Kansas LionsDistrict Governor (DG)Lion John Burns

EditorLion Vivian DeClements

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Inside this issue:DG’s Message 21VDG Diane Hentges 32VDG Rick Dodson 4District Secretary Sundstrom 6CC Debra Weaverling 7PID Ernie Young 8Lion Vern Failor 10Lion Sylvia Reinhardt, KLSF 11Robinson Lions 12Milford and Valley Falls 15Tescott Lions 16Lion Dorothy Herring 17Humanitarian 18Kansas Lions Websites 19Upcoming Dates 20

Volume 2 Issue 8 February 2019Kansas LionsDistrict 17 - A Newsletter

Monthly News2018 - 2019

We were very pleased and honored to have a special guest, InternationalDirector Nicholas “Nick” Xinopoulos and his wife Gretchen. ID Nick is verypersonable and entertaining as well as a compelling speaker. We were alsopleased to have Senator Jerry Moran as the Lions luncheon guest speakerand Lora Furstner of the American Diabetes Association who spoke aboutDiabetes Youth camps.

Each year, Lions clubs around the world proudlysponsor the Lions International Peace Poster Contest.Saturday’s luncheon was to recognize our local PeacePoster winners. The first Place winner in District 17-A was Keira Beverly, Age 13, Tonganoxie MiddleSchool. She also placed third in the state contest.

In recognition of outstanding and dedicated service to our communities,several awards were presented. District Governor of 17-N, Patrick Laham,along with Zone Chairperson Vania Castro, Lion Gerald Allen and LionLaurel Warren were honored with the Melvin Jones Fellowship plaque fortheir commitment and contribution to humanity. District Secretary, MargySundstrom was awarded the International President’s distinguished serviceaward for her dedicated service to our District 17A. Lion DouglasWesterhaus of the Leawood Lions club was also presented the award for therecruitment of 17 new members over the last one and a half years.

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DG John Burns

Hello again, District 17-A Lions!We just returned from the Mid-Winter Rally inManhattan and had a great time. My thanks go to theManhattan Lions Club for an outstanding weekend ofKansas Lionism. It was great to see a lot of clubmembers from around the state as well as my fellowDistrict Governors, 17-K Governor, Reland Cole and17-N Governor, Patrick Laham.

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DISTRICT GOVERNOR JOHN BURNS continued …

A Collection of Photos from MID-WINTER RALLY

In conjunction with the MWR, we held our District 17-A convention. It was a shortened form of a districtconvention but we were able to get our business donewhich was nominating and voting on our new districtofficers, chairpersons and directors for the 2019-2020Lions year.Voted in were: 1st VDG Diane Hentges as District Governor 2nd VDG Rick Dodson as 1st Vice District GovernorZone chair Vania Castro as 2nd Vice District GovernorPCC Bobby Duvall and PDG Al Urich were voted in asKansas Lion Band Foundation DirectorsLion Sylvia Reinhardt and Zone Chair Catherine Millerwere voted in as Kansas Lions Sight FoundationDirectorsDG John Burns was voted in as Kansas LionsFoundation Director.

In a special meeting following theDistrict Convention, CouncilChair Debra Weaverling wasendorsed by MD-17 as acandidate for InternationalDirector for the state of Kansas.

On Saturday, February 2nd, we will hold our third 17-A District Cabinet meeting which will be held inWamego, Kansas at the Trinity Baptist Church.Registration will be at 10:30 AM. The meeting will startat 11:00 AM and should run no later than 2:00 PM. Ihope everyone will be able to attend to see what otherclubs in our district are doing for service to theircommunities.Thank you all for your service these last seven monthsand hopefully, we can increase our membership back toa level it was at the start of the year.Remember, JUST ASK.

In Lionism,District Governor John Burns

Alone we can do so little.Together,WE can do so much.

Helen Keller

SMILESallaround.

Lionshave fun!

“Sure

to

PLEASE.”

Respectingthe PAST.

Building theFUTURE.

LEADERSHIPisIMPACTandINSPIRATION

TogetherWE KAN!

POWER ofUNITY.POWERofPURPOSE.

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From 1st Vice District Governor Diane Hentges

Lions Have HeartThis is February, the monthof hearts. One often hearssomeone who helps othersdescribed as a having a “bigheart”. That descriptionpretty much describes a LIONserving their community. Letus look at the services thatLIONS in Kansas do.

Let’s look at the Global Causes established by LCI:Diabetes, Vision, Hunger, Environment and ChildhoodCancer. What are Lions in our District doing?

In my travels around our District, I havelearned that Lions do a variety of projects.The first Global Cause I want to mention isDiabetes. Diabetes is a leading cause ofblindness. There are clubs that routinelysponsor a student for diabetes camp, sponsor

the MSU to provide diabetes screening in thecommunity and provide diabetes information at aLion’s or community event.

