Lions International Celebrates 100 Years of Service

Source: A Century of Sight: Lions International Marks 100 Years Since Helen Keller's Historic Call to Become "Knights of the Blind" (2025-06-25)

Lions International marks a century since Helen Keller's call to serve the blind and visually impaired, celebrating a legacy of global humanitarian efforts. Founded in 1917, the organization has grown to include millions of members dedicated to sight preservation, health initiatives, and community service worldwide. Over the past 100 years, Lions Clubs have contributed significantly to blindness prevention, cataract surgeries, and accessible eye care programs. The milestone underscores their ongoing commitment to improving lives through vision-related projects and fostering a spirit of service across diverse communities.

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