Dear Lions,

As Lions, service is what brings us together — in our own neighborhoods and around the world. We may come from different places and cultures, but we share the same purpose: to make life better for others.

Our message for 2025–2026, “Lead to Serve, Serve to Lead,” reminds us that service and leadership go hand in hand. Every act of service shows others what it means to lead with heart. And the more we serve, the more we grow — as people, as clubs and as a global family.

To make this a year worth celebrating, we must start strong. That means taking action early — welcoming new members into our clubs and supporting our districts’ efforts to charter new ones. Reaching our goals ahead of schedule will give us the momentum we need to do even more good throughout the year.

As we grow, let’s also make sure our clubs welcome everyone with a heart for service. Are we inviting younger members to bring their energy and fresh ideas? Are we making space for more women, especially in places where that’s been a challenge? Every club should reflect the community it serves — diverse, vibrant and full of potential.

Now’s also the time to start planning your Weeks of Service. Lions and Leos worldwide will be coming together for three powerful weeks to serve the areas of mental health and well-being, hunger and the environment. This is a great opportunity to invite new friends to serve alongside you and experience firsthand what it means to be a Lion. Learn more about our Weeks of Service in this issue.

Our impact depends on our strength. And our strength comes from our people. So let’s grow with purpose — and lead through service.

Together we serve,

A.P. Singh
International President, Lions Clubs International