Vision is and has been a major focus ofservice in our District. The District andvarious clubs have screeners that are usedoften. Local clubs establish relationships withschools and school districts to provide vision

screenings to students. Clubs help community membersget professional eye exams and needed glasses. Clubsprovide financial support to KSDS in Washington,Kansas and some individual Lions foster service dogs

Another focus of service is hunger. Clubsthroughout the District have various meansto serve in this area. Holiday baskets forthose in need in the community are popular.Some clubs donate food items and/or their

time to local food pantries. Clubs work to ensure allcommunity members have access to nutritious foods.

Environment is yet another Global focus ofLions. The service activities include highwaycleanups, often in partnership with othercommunity organizations such as 4H, scouts,and churches. Park and green spaceimprovements including planting and

maintaining trees and playground improvements areother service projects keeping Lions busy. Collectingused eyeglasses and pull tabs helps keep these discardeditems out of landfills.

The last Global Cause area promoted byLCI is childhood cancer. Our DistrictClubs are stepping up. One club providestransportation to medical appointmentsfor a family whose child is battling

cancer. Another club held a fundraiser to help thefamily of a young cancer patient to cover everydayexpenses. Some clubs help individual families byproviding meals or by volunteering to provide a meal aRonald McDonald House.

Clubs, do you have a special service in one or all theGlobal Causes? Let me know. Sharing ideas is one waywe can increase service and work together. RememberLions have heart.

In Lionism,

1st Vice District Governor Diane Hentges

LEARN. DISCOVER. ACT.

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From 2nd VDG Rick DodsonI’m not our District or MD LCIF Coordinator, but would like to share some LCIFinformation with you. My thanks to PCC Michele Hufferd, PCC Beverly Nichols,and PDG Al Kimmi for their input for the article or background informationpreviously provided.

LCIF was 50 years old in 2018. It is the humanitarian arm of our Association andgives us the ability to fund amazing international service efforts and supportdisaster relief around the world. Some examples of the LCIF’s impact: $1B ingrants awarded, 9.1 cataract surgeries, $118M in disaster relief, 16M childrenserved by the Quest program, millions of children vaccinated against the measles.

Here is a truncated history of LCIF:

1968 – Incorporated as a Foundation.1972 – First grant of $5,000 awarded for flooding in South Dakota.1973 – Melvin Jones Fellowship Program created to recognized donors who give a minimum of $1.001985 – First major catastrophe grant of $50,000 for earthquake in Mexico.1986 – Progressive MJF program created.1991 - Campaign SightFirst started to raise funds for the SightFirst program. Goal of $130M was exceededwhen over $140M raised.2002 - LCIF acquires rights to Lions Quest program.2005 – Campaign SightFirst II kicks off with a goal to raise $200M. Goal exceeded.2007 – LCIF named in a Financial Times study as the #1 non-governmental organization world-wide with whichto partner.2008 – LCIF was nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize by former President Jimmy Carter.2010 – Lions Quest was selected as one of 10 Exemplary Organizations by the Youth Service Task Force and theU.S. Center for Citizen Diplomacy.2010 – Community Anti-Drug Coalitions of America presented its first-ever International

Partner award to LCI for helping create safer, healthier, and drug-free communities.2017 – LCIF receives its 6th consecutive 4-star rating for its effective fiscal management and commitment toaccountability and transparency.

LCIF is a collaborative partner with The Carter Center, Special Olympics, the World health Organization, theAnthem Foundation, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, First Response Team of America, Johnson & JohnsonVision, NoVo Foundation, the Organization of American States’ Inter-American Drug Abuse ControlCommission, U.S. Agency for International Development, U.S. State Department, VSP Global Eyes of hope andthe World Diabetes Foundation.

The following is a partial list of LCIF grants received for Kansas:

1993 – $5,000-$100,000 disaster relief for flooding in Elwood and Wathena2007 -- $10,000 for the flood in Osawatomie2007 -- $10,000-$50,000 for tornado relief in Greensburg2011 -- $71,000 Low Vision Grant for our KanLuvKids project???? -- $5,000 grant to buy books for children2016 -- $46,091 matching grant to purchase 12 vision screening devices for Kansas Lions2017 -- $10,000 matching grant for a disaster warning project in Auburn2018 -- $10,000 for tornado relief in Eureka2018 -- $11,271 for a Lions Quest Community Partnership Grant for USD 430

Since 2012, Kansas Lions have donated $37,000-$64,000 per year to LCIF through disaster-specific donations,memorial donations, MJF donations, etc.

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2nd VDG Rick Dodson continued …

HISTORICAL COMMITTEE PROJECT

Fellow Lions,

This is the 100th birthday of the Kansas Lions.We are making a presentation for the State Convention inJune and will be putting together additional historicalmaterial for various types of distribution in the future.

We are looking for unique club pins (or photos of those pins),photos of charters, photos of club banners, photos of clubactivities and members, and copies of any significant club

documentation. If possible, write on the back what the activity is and the names of Lions in the photos.

We have not received a very big response to our initial request for club materials. I will have a scannerat the 17-A District Cabinet meeting next Saturday (February 2nd). If your club has anyone attending,please bring material for me to scan. I’ll come early and stay late.

