Melvin Jones and Progressive Melvin Jones Fellows

The Melvin Jones Fellows (MJF) and Progressive Melvin Jones Fellows (PMJF) are the backbone of our foundation. MJFs and PMJFs recognize those who donate US$1,000 to LCIF or to people for whom a donation was made by others – or even a combination of both, the MJF recognizes a tremendous contribution to humanity and to the legacy of our founder, Melvin Jones. Contributions for the MJF can be made by individuals (including non-Lions), clubs, or districts. Donations may be in one sum or in installments. Initial Melvin Jones Fellows receive a special lapel pin, a plaque, and a congratulatory letter.

The Progressive Melvin Jones Fellows (PMJF) is a way for donors to extend their commitment to LCIF and advance in the fellowship program by donating beyond the initial US$1,000 MJF. The PMJF is for gifts totaling between US$2,000 and US$100,000. After contributing US$100,000, donors become Humanitarian Partners.

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Lions / Leo Share Program

Lions Share is an annual program that recognizes individual donors for three levels of support: US$50, US$100, and US$200. Lions Share donations are MJF-eligible and used to support LCIF humanitarian grant programs.

Clubs are awarded a 100% Member Support banner patch and chevron when every member makes a minimum contribution of US$50. For each subsequent year of 100% Member Support, clubs receive a chevron.

Leo Share recognition is also available for Leos who give at least US$20 to LCIF.

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Lions Legacy Society

LCIF is pleased to share its gratitude with, and offer membership in Lions Legacy Society to, those committing future gifts. Recognition and benefits include listing in the foundation’s Annual Report and on its website, as well as the following benefits at the corresponding level and all preceding levels.

Blue Diamond Level 1: US$10,000-US$49,999
Customized framed Lions Legacy Society certificate

Blue Diamond Level 2: US$50,000-US$99,999
Special recognition at forums; invitation to private donor reception at in-person Lions International Convention

Blue Diamond Level 3: US$100,000-US$499,999
All the above level recognitions plus customized Lions Legacy Society plaque

Blue Diamond Level 4: US$500,000-US$999,999
All the above level recognitions plus special seating at in-person Lions International Convention; personal phone call from Lions leadership; name listing in Lions headquarters’ donor room

Blue Diamond Level 5: US$1,000,000+
All the above level recognitions plus invitations to special Lions International events; Lions Legacy Society memento presented on stage at in-person Lions International Convention

LCIF is also pleased to share a Lions Legacy Society pin with those committing at least US$1,000 to LCIF in their estate plans.

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Lead and Major Gift Recognition

• Mid-tier giving US$5,000 – custom pin
• Mid-tier giving US$10,000-US$15,000 – custom pin and plaque
• Major giving US$25,000- US$49,999 – custom pin and plaque; inclusion in LCIF Annual Report, website listing, social media, digital recognitions, special recognition/invitation to International Convention, and in-person events
• Progressive Major giving US$50,000- US$99,999 – custom pin and plaque; inclusion in LCIF Annual Report, website listing, social media, digital recognitions, special recognition/invitation to International Convention, and in-person events
• Lead giving US$100,000-US$199,999 – custom pin and plaque, feature in marketing materials, and newsletters; inclusion in LCIF Annual Report, website listing, social media, special recognition/invitation to International Convention, and in-person events
• Progressive Lead giving US$200,000-US$499,999 – custom pin and plaque or impact feature in marketing materials and newsletters; inclusion in LCIF Annual Report, website listing, social media, special recognition/invitation to International Convention, and in-person events
• Visionary Lead giving US$500,000-US$749,999 – custom pin and plaque; feature in marketing materials and newsletters; inclusion in LCIF Annual Report, website listing, social media, special recognition/invitation to International Convention, and in-person events
• Progressive Visionary Lead giving US$750,000-US$999,999 – custom pin and plaque; feature in marketing materials and newsletters; inclusion in LCIF Annual Report, website listing, social media, special recognition/invitation to International Convention, and in-person events
• Million Dollar+ giving – custom pin and plaque; video story on LCIF website and on-stage feature at Lions International Convention; feature in marketing materials and newsletters; inclusion in LCIF Annual Report, website listing, social media, special recognition/invitation to International Convention, and in-person events

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Memorial Donations

LCIF recognizes individuals who donate to the Foundation in the memory of another. The donor receives an acknowledgement card, and the family of the deceased receives a card informing them of the donation.

