WISBECH LIONS CLUB
Who are we?
Wisbech Lions Club is a group of local volunteers who come together for the good of our community. Our strength lies not only in the words we stand by, but most importantly in the actions of our initiatives. We work tirelessly all year to raise funds through our activities which is then donated to local causes. From the moment we started our work in 1972, we understood that by working together we could help many more people overcome their challenges. We strive to make a positive change in all of our pursuits.
WHEN AND WHERE DO WE MEET?
1st Wednesday of each month at 7pm at The Oasis Community Centre, St. Michael’s Avenue, Wisbech. PE13 3NR all welcome. At this meeting we plan activities, make decisions on welfare applications and encourage potential members to join us.
As members of the Lions family we enjoy friendship and having fun together. On the 3rd Wednesday of each month we enjoy a social event. This is usually locally and in support of local businesses, many of whom support us.
LIONS INTERNATIONAL
Working Toward a Brighter Future
When selfless, like-minded people gather together, beautiful things happen. From facilitating health screenings and feeding the hungry to cleaning up local parks and helping rebuild communities after disaster, Lions are ready and willing to jump in wherever there’s a need.
We believe in changing the world by serving the needs of our local communities. More than 1.4 million Lions from over 46,000 clubs in over 200 countries around the world, are responding to local and global challenges with kindness and care.
PEACE POSTER
Annual Art Competition
For over three decades, Lions clubs around the globe have been sponsoring a very special art contest in schools and youth groups. Creating peace posters gives children everywhere the chance to express their visions of peace and inspire the world through art and creativity.
Some of our winners from Wisbech St Mary C of E Acadamy
It is absolutely true that giving back and being a part of Wisbech Lions Club's work will not only improve the lives of so many but bring you a sense of unparalleled satisfaction. Making our world a better place starts with small steps that evolve into profound transformation. Here are some of our Judges of the 2023 competition.
Our organisation always appreciates the involvement of The Meadowgate Academy, with your time and commitment making the competition very worth while .
If you would like to get involved in our next competition, please get in touch.
How to apply for our help.
Your applications should be made in writing, either on paper or electronically by email to the contacts given at the end of this note. There is no specific form for an application to follow, but it will help the Club to consider your application if the points below, where appropriate, are addressed in your application.
2. Your application should provide as much information as possible to allow the Club to assess its merits and ensure that any grant made will conform to the charitable objects of the Club. Examples of areas that the Club have supported in the past are:
Local charities – youth groups, groups working with the elderly, residential and nursing homes, individual appeals;
Youth and children’s organisations – sport related groups or individuals, scouting and guiding, youth club activities, young people undertaking overseas assignments;
Community facilities – relief of hardship for vulnerable individuals and families, local projects, community group initiatives, betterment of the local environment;
Health and disability support – to encourage healthier lifestyles and support people with disabilities and other life-affecting or limiting conditions.
3. Your application should:
Identify the intended beneficiary of the grant;
State the purpose of the application and how the grant will be used, and if part of a larger project, details of the project and how the grant will be managed effectively for its intended purpose;
Show, if relevant, that the recipient (whether an organisation or an individual) has and will be adequately insured both in relation to any equipment and facilities purchased by the grant; also in relation to any risk of injury by reason of the project or purpose for which the grant is awarded;
Confirm that any equipment purchased with the grant will be owned and will remain the property of the beneficiary (whether an organisation or an individual);
Include, to comply with the General Data Protection Regulations, your assurance that any person identified in the application (whether the applicant, the beneficiary or any other person) has given their consent to their personal data being used in the processing and review of the application. This includes transfer to, and use by, such individuals and organisations as the Club may require in order to consider the application;
Confirm, if it is the case, that the applicant, the beneficiary or any other person identified in the application has given their consent for the Club to use their personal data, including photographs, for publicity purposes, whether on-line, in print or otherwise. In the case of minor’s a parent or legal guardian’s consent should be provided.
4. The Club may seek further information or clarification from you about your application and will aim to let you know the outcome of your application within 3 months of receipt. If your application is successful, the Club will provide a receipt with the cheque for the grant which must be completed and returned to the Club Treasurer using the SAE provided as soon as possible.
5. The Club monitors all grants made. Where the grant is for an extended period or project, applicants are expected to provide, if requested by the Club, a progress report detailing how the grant has been applied. This may be in writing or by a visit to the Club to provide a personal report.
6. Applicants should note that the Club often receives more applications than it has funds to support. So even if an application fits with the criteria and priorities of the Club, the Club may still be unable to provide a grant.
7. Completed applications should be either:
sent by email to wisbechlionsclub@outlook.com
given by hand, in writing, to any member of the Wisbech Lions Club; or
posted to the address given for the Club on the Charity Commission website.
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Every penny helps our local community.