Please help us celebrate your club as part of our Kansas Lions 100th Birthday. Call or email if you haveany questions. If you call and I don’t answer, please leave a voice mail.

2VDG Rick Dodson(913) 240-5302

Many Lions I’ve spoken to about donating to LCIF respond that their members just want to support their localcommunities. As you can see from the grant examples above, Kansas has received many LCI grants for a varietyof purposes. Natural disasters can hit any community at any time. It’s comforting to know that LCIF will bethere to help when disaster strikes or a significant humanitarian effort is needed.

It’s not important to tabulate whether Kansas has received grant funds equal to or greater than our donations.It is important to know that our donations make LCIF a viable charity for good in Kansas and throughout theworld. LCIF is there for disaster relief and for humanitarian service. Without donations from Lions like us,LCIF cannot continue to do the magnificent work it does.

In 2018, LCIF launched Campaign 100 with a goal of raising $300M in the next three years to increase ourservice impact in our focus areas (vision, youth, disaster, humanitarian), fight diabetes, and expand our globalcauses (environment, childhood cancer, and hunger). Our district and MD coordinators will be happy to visitclubs, zone meetings, and conventions to provide details on specific campaign programs and awards.

Won’t you step forward and make a personal donation? Clubs, please find out how you can become a modelclub. Members who have businesses or who have friends with businesses, ask how businesses can participate.

Lions primarily focus on our community needs, but any of our communities can experience a natural disastersand Lions donors around the world donate to help with relief efforts through LCIF. Let’s pay it forward!

We Serve.

2VDG Rick Dodson

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From Margy Sundstrom, District 17A Cabinet Secretary

The Mid Winter Rally and District 17A Convention was a great success last weekend. Andnow, on to our Cabinet meeting to be held in Wamego at the Trinity Baptist Church, 16655 US24 on Saturday February 2nd. Registration will begin at 10:30 AM with the meeting starting at11:00 AM.

I have attached the agenda. If you are on the agenda and don't need to be let me know. Also, ifyou are not on the agenda and want to be, let me know that as well.

With only a week until this meeting, will you get your reports to me at your earliest convenience, please? Therewill be light snacks, but no meal at this meeting.

In Lionism,Margy Sundstrom, Cabinet Secretarymargaret1226@gmail.com 940-390-7430

LIONS DISTRICT 17A CABINET MEETINGSaturday, February 02, 2019 – Wamego, Kansas

(Subject to revision up to meeting time.)10:00AM Registration

11:00 AM Welcome DG John BurnsPledge of Allegiance CC Deb Weaverling

Invocation PDG Jerry LoneyCall to Order DG John BurnsRoll Call Lion Margy SundstromAdoption of Rules of Procedure DG Neal Nichols

District Governor’s Remarks DG John Burns1st VDG Remarks 1st VDG Diane Hentges2nd VDG Remarks 2nd VDG Rick DodsonMinutes Lion Margy SundstromTreasurer’s Report Lion Harry Malnicof

Awards/Presentations DG John BurnsPeace Poster Lion Caroline Arter

GLT Report PCC Bobby DuvallGMT Report PID Ernie YoungGST Report PDG Carleen Rajala

Regional Chairperson Reports PCC Bobby Duvall PDG David Hentges PDG Marilyn Sorenson PCC Bev Greenwood

Zone Chairpersons Reports DG John BurnsZone 1 Lion Catherine MillerZone 2 Lion Mike MitchellZone 3 Lion Caroline ArterZone 4 Lion Vania Castro

Zone 5 Lion Melaine SniderZone 6 Lion Leroy JohnsonZone 7 Lion Al KeithleyZone 8 Lion Bev GreenwoodZone 9 Lion Kristy EngelZone 10 Lion Doug PlummerZone 11 Lion Cameron ThurnerZone 12 Lion Deb Tegethoff

Committee Reports DG John BurnsMobile Screening Unit Lion Sylvia ReinhardtPublic Relations Lion Michele ReeseLCIF CC Deb WeaverlingHealth Programs Lion Vern FailorNominations PDG Al Kimmi

ALERT Program Lion Mike SundstromQuest PDG Jerry LoneyCommunity/International Relations PDG Jerry LoneyUpcoming Training PCC Bobby DuvallEnvironmental Program Lion Ken LeanderChildren/Youth Program Lion Margy SundstromKansas Lions Foundation PCC Linda LeanderKansas Lions Bank Foundation PCC Bobby DuvallKansas Lions Sight Foundation PID Gene VogelInternational Convention PCC Linda LeanderState Convention Lion Margy Sundstrom

Unfinished Business DG John BurnsNew Business DG John BurnsAnnouncements DG John Burns

Adjournment DG John Burns

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From Council Chair Debra WeaverlingCC Deb Weaverling – International Director Candidate

On January 26th at MD 17’s MidWinter Rally in Manhattan KS, Ireceived the endorsement as a candidate for International Director for theState of Kansas. My nominations were presented by PCC Beverly Nicholsof the Overland Park Host Lions Club and Lion Jack Walker of theLeavenworth Lions Club. I was both humbled and moved by theirnominations as they captured the true essence of who I am, and mypassion for Lionism over the past twenty plus years. I want to thank allthe LIONS who have supported me on this journey, especially my homeclub, the Leavenworth Lions Club.

