About Us

Learn about our history, mission, and the people who make it all possible

Our Mission

To serve our communities with compassion, empower youth through meaningful programs, and create lasting positive change through volunteer action and community engagement.

Our Vision

A Canada where every community thrives, every young person has opportunities to succeed, and kindness and service are at the heart of society.

Our Values

Compassion, Integrity, Excellence, Inclusivity, and Community. These core values guide everything we do and every decision we make.

Our Founding President

Leading with vision, compassion, and dedication to serve our community

Founding President Fang Zhenghong with Nick Vujicic

Founding President Fang Zhenghong (left) with global motivational speaker Nick Vujicic

Fang Zhenghong

Founding President

As the founding president of York Region Caring Lions Club, Fang Zhenghong has been instrumental in establishing a strong foundation of community service and compassion. His vision and leadership have guided our club in making meaningful impacts across York Region, inspiring hundreds of volunteers to join our mission of serving communities with dedication and heart.

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Part of a Global Movement

York Region Caring Lions Club is a proud member of Lions Clubs International, the world's largest service club organization.

1.4M+
Members Worldwide
48,000+
Clubs Globally
200+
Countries & Regions

About Lions Clubs International

Founded 1917

Lions Clubs International was founded by Melvin Jones in Chicago, Illinois, USA. What started as a vision to unite service clubs has grown into the world's largest service organization, dedicated to serving communities and meeting humanitarian needs.

Our Motto

"We Serve"

This simple yet powerful motto encapsulates the essence of Lions: service to others. Lions are known for their commitment to improving communities through volunteer service and humanitarian work.

Global Focus Areas

Vision
Preventing blindness & improving sight
Diabetes
Fighting diabetes worldwide
Hunger Relief
Providing food to those in need
Environment
Protecting our planet
Childhood Cancer
Supporting children with cancer

As a member club, we share these global values while focusing on the specific needs of our local community in York Region. Together with Lions worldwide, we're making a difference one community at a time.

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