DISTRICT 14-C GOVENOR'S GOAL

2026-2027

The District Governor has established the 2026–2027 District Goals for District 14-C in collaboration with the District Leadership Team, including the Vice District Governors and Zone Chairs.

Our goals align with the Membership, Leadership, Service Activities, and LCIF Targets set by Lions Clubs International, ensuring our district objectives support both local priorities and the broader international vision of Lions.

The 2026–2027 District Goals are as follows:

1. Mission 1.5 - Membership Development

 District 14-C will induct 120 new members into existing clubs for a net gain of +31 by June 15, 2027.                          

• Appoint the GET/GMT District Coordinators to form a committee to implement a plan to grow our membership by 120 members.
• Identify clubs experiencing membership decline in partnership with Zone Chairs to provide targeted support in recruitment strategies.
• Conduct a district-wide New Member Orientation session for new members and sponsors.
• Encourage clubs to implement a structured mentoring program by pairing new members with experienced sponsors.
• Challenge each club in the district to induct two new members during the 2026-2027 Lions’ year.
• Maintain membership retention by focusing on member satisfaction through leadership support.
• Prevent clubs from falling into status quo during this Lions’ year by providing support as needed.
• Increase diversity in the district by recruiting more women.
• Increase diversity in the district by recruiting younger members under age 40.
• All GAT members are encouraged to attend the District’s monthly ZOOM meetings, except during months when a District Cabinet meeting is scheduled.
• Encourage the district to induct 10 new members per month.

2. Mission 1.5 - New Club Extension

District 14-C will start a new club with at least 20 charter members by June 15, 2027.

• Appoint the GET Coordinator to form a committee to start a new club.
• The committee identifies areas of opportunity.
• Contact local organizations and community leaders in person.
• Promote the new club to the community.
• Recruit new members.
• Recruit women, families, and young adults under the age of 40.
• Plan an informational meeting.
• Assign a Guiding Lion to assist with forming the new club when the area is determined.
• Plan an organizational meeting for new club members.
• Actively recruit LEOs aging out of their club to become Lions.

3. Leadership Development

District 14-C will ensure 100% of Zone Chairs and 20% of club officers complete training by May 30, 2027.

• Meet with the District GAT to develop and implement a structured leadership training curriculum by June 2026.
• Identify qualified trainers to provide training.
  Establish and promote Spring Officer Training for newly elected officers while continuing outreach and support for current-year officers.
• Conduct new member orientation biannually in the Fall and the Spring.
• Promote Lions Portal training for District leadership to ensure all members can access the Lion Portal to run reports.
• Encourage the GLT to implement the ZCs to provide a brief 30-minute micro-training for club officers after their Zone Advisory Committee Meeting.
• Direct Zone Chairs to follow up with clubs to confirm officer participation in live ZOOM or recorded training.
• Provide District-wide Guiding Lion Training for qualified Lions and Lions needing recertification.
• Ensure all training is properly recorded in the Lions Portal.
• All GAT members are encouraged to attend the monthly District ZOOM meetings, except in months when a District Cabinet meeting is scheduled.
• Update and maintain the District’s manuals and leadership resources (DG, VDGs, Zone Chairs, PDGs, BIOs, and club information).
  Promote leadership training programs to cultivate future district leadership throughout the year, including RLLI, Symposiums, the USA/Canada Lions Leadership Forum, and the Lions Learning Center.

4. Service Activities

District 14-C Lions and LEOs will achieve 95% service reporting to Lions International by June 15, 2027.

• Analyze District 14-C service reporting data to identify trends, strengths, and gaps.
• Appoint a knowledgeable Lion to mentor newly elected Secretaries to assist with entering service activities in the Portal.
• Educate clubs on the importance of accurate and timely service reporting and its impact at the District and International level.
• Encourage collaboration between Club Secretaries and members by appointing an experienced Lion to serve as Club Administrator to support reporting efforts.
• Promote and provide access to district-offered Lions Portal training for all members responsible for reporting service activities.
• Identify Lions & LEO clubs that have not reported service to provide guidance and support.
• Encourage clubs to maintain an active FB and social media presence to market their club’s activities.
• All GAT members are encouraged to attend monthly District ZOOM meetings, except when a District Cabinet meeting is scheduled.

4. Lions Club International Foundation (LCIF)

District 14-C will donate at least $38,000 to LCIF with 60% club participation by June 30, 2027.

• The District LCIF Coordinator will actively encourage clubs to donate to LCIF.
• The District Governor will lead by example with a personal donation.
• Provide regular donation status reports at GAT & District Cabinet meetings.
• District & Club LCIF Coordinators will educate members on the importance of giving and the measurable impact of their contribution.
• The District LCIF Coordinator will actively encourage club members to contribute to LCIF.
• Encourage District Cabinet members to donate to LCIF personally.
• Communicate the LCIF goal to incoming club officers.

5. Custom Goal - Childhood Cancer

District 14-C will expand the impact and visibility of our service by engaging Lions & LEOs to support Childhood Cancer through a partnership with Penn State Hershey Children’s Hospital by collecting new books by December 1, 2026.

• Appoint a chairperson.
• The chairperson will establish a planning committee.
• The committee will develop a clear event plan outlining: purpose, responsibilities, timeline, and location.
• Communicate event details to all Lions & LEOs to encourage participation and ensure success.
• Promote the event to increase public awareness and visibility of Lions & LEOs in the district.

6. Custom Goal - Environment

District 14-C will expand the impact and visibility of our service by engaging Lions & LEOs to support our Environmental Global Cause through a partnership with the Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay by planting trees in the district by April 30, 2027.

• Appoint a chairperson.
• The chairperson will establish a planning committee.
• The committee will develop a clear event plan outlining: purpose, responsibilities, timeline, and location.
• Communicate event details to all Lions & LEOs to encourage participation and ensure success.
• Promote the event to increase public awareness and visibility of Lions & LEOs in the district.