In October of 1998, I joined the Leavenworth Lions Club. Since then, Imade Lionism an integral part of my life. I am empowered by my lovingand supportive husband, Lion Ron, my mom Lion Evangeline Kekaualua(Columbus Lions Club, Columbus GA) and our three beautiful daughters.

They and our son-in-laws have blessed our lives with our 8 grandchildren, ages 11 years old to 17 months old. Iam employed as the Office Manager for a local accounting firm, owned by two women LIONS. I am a part of theLeavenworth-Lansing Chamber of Commerce Women’s Division, where many women Lions are members. I amon the board of the Leavenworth County United Way, Treasurer, where again many members are Lions. It is theservice way, it is my way, it is the only way for me….to SERVE with a Lion HEART.

Lion Ron (my best friend) and I are a team on this incredible journey…TEAM WEAVERLING! We lovetackling challenges and brainstorming solutions together to help LIONS. My personal growth and leadershipdevelopment opportunities over these two decades in Lions is a direct result of the encouragement andmentorship of many exemplary Kansas Lions (you know who you are). I am so thankful for these great rolemodels and mentors, all of whom have become great friends and family. The superb leadership opportunitiesafforded by a Lions life of service is just one of many benefits of serving. We all have the opportunity to learnand apply the leadership training available at the district, multiple district, regional, and LCI levels. It is one ofmy intermediate goals to keep giving back by supporting training within our State, GPLLI, and USA CanadaForums in the near future.

I promise to represent the Lions of Kansas with all of my heart when given the opportunity by LCI. I also pledgeto represent the world as faithfully as our own Lions International Family of Past International Directors. Youhave set the standard and I am going to reach it and work to go beyond to continue to make the largesthumanitarian organization, Lions Clubs International, a great part of LIFE!

Deb WeaverlingIPDG/Council Chair

Several years ago, a wise LION asked me when did I become a LION?I was a little confused because he knew the answer. But then he said, “When did you truly become a LION” andyou can’t include when you joined your club. I had to think about it for a second, then the answer became clearto me….it was when I was a part of serving young children through vision screenings. Perhaps one never reallyknows what the gratitude is in being a part of a service project such as vision screening, but if YOU are involvedwith screening young children you know what I mean. Even better, to find a little one who truly benefited fromour service makes it even sweeter. So LIONS, when did you become a LION? Today, I continue to serve in anycapacity that I am able not even giving it a second thought but knowing it is the right thing to do. YOU can do ittoo, deep in your servant heart, you too can be blessed with the awesomeness of being a LION.

Deb WeaverlingIPDG/Council Chair

Lions Q & A Questions Answers

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From PID Ernie Young, GMT

GLOBAL MEMBERSHIP TEAM

More than Half Way ThereOur achievements have been positive in terms of our effort torecruit new members; yet, the numbers of dropped members hasbegun to exceed the number of new members. This dictates thatwe review what we are doing to ensure member satisfaction. Doyour club members know how much you appreciate them,regardless of what role or position they fill in the club? THEYDO NOT KNOW IF YOU HAVE NOT TOLD THEM!

Please invest the time to learn member interests and preferencesand ensure that they fully understand that every member isimportant to the success of the club. Members who pay their dues

are making a worthwhile contribution to the club, whether they are club officers or not. The entire club team isimportant to the club’s maximum possible success.

We have some true membership growth heroes who have led the way in generating success for our District.Among them is Lion Donald Melby, Scandia Lions Club, who earned his dues paid by the District for six monthsas a result of his being the first to sponsor three new members in the first half of the year. The remainder of usstill have the opportunity to be recognized in a similar manner as follows:

1. One-year club dues paid to the top sponsor of the year (First one to qualify) (District)

2. Six months club dues paid to the top sponsor for the six months Jan 1 to Jun 30 (District)

3. Sponsorship pins and letters to all sponsors of new members, accompanied by the sincere gratitude ofour District and LCI

Our current focus should include development of the next membership growth event. We did a great job withthe October growth event and there is no good reason why we cannot repeat or surpass that excellent perfor-mance. Planning for that event must begin without delay and April would be a good target date to ensure ap-propriate reporting prior to June 30. Identify the incentives that work in your club to get the majority of clubmembers involved in inviting prospects to a special event. Please recall that we improve the effectiveness of ourclubs, District and LCI in providing more and better service by adding new, quality members.

Worthy of note is the fact that only 29 of our 83 clubs have sponsored our 77 new members. If we get all 83clubs involved, we will exceed all records. I am willing to make the extra effort to effect positive membershipgrowth. Will you join me? After all, it is Our LCI!

