - who is a member or non member of a

sponsoring club

Officers: Elected by Leo membership:

President

Vice President (one or more)

Secretary (one or more)

Treasurer

Board of Directors (2-4): Appointed or elected

Qualities of an AdvisorA vailableD ependable

V irtuous

I maginative

S upportive

O rganized

R esponsible

Guiding Lion or AdvisorImportant Attributes according to youth-

Enthusiastic

Fun Loving

Dedicated

Approachable

Young at Heart

Willing to let us do what we want “without telling us how to do it”

Advise not dictate

MeetingsWhat the book says:

Formal Meeting:AgendaFormal OpeningMinutes & ReportsProjectsFundraisersOld & New BusinessAdjournment

What is practical: What suits your group:

Informal Meeting following ( FUN )( FUN ) Board / Committee Meetings

Communication

School Intercom

Word of Mouth

Email

Phone / Cell Phone

Newsletters in school or in community

Bulletin Board

Through churches or other community groups

Projects and/or Fundraisers

ProjectsBenefits derived RequirementsGroup or IndividualLife-long Learner

FundraisersBenefits derivedWhen appropriateWho has ownershipLife-long learner

Appropriate Projects

Work with special needs students/Special Olympics

Do an environmental project

Provide hot lunches

Work for Habitat for Humanity

Libraries need strong backs/arms (as well as books)

Assist at Senior Citizen Center

Volunteer for Animal Shelter

Volunteer Computer Skills

Visit the Nursing Home/Assisted Living Facility

Assisting with even younger groups

Sky is the LIMIT!!!!!

Tried & True FundraisersBake Sale, Car Wash

Sell your Services*

“Overpriced” Lollipops (candy)

Magazine, apparel, candy, nuts, book cover etc. sales

Pancake Breakfast

Spaghetti Supper

Hot food at the school / community level

Talent Show

Calendar Sales

“You Name It!!!”

Your Relationship with Lions Club*Leos are NOT Little Lions

Work with clubs on age-appropriate activities

Visit clubs at appropriate meetings / functions

Accept rewards from clubs for your help

Participate in District / Multiple / International Activities as appropriate

*Leos are NOT Little Lions

They are looking to Serve those in need.

Celebrating Success• Parties and Outings• Pizza Party Activity Period• Donuts in AM before classes• Leo “Convention”• Attending a LION Convention• Speaking at a convention to display what “Leos” are capable of doing• Lions Day at UN• Activity as a group• Visiting special areas• Excursions• Twinning with other youth / Youth Exchange• Ask your LEO membership for their ideas

Celebrating SuccessCertificates, Awards & Recognition for your Leo membership• Computer Generated

Certificate• Public Recognition

• International Awards• Leo of the Year

• Free Registration to Lions or Leo Convention

• Free registration to Lions International Convention

• LEO members ideas which are great!

Frequently asked Questions:Must Leos be related to Lions Members?

Can more than one Lions Club sponsor a Leo Club?

Can Lions Clubs use Activities Accounts to pay Leo fees and levies?

May Leo Clubs pay their own fees and levies?

May Leo Clubs order supplies from Headquarters?

Are Leo Club members and their volunteers covered under the association’s comprehensive general liability insurance program?

How much is the LEO registration fee?

Do you have any at this time????

The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens – borrowed from

Sean Covey

Habit

Description Key Words

# 1 Be proactive – Take responsibility for your life.

Responsibility

# 2 Begin with an End in

Mind - Define your mission and goals in life.

Goals

# 3 Put First Things First - Prioritize and do the most important things first.

Priorities

# 4 Think Win-Win – Have an everyone-can-win attitude.

Attitude

# 5 Seek First to Understand Then to be Understood – Listen to people sincerely.

Listening / Understanding

# 6 Synergize – Work together to achieve more.

Synergy, Teamwork

# 7 Sharpen the Saw – Renew yourself regularly.

Self - Renewal

We Need Many More LEOS in 5M For We Owe this to the YOUTH in Manitoba, Minnesota and North West Ontario!!If we work together, we can make a difference and are able to better “SERVE” the needs of youth in our Multiple!Thank you for your attention and let’s look at this evening’s agenda!!