About The Lions
Who Are the Lions?
One of history's most generous fraternal clubs, the Lions are a diverse, non-denominational social organization with members throughout the world. The Lions have long been associated with supporting vision care and vision research. They remain a major supporter of our institution.
The Lions' Challenge....
In 1925 Helen Keller spoke to Lions around the world and inspired them to take up the challenge as Knights of the Blind. The Lions of Kentucky took this challenge to heart.
The Lions' Goal....
To give the gift of sight to all in need through eye care, eye banks, & eye research.
The Lions' Mission....
To prevent and cure blindness by supporting eye research, operating eye clinics and eye banks.
The Lions Support ....
- Eye Research at the Kentucky Lions Eye Research Institute
- University of Louisville Lions Eye Bank
- Lexington Lions Eye Bank
- University of Louisville Lions Eye Clinic
- University of Kentucky Lions Eye Clinic
- South Central Kentucky Lions Eye Clinic
Of course, you don't have to be a Lion to support the work we do. We gratefully accept the generosity of all who understand the value of sight, and wish to share that gift with people of all countries and all cultures.