Let’s Grow,

PID Ernie YoungDistrict 17-A GMT Coordinator

GMT report continued on Page 9

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NEW MEMBERS 2018 - 2019 PID E. Young, GMT Coordinator

WELCOME TO LIONS! December 2018 NEW MEMBERSKansas Lions District 17A welcomes you to our global community of more than 1.4 millionmen and women dedicated to helping in our communities and around the world!

NEW MEMBERS SPONSORSHIP

DELPHOS SPONSOR

ASHLEY D. GUYETT MARK GUYETTLANSING SPONSOR

ANDREW B. CRAWFORD DARCELL ODOMDARCELL R. ODOM RICKY DODSONLEAVENWORTH SPONSOR

CHRISTOPHER HEPP DEBRA WEAVERLINGMIAMI COUNTY TRAVELING SPONSOR

BRENDA FARMER MICHELE HUFFERDSAMANTHA FARMER MICHELE HUFFERDMINNEAPOLIS SPONSOR

TRACI SNYDER DOUGLAS PLUMMERWYANDOTTE SPONSOR

DENNIS DOTSON STEPHEN JOHNSON

Lions Make a Difference Everyday, Everywhere.

TogetherWE SERVE

https://www.lionsclubs.org

TOP SPONSOR FOR JULY 1 – DECEMBER 31, 2018LION DONALD MELBY, SCANDIA LIONS CLUB

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From LION VERN FAILOR - LIONS HEALTH PROGRAM (LHP)

LIONSHEALTH

PROGRAM

District 17-A Diabetes Camp Scholarships

Do you, the Lions, have any idea what it cost a month in supplies for a youth tolive with diabetes? Do you know what attending a diabetes camp does for ayouth? I happen to know some of the answers to these and other questions.

The time is NOW to Join Forces to Fight Diabetes.What are you doing to fight diabetes?

Join Forces … Donate Today

Recently, I happened to ask some of the youth’s parents what the cost of supplies and medication wasfor a month and here is what they said. One youth’s mother said, “$1,550.00 for insulin plus supplies.The family has military insurance that picks up most of the RX, then add to this supplies that are notcovered by insurance. ” Another parent said, “$2700 a month without insurance plus other supplies ofseveral hundred dollars a month. He has co-pay insurance so once $1500. is met the insurance takesover for the year.” To me, the cost of supplies for a youth with diabetes are mind boggling!

I received this picture from one of the families whose youth was helped to have abetter life through the diabetes camp program. The picture is used with thepermission of Bonnie Thurlow. This is her son, Parker, who is 14 years old and apicture of health. Parker uses insulin daily to be able to function. Bonnie says,“Thank you for what you do for our family.”

Now what does a youth get from attending a diabetes camp? Peace of mind, nobullying, self-esteem, knowing others have the same condition, supplies, training inhow to cope with diabetes, training in how better to use supplies, what to eat andnot to eat, and exercise and strength training head the ongoing, never-ending list.

Now, has your Lions Club helped these youth go to a diabetes camp by donating to the District 17-ALions Health Program Diabetes Camp scholarship fund? A scholarship of $337.50 is an extremelysmall portion of the cost of having diabetes. In this year’s LCI’s Diabetes Awareness Initiative yourLions Club can help and participate in LCI’s program by sending a youth to diabetes camp. Time isgetting short and the youth of the district needs your help now.

To help, just write a check to “District 17-A.” Send the check to Lion Vern Failor District 17-A LHPChairman, 5201 SW 27th St, Topeka KS 66614. We are in the process of approving scholarships nowso your donation needs to be in our hands by March 1, 2019.

Thanks for helping the youth of District 17-A. Remember, “WE SERVE”

Lion Vern

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Lion Sylvia Reinhardt, KLSF VP & 17-A Director

KANSAS EYE BANK & CORNEA RESEARCH CENTER, INC.

REPORT TO THE KANSAS LIONS SIGHT FOUNDATION: January 26, 2019

Kansas Eye Bank begins 2019 with some broad goals:1. Pursue every donation opportunity in our region

2. Implement a new donor management software system

3. Continued process improvement of referrals, recoveries, and distribution of corneas

4. Full 3 year Eye Bank Association of America accreditation

5. Authorization of DMEK processing program

6. Improve our Donor Memorial Program

Thank you for supporting eye donation in Kansas!

2018 KEB Statistical Report to the Eye Bank Association of America (EBAA)

2018 Data Table Total Per MonthTotal Number Donor Referrals 1369 114.1Eligible Potential Donors for Transplant 402 33.5First-Person Authorized Donors 278 23.2Other Authorized Donors (Not in Registry) 190 15.8Corneas Recovered with Intent for Transplant 733 61.1Eyes Recovered for Other Use (Research) 194 16.2Cornea Distribution

Domestic PlacementInternational Placement

305

25.416

Corneas Imported for Local Transplant 79 6.5

Contact Information: 404 S. Edgemoor St., Suite 310, Wichita, KS 67218

(316) 260-8220, (316) 260-8225 fax, www.kseyebank.org

Kansas Lions Sight Foundation report continued on Page 12

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Lion Sylvia Reinhardt - KLSF VP & 17-A Director

Kansas Lions Sight Foundation (KLSF) Report January 2019

Treasurer’s Report – Electronically submitted

Finance Report - Written report will be distributed at KLSF Board of Directors (BOD) meeting.