Memorial donation

In Honor Donations

LCIF recognizes donations to the Foundation made as a gift to or in honor of another. LCIF provides a card on your behalf, informing them of the donation. Melvin Jones Fellow credits are applied to the person being gifted/honored.

In Honor donation

Club Awards

Club Plaque

The club plaque recognizes Lions clubs that donate US$1,000 or more to LCIF. If requested, the club can receive a banner patch and chevron instead of the plaque. Club plaque requests require a general donation (non-MJF eligible).

Melvin Jones Fellowship (MJF) Banner Patch

Clubs receive an MJF banner patch and chevron the first time a member is honored with a Melvin Jones Fellowship. Annual chevrons are provided once per year even if multiple honors after the initial banner patch and chevron.

100 Percent Melvin Jones Fellowship (MJF) Banner

Clubs receive a 100 Percent MJF banner when all current club members are Melvin Jones Fellows. Once achieved, the LCIF Chairperson will award the club with a Certificate of Distinction at the international convention.

100 Percent Progressive Melvin Jones Fellowship (PMJF) Banner

Clubs receive a PMJF banner when all current members reach the first level of the PMJF program. Once achieved, the LCIF Chairperson will award the club with a Certificate of Distinction at the international convention.

Please contact LCIF Donor Services at donorassistance@lionsclubs.org for any inquiries on club awards.

District Awards

Chairperson Medal

District Governors and LCIF Coordinators from districts that contribute at least US$30,000 to LCIF and increase donations to the foundation by at least 10 percent when compared to the previous year, may qualify for a Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum, or Diamond Chairperson Medal. District governors and coordinators whose district donates US$100,000 or more will automatically receive the medal. Multiple district coordinators and council chairpersons will qualify for the award if 50% or more of the districts within their multiple qualify for the award.

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100% Club Support Certificate of Appreciation

Districts in which every club donates to LCIF in a fiscal year receive a certificate of appreciation. The District Governor and LCIF District Coordinator also receive a 100 Percent Club Support Certificate of Appreciation. Email donorassistance@lionsclubs.org to learn more.

Top Ten Certificates

The 10 districts worldwide that donate the most to LCIF in a fiscal year receive a Top Ten Certificate. The LCIF District Coordinator also receives a certificate. Email donorassistance@lionsclubs.org to learn more.

Corporate Plaque

Corporations that donate US$1,000 or more to LCIF receive a corporate plaque. Email donorassistance@lionsclubs.org to learn more or to request your plaque. Corporate plaques require a general donation (non-MJF eligible).

Humanitarian Partners

Part of the MJF program, the Humanitarian Partner represents individuals whose cumulative donations exceed US$100,000. Elegant pins in unique designs with stones mark gifts at various gift increments. Bronze, silver, gold, and white gold series for donations in US$20,000 increments and the platinum series for donations in increments of US$100,000 and above. Email donorassistance@lionsclubs.org to request your pin.

Other Awards

The foundation recognizes Lions who promote greater awareness of and support for LCIF. The LCIF Friend of Humanity Award recognizes a small number of exceptional Lions who have supported LCIF at the highest level. The LCIF chairperson determines the recipients, who are awarded a medal. Contact us about the Lion you wish to nominate.

The LCIF Helping Hands Award recognizes Lions who promote greater awareness of and support for LCIF at the club, region, district or multiple district level or through a variety of ways, including grant projects, fundraising and marketing activities. To apply, complete the nomination form.