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The Lions Club International was founded in Chicago in 1917 and has since grown into the world's largest service organization - with 1.4 million members in 47,000 clubs across over 200 countries. 

Lions around the world are dedicated to serving their communities through projects focused on vision, diabetes, hunger, the environment, natural disasters, and childhood cancer.

The Diamondhead Lions Club received its charter in December 1977 and has proudly served the Diamondhead community ever since. 

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How We Serve

Lions Clubs are self-funded. We receive no financial support from state, national, or international Lions organizations - our members pay dues to cover administrative costs, while all charitable funds are raised through local projects.

Our club raises money through:

• Bingo events held twice each month
• An annual indoor garage sale
• And other fun community fundraisers throughout the year.

Community Improvements
Over the years our club has funded several important community enhancements, including:

• The front gate marquee
• Defibrillators for the clubhouse
• A meeting room audio system
• Security cameras for entry and exit gates
• An annual scholarship for a graduating Diamondhead senior
• Disk Golf with the Youth Committee
• Road Cleanup (Adopt a Mile)
• 4th of July Parade
• Business Expo

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Signature Event: Jim Hartford Fishing Derby

Our proudest tradition is the Jim Hartford Fishing Derby for children with special needs, a beloved event now in its 37th year. Each year we welcome students, teachers, aides, and parents from special needs programs across Malvern, Hot Springs, Lakeside, and Magnet Cove schools. For many children it's their very first time catching a fish! We provide lunch for all participants, and every child receives a gift to remember his or her special day.

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Join Us

Lions are 100% volunteers - we give our time, energy, and talents to make a difference in the communities where we live. 

Our motto says it all: “We Serve.”

If you'd like to be part of something meaningful, join us!
 

Contact:

[email protected]

New members are always welcome! Together, we can keep our club strong and continue to serve.

Diamondhead Lions Club Officers for 2026-2027:

Dorothy Davis, President

Greg Pallitto, Vice-President

Bonnie Walker, Second Vice-President

Don Oseroff, Treasurer

Kim Brown, Secretary

Ralph Rupple, Sergeant-at-Arms