By-Laws – Electronically submitted

Public Relations – Electronically submitted

Audio Reader (AR) – The 2019 grant request from the KLSF for $20,000 is to support AR’s satellitenetwork, the Braille Program Guide, the Large Print Program Guide, and subscription expenses. Thefunds from this grant will enable them to continue to empower and enliven their listeners acrossKansas, Missouri, and beyond 24/7. Complete report and grant request electronically submitted.

Claude DeVorss Fellowship – The number of those honored with this fellowship remains the same aslast report, 108.

Mark Doyen Used Eyeglass Collection – PDG Bernard and Lion Viola continue to travel to sitesto collect, sort, and distribute recycled glasses. Recycled prescription glasses and a donation of readingglasses were shared with several volunteer and mission groups to use in their visits to third worldcountries. One of the volunteers from a ministerial group said seeing someone’s face light up when theyput a pair of glasses on and are able to see truly brought tears to our eyes. Students studying forNational Exams can now see and are able to read the exam. Elderly individuals who have had to stayclose to home because they couldn’t see to walk around their village are now able to visit theirneighbors. Complete reports electronically submitted.

Kansas Eye Bank & Cornea Research Center – The eye bank’s data for 2018: total number ofdonors 1,369; eligible potential donors for transplant 402; and eyes recovered for research 194. Corneadistribution for transplant: domestic 305 and international 192. Complete report electronicallysubmitted.

KUMC – One cataract surgery was completed in each November and December with another oneplanned for this month. The next payment of $3,000 from the KLSF to complete the grant for this yearis due. They are also doing one eye clinic for glasses for those in need.

KanLovKids – Electronically submitted, presentation by Judy Imber at KLSF BOD meeting.

MSU – To aid with funding for this unit we have registered with the Dane Hansen Foundation and arebeginning to gather material for a grant proposal to this foundation. When the MSU is scheduled in alocation KLSF is providing the sponsoring Lions Club with flyers and promotional materials. Pleaseremember the MSU is a good tool for LCI’s Diabetes Awareness this year. KLSF is looking forward toanother successful year at the 2019 Kansas State Fair, September 6th through and including September15th, 2019. Please remember if you want to volunteer to assist with this Kansas Lion’s screeningproject, want a spot on a particular day, or have a shift preference for the fair please contact LionSylvia Reinhardt at poorfarmer@eaglecom.net, home telephone 785-200-6132 or cell phone 620-921-0130. Complete report electronically submitted.

KLSF Report continued on Page 13

KLSF Report Continued …

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Lion Sylvia Reinhardt - KLSF VP & 17-A Director

Kansas Kid Sight – PDG Terry Weldin is the Kansas Lions KidSight USA reporter for Kansaschildren’s vision screening numbers and will provide these numbers in quarterly reports. The recentMD 17 figures reported to KidSight USA for Kansas Children’s vision screenings 6 months to 6 years ofage: 10,134 screened with 1,175 referrals. KLSF will again attend the annual KDEC Conference inWichita to share information on children’s vision screening. Complete reports electronically submitted.

Sight Week and Fund Raising – The current balance in the Sight Week budget is $5,365.01 with afinal push in the spring hoping to surpass $6,000.

Knights of Sight Pins – Since last report we have received $900 and awarded eight pins to fourdifferent clubs. These pins are a good way to recognize members for their work with sight programs orto thank a local eye doctor for their support. Anyone can receive a pin for a $100 donation.

Kansas Vision Coalition – The Kansas Vision Screening Guidelines are in the last stages of revision.On January 15, 2019 three Kansas Vision Coalition Advocacy Committee representatives presentedproposed changes to the Law at the Kansas Board of Education’s Open Forum. This committee will alsoparticipate on March 11th for a “Day with your Legislators” partnering with the Kansas OptometricAssociation. Complete report electronically submitted by committee member Lion Dr. Anne Nielsen.

Vision Services to Veterans – Lion Robert Hamilton is working on a Sight First Grant for the LowVision/Hearing Loss Workshops through LCI.

Lion Sylvia Reinhardt

KLSF VP & 17-A Director

KLSF Report continued …

From : kanlovkids.kssdb.org/home/lions

Kansas Lions Sight FoundationBeverly Nichols, Grant Administrator

Kansas Lions, through the Kansas Lions Sight Foundation, have supported a statewide low vi-sion project for children for over ten years. This project has been a partnership between Lions,the Kansas State School for the Blind, and the Kansas Optometric Association. Now, as a resultof a SightFirst Low Vision Grant, the partnership has been extended to include the Lions ClubInternational Foundation.

