NWLERC District 19 I Cabinet Report December 2, 2023 Collecting used eyeglasses is a very rewarding activity. We get to recycle something precious and we know we are truly helping people in need. I delivered Trifecta banner patches to several Lions Clubs in my District and gave them my thanks for working to collect glasses, sort glasses and for making a donation to Northwest Lions Eyeglass Recycling Center in Lacey, WA. Just recently LERC sent eyeglasses on the iCARE mission to Jamaica. Feedback on that mission was very positive. A second mission went with NW Missions Four Square to the Ivory Coast. Used eyeglasses and sunglasses were distributed to hundreds of people. LERC is planning to add some significant signage to their new building to attract more volunteers and more donations. I have arranged for funding for one of the signs. Stay tuned for upcoming events at Northwest Lions Eyeglass Recycling Center where our motto is: “Changing Lives One Pair of Eyeglasses at a Time”. PDG Patti Sparks, LERC Director