CLUB PROJECTS and UPCOMING EVENTS
Our members are always working in the community. That's because we help where help is needed. We Serve.
EVENTS
Annual Lions Club 5k
Saturday morning at 9 am on October 22, 2022 at the Elbert County Comprehensive High School. This is our 19th year and is our biggest source of funds. T-shirts will be guaranteed to all pre-registered participants and as the supply lasts for those registering on race day. Pre-registration is $20.00 (if postmarked by 10/7) and $25.00 afterwards. Packet pickup will begin at 7:30 am on race day. We will not be offering any cash prizes this year.
The 5K course will start and finish at the Elbert County Comprehensive High School. The course will wind through adjacent neighborhoods before returning to the school. The high school is located at 600 Abernathy Circle just off of Jones Street.
Online registration is available at active.com.
Awards will be presented to Overall Male/Female, Masters Male/Female, and the top three male/females in age groups beginning with 10 and under up to 75 and over. The finish line is being managed by AAA Race Services and the results will be posted online within 24 hours at aaaraceservices.com, active.com, and runningintheusa.com.
Ham & Egg Supper
Details are still to be determined for 2023.
Mop & Broom Sales
The Elberton Lions Club is proud to offer high-quality mops and brooms for sale to the public. By purchasing a mop or broom, not only are you supporting your local community, but you are also helping a person in need.
Prices range from $5 to $12. Please contact a club member or email us to make a purchase.
PROJECTS
Recycling
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Eye glasses & Hearing Aids. Please donate your old eye glasses and hearing aids. They are recycled or reconditioned to be used by people in need. Contact us and we'll be glad to receive them. |
Other projects:
- Assist those in need in our community who are sight or hearing impaired. We help provide for eye exams and glasses through the Georgia Lions Lighthouse Foundation: www.lionslighthouse.org.
- Provide monetary help and support to our community when a disaster occurs or with medical needs.
- College scholarships to deserving students who attend a major university or technical college.
- Provide monetary help to Safehouse Ministries, Inc.
- Support the Elbert County Band Boosters and academic boosters.
- Support various other local groups and charities.
- At the State Level: Monetary support to: Georgia Lions Lighthouse Foundation, recording for the Blind and Dyslexic, Georgia Lions Children Eye Center, Georgia Camp for the Blind, and Georgia Camp for Diabetic Children.
- At the International Level: Monetary support to: Lions Leader Dog School for the Blind, Lions Projects for Canine Companion, and Lions Club International.
If you (or your friends or family members) would like to become involved in an upcoming project, or join our Lions Club, please visit our Become a Member page.