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From Robinson Lions Club

Oldies but Goodies or Pie in Your EyeRobinson Lions Club presents their 52nd annual melodrama “Oldies but Goodies or Pie in Your Eye” atthe Birdcage Theatre. The play was written by the Robinson Lions Club committee. Call Judi at (785)544-7739 or (785) 741-2282 for table reservations: Price is $30 for a table of four, $45 for a table of six.

General admission at the door is $5.00 per person. Come enjoy the fun, laughs and surprises! Meal willbe served next door prior to each performance.

SHOW TIMES

Saturday March 2, 2019 – 7:00 PMSunday March 3, 2019 – 2:00 PM Matinee

Friday March 8, 2019 – 7:00 PMSaturday March 9, 2019 – 7:00 PM

General Admission is $5

The play is full of fun surprises. Save a night to come, bring your family andenjoy a fun evening or the Sunday Matinee at Robinson’s Birdcage Theatre.

The Birdcage is located on Parsons Street in downtown Robinson. KS .

Robinson Lions Presenting

Oldies but Goodies or Pie in Your Eye

BE a Lion. Come join us.

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From PCC Beverly Greenwood – Milford Lions Club

WHEN: March 1, 20195:00 PM - 7:30 PM

WHERE: Milford City Building201 12th Street, Milford, KS

The Milford Lions host their annual Soup and Chili Supper. Come and enjoyalong with a beverage and dessert.

Admission at the door is $5.00 per person. Your support is greatly appreciated by the Lions, and thosewho we support, in keeping with our motto: "We Serve".

WHEN: February 23, 201911:00 AM

WHERE: Kendall State Bank Community406 Broadway Street, Valley Falls, KS

FREE WILL DONATIONYour support is greatly appreciated. Our Motto: “We Serve.”

Soups

On

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From TESCOTT LIONS CLUB

“WE SERVE.” https://www.lionsclubs.org

Tescott Lions Club chairman, TomWeathered, is pictured with the newlyerected sign on K-18 featuring businessesand encouraging travelers to stop intoTescott.

(Courtesy Photo)

Tescott Installs New Business SignBy Mark Luder & Kris Heinze

Special to Lincoln Sentinel

After two years planning andseveral setbacks, a new sign wasinstalled January 9, 2019, justoutside of Tescott on KansasHighway 18 advertising thebusinesses in town.

Hal Berkley, with Tescott LionsClub, thought the sign could helpattract new people to turn off thehighway and into Tescott.

"It should bring in strangers, withthe new sign up, they'll actuallyknow what we have in town,"Berkley said.

Tescott Lions Club committeechairman Tom Weathered saidthe project began by contactingTodd Ohlde of Linn, KS, todesign and construct the new signfor Tescott. The sign features aspecial background that turns redover time to make the stainlesssteel lettering stand out topassersby.

The next step was getting theofficial permissions to erect thesign along the highway,Weathered said. Phil Aumick,

Ottawa County EconomicDevelopment contributed to theproject by getting the permitsrequired to place it along thehighway.

The first sign that was madeblew off of a truck trailer inhigh winds and was damaged sobadly it had to be remade. Oncethe second sign was developedand ready to be installed, theweather turned wet and theground became too muddy toplace the new sign, but the jobwas finally com pleted earlier thismonth.

"We would like to thank BillHurtig and his crew for helpingOhlde stand the new signinto place along K-18 Hwy,"Weathered said.

Jennifer McClure, with the Bankof Tescott in Tescott, was alsohappy to see theproject wrapped up.

"We want to thank all thebusinesses for their participationand a special thank you toeveryone who supported thefundraising efforts for thisproject, Weathered said.

* Article scanned/ reprinted from Lincoln Sentinel per request to share from Tescott Lion Tom Weathered

Lions have both a slogan and a motto.The slogan, “Liberty, Intelligence, Our Nation’s Safety”—an acronym for the word Lions reflects the organization’s formative years in America during and after World War I. The mottodeclares its common purpose in two short words, “We Serve.” The Tescott Lions story is anothertestimony that reflects the purpose and strong commitment to serve their community.

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From LION DOROTHY HERRING - DISTRICT 17A WEBMASTER

What is the difference between a Facebook page and a group? District 17A hasboth venues set up on Facebook. A Facebook page allows public entities, such asorganizations to set up and create a public presence on Facebook. Pages are visibleto everyone on Facebook and the Internet. This allows anyone who may be interested or is looking for a Lions Club to findout information about District 17A and our clubs. I’ve been contacted through theFacebook page by people looking for specific contacts for clubs in our district sothat they could have a resource for projects, or if someone in that community has aspecific need that the club may be able to help with, i.e. vision. This is where we canpost clubs’ events and activities so that there can be a public awareness that theseare happening, and anyone can see them.A Facebook group can be public or private, and this is a place that allows for small

group discussion, communication, and for people to share common interests or express opinions. According toFacebook, “Groups allow people to come together around a common cause, issue or activity to organize,express objectives and discuss issues, post photos and share related content.” My hope is that our district canuse the group as a place for discussion forum about creating new activities, Lions questions, concerns, or as aresource for our District Lions.

