LEO Program Presentation

1. LEO Program Presentation Multiple 5M Workshop Presented By: PDG Rick Plaisier 5M Leo Chair July, 2006

2. History of Leo Clubs 1957: Founded in Abington, PA 1967: Became official project of LCI 2005: 140,000 Leos 5,600 Leo Clubs 138 Countries

3. What’s happening in 5M – LEO Clubs

4. 5M Summation of Club Variety! • Total number of Clubs = 771

5. Volunteerism Around the Globe Canada: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

6. Volunteerism Around the Globe Hong 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.

7. Volunteerism Around the Globe Japan: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

8. Volunteerism Around the Globe United 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

9. Volunteerism Around the Globe United 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

10. Young Adult Volunteers Characteristics: • Want exciting, challenging experiences • Want opportunities to be innovative and creative • Enjoy collaboration and teamwork • Want to be respected as an equal • Are skilled time managers and multitaskers • Are independent thinkers • Are creating new levels of technology • Just want a chance to prove to others and themselves • Adjust to change easily Source: www.merrillassociates.net

11. Remember 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.

12. Rationale for Leo Clubs Objective: 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.

13. 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.

14. 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

15. 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

16. Qualities of an Advisor A vailable D ependable V irtuous I maginative S upportive O rganized R esponsible

17. Guiding Lion or Advisor Important 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

18. Meetings What the book says: Formal Meeting: Agenda Formal Opening Minutes & Reports Projects Fundraisers Old & New Business Adjournment What is practical: What suits your group: Informal Meeting following ( FUN ) Board / Committee Meetings

19. Communication School Intercom Word of Mouth Email Phone / Cell Phone Newsletters in school or in community Bulletin Board Through churches or other community groups

20. Projects and/or Fundraisers Projects Benefits derived Requirements Group or Individual Life-long Learner Fundraisers Benefits derived When appropriate Who has ownership Life-long learner

21. 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!!!!!

22. Tried & True Fundraisers Bake 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!!!”

23. 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.

24. 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

25. Celebrating Success Certificates, Awards & Recognition for your Leo membership • Computer Generated Certificate • Public Recognition • International Awards • Leoof the Year • Free Registration to Lions or Leo Convention • Free registration to Lions International Convention • LEO members ideas which are great!

26. 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????

27. The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens –borrowed from Sean Covey

28. 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!!