In Lionism,

Dorothy Herring, District 17A Webmaster

Lions Clubs InternationalPURPOSES

TO ORGANIZE, charter and supervise service clubs to be knows as Lions clubs.

TO COORDINATE the activities and standardize the administration of Lions clubs.

TO CREATE and foster a spirit of understanding among the peoples of the world.

TO PROMOTE the principles of good government and good citizenship.

TO TAKE an active interest in the civic, cultural, social and moral welfare of the community.

TO UNITE the clubs in the bonds of friendship, good fellowship and mutual understanding.

TO PROVIDE a forum for the open discussion of all matters of public interest; provided, however,that partisan politics and sectarian religion shall not be debated by club members.

TO ENCOURAGE service-minded people to serve their community without personal financial reward,and to encourage efficiency and promote high ethical standards in commerce, industry, professions, publicworks and private endeavors.

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Audio-Reader Radio for the blind and print-disabledNow accepting donations of gently used audio equipment, vinyl records, CDs, DVDs,musical instruments. Beginning June 1, 2018, you can drop off your donations at one ofthese collection sites:

In Lawrence: Audio­Reader: 1120 W 11th St.  Hours: M­F 7am­7pm, S&S 7am­NoonIn Topeka: Sunflower School Supplies: 2139 SW Fairlawn Plaza Dr - Hours: 10am-6pm

KANSAS LIONS HUMANITARIAN SERVICE

DISTRICT ALERT TRAILER

For decades, Lions have provided humanitarianassistance to people affected by disasters. Lions arededicated to serving their communities, especiallyin times of crisis.

The mission of the Lions Alert program is toprovide Lions with a standardized structure andnetwork to deliver needed services to people inemergency situations.

Personal care items needed:

MEN WOMENToothpaste ToothpasteToothbrush ToothbrushDeodorant DeodorantComb CombShaving cream Shaving CreamRazor RazorBandages Bandages Wash Cloth Wash ClothShampoo ShampooSoap Soap Feminine CareItems can be brought to Lion functions and givento District Alert Chair Mike Sundstrom.

GIVING THE BASICS

Registered 501(c)(3)Charitable Organization.

Mission Statement: Human Dignity

District 17-A will again participate in collectingpersonal care items for Kansas School children.

Please collect and donate: bars of soap, laundrydetergent, toothpaste, toothbrushes, deodorant, lotion,feminine care product sand shampoos. Bring to ourquarterly meetings.

For more information and to see the complete listingvisit www.givingthebasics.org

For questions, contactLion Margy Sundstrom

Margaret1226@gmail.comCall 940-390-7430

Items can be brought to any Lion function andgiven to Lion Margy Sundstrom.

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KANSAS LIONS WEBSITES

Kansas Lions Online Information

Kansas State Lionswww.kansaslions.org

Facebook Group: Kansas Lions https://www.facebook.com/groups/1638162259829705/Email: KansasLions@aol.com

Kansas Lions NewsEmail: ndbdesk@cox.net

District 17Kwww.Lionswowinks.orgDistrict 17K PR/Webmaster/Newsletter: Denny Smith, ddsmith@pld.comThis website has Kansas District and Club newsletters, as well as international Lions newsletters.Facebook Page: Lionswowinks https://www.facebook.com/lionswowinks/

District 17Awww.kslionsdistrict17a.org

Facebook: Lions Club District 17-A https://www.facebook.com/KansasLionsDistrict17A/District 17A IT/Webmaster: Dorothy Herring, dotherring@yahoo.com or ksliondorothy@gmail.com

District 17Nwww.kslions17n.org

Facebook Group: KansasLionsDistrict17N https://www.facebook.com/groups/kslions17n/District 17N IT/Webmaster: John Scovill, itchair@kslions17n.orgThe Directory is located on District N’s website. There is a link from the State Website as well.Password is md17dir.

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Upcoming Dates and Events Kansas District 17-A Events & Calendar

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February 2019 – June 2019

FEB2 District 17-A Cabinet Meeting will be held on Saturday, February 2, 2019, at

the Trinity Baptist Church in Wamego, KS.

MAR1 District 17-A Diabetes Camp Scholarship donations due to Lion Vern Failor

31 Last day for regular Lions Club International Convention registration fees

MAY 30 State Convention - May 30 – Jun 1, 2019 - Lawrence, KS

Lions International Convention July 05, 2019

Milan, Italy July 5-9, 2019

Lions International Conventions July 5-9, 2019 Milan, ItalyJune 26-30, 2020 Singapore

June 25-29, 2021 Montreal, Quebec July 1-5, 2022 New Delhi, India July 7-11, 2023 Boston, Massachusetts June 21-25, 2024 Melbourne, Australia