Awards & Recognition

Our members enjoy acknowledging the service and commitment of their colleagues. Awards represent a donation to our humanitarian causes in the name of a valued member.

Personalised Certificates

Members can use the Award Database to search for an individual and download a list of awards in their name, or to print a personalised certificate showing these awards.

Click here to search our Award Database

Please note this database will be updated periodically as information becomes available from the Foundations and Projects. But please understand we do not want to spoil any surprises so they may be a delay in the information available.

If you know of a Lion whose enthusiasm, ingenuity and resourcefulness has made a difference, please contact magazine@lions.org.au to share their story.

For more information on the individual awards, please scroll down to the tabs below…

LCIF – Melvin Jones Fellowship

Click here to search and/or download the latest MJF Recipients.

“Once in every generation or era a man appears and in his fleeting hour upon this stage leaves an indelible imprint upon the lives of his fellow men, and upon generations yet to come. Such a man was Melvin Jones. All over the world today he is the symbol of man’s concern for his fellow man” – Finis E Davis, International President at the time of the death of Melvin Jones, the founder of Lions.

The Melvin Jones Fellowship may be used to recognise outstanding Lions or members of the general public who have made a significant

contribution to Lionism.

Approval for a Melvin Jones Fellowship is made by the Lions Clubs International Foundation Board and the following list is current as at April 2022

Any queries should be directed to: Lions Australia National Office – lcif.ops@lions.org.au

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Lions honoured with Order of Australia (OAM)

The 2024 Australia Day Honours list recognises and celebrates…

Walking towards a cure for diabetes

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Lion treks from Darwin to Adelaide for a good cause

On the first day of May in 2024, a remarkable journey will begin.…
Lions Lap the Map for Diabetes

Lions Lap the Map for Diabetes 7 Times for World Diabetes Day

Lions across the country were on a mission to reduce the prevalence…
Deborah Hutton Lions Ambassador for Skin Cancer Screening

Lions appoints Deborah Hutton as Ambassador for Skin Cancer Screening Program

Lions Australia have appointed Deborah Hutton as their first…
Wooroloo bushfire

Lions go above and beyond to help communities impacted by Wooroloo bushfire

When disaster strikes, Lions volunteers roll up their sleeves…

Lions Club celebrates 20 Year Milestone

Originating as an Apple Users Computer Club in 1984, the Apple-MAQ…

Lions Club of Gawler lighting the way for the 75th Anniversary!

Congratulations Lions Club of Gawler Inc with SA Infrastructure…
Kingborough (Tas) ALCCRF Presentation

Kingborough Lions Make Significant Donation to Childhood Cancer Research

The Lions Club of Kingborough presented $86,500 to the Australian…

Coogee Lions Club President taking on the World’s Highest Marathon for Lions

Coogee Lions Club President Sari-Elle Kraemer is taking on…

MD201’s Kindness Matters Service Award winner announced

BY EMILY WILLIAMS Marion City Lions Club from District C2…
Lions Chemo Caps

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After attending a National Lions Convention, Jenny Peacock…

Mackay Lions Rock, Pop and Mime for 40 Years

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Diversity, Inclusion & Lions Clubs

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Sydney Welcomes International Runners for Lions Charity Run

Eight runners from Australia, Canada, Poland, Germany & Ukraine…
Lions Cancer Institute for melanoma research

Lions reach major milestone for melanoma research

Melanoma is one of Australia’s most prevalent cancers with…
Free Trade Day

Hundreds of tradies give up their time to help people in need

Hundreds of tradies donated a day of their time on the 26th of…

Australia’s favourite Christmas cake has inspired a song

The festive season is just around the corner and Australia’s…

Yarrawonga Lions sew over 40,000 turbans for cancer patients

The Yarrawonga Lions Club in Victoria meet every Tuesday to sew,…

Lions Hay Run Helps Lift Spirits for Farmers

15 farming families had a reason to smile thanks to a generous…
Ethan in his green frame runner with his name on the front

ALCMF Featured on WIN NEWS

A recent WIN NEWS video shared details about an important Lions…
Lions Skin Check and Awareness Van

Lions Free Skin Checks Make a Difference

The Lions V Districts Cancer Foundation mobile skin check van…

Lions Club Supports NSW Nurses with Scholarship

At their recent March dinner meeting, the Lions Club of West…

Lions another step closer to eliminating Childhood Cancer

The Australian Lions Childhood Cancer Research Foundation (ALCCRF)…

International Peace Poster Contest Winner Presented with Award

The Booragoon Lions Club have presented National Lions Peace…
Foodback Van

Lions Fund Vital New Foodbank Delivery Van

In an inspiring show of commitment to serving those in need,…
Lions Medical Research Scholarship Recipient

Her Excellency Congratulates Lions Medical Research Foundation Scholarship Recipient

Lions Medical Research Foundation Scholarships have been offered…

Lions Hit the Catwalk for a Good Cause

BY EMILY WILLIAMS Members of Adamstown Lions Club have scrubbed…

Lions come together to help Elmore Village

Original story by Lee Walkington When the floods tore through…
Past Tense Photography - Blackbutt Bands Together 5

Lions Band Together for Bushfire and Drought Benefit

When disaster strikes, Lions' volunteers are always amongst the…

Two special ceremonies for Kellyville Lions

In a vibrant display of our community's continuity and growth,…
Diabetes care packs for Ukraine

Local Lions volunteers supporting Diabetic Ukrainian refugees

Diabetes is a key global focus for Lions Clubs and volunteers…

Lions fire up the BBQ to feed the hungry on public holiday

In the heart of Coffs Harbour, the spirit of giving did not fade…

Lions are there every step of the way in Flood Recovery

Lions Australia is celebrating our 75th Anniversary in September…
Preschool donates to ALF

Preschool donates $10,000 to ALF National Flood Appeal

The community is rallying behind the Australian Lions Foundation…

Lions bring dignity to the homeless

The Bundaberg Hinkler Lions Club are celebrating the joyful news…

International Peace Poster Contest Merit Award Winner 2022-23 Announced

It is our great pleasure to announce that Australian student…

Lions Club of Quilters Victoria stitches the world together

BY EMILY WILLIAMS The Lions Club of Quilters Victoria in District…

A special dog to assist Australians with Diabetes

The countdown is on for World Diabetes Day on Monday the 14th…

Wangi Lions Club’s Festival Celebrates its 45th Year

BY EMILY WILLIAMS In the first weekend of June, Wangi Lions…
Diabetes Care Packs for Ukraine

Lions send Care Packs to Ukrainian Refugees with Diabetes

To date, the Lions Australia Diabetes Foundation has donated…

Sydney Lions are supporting Ukrainian refugees and they need your help

In times of crisis, Lions Clubs do what they can to make a difference…

Lions Foundation doing a bloody good job

BY EMILY WILLIAMS Over the next two years, The Lions Cord…

Lions provide a little Christmas joy to NSW flood victims

When disaster strikes, Lions volunteers are the first to offer…

Lions to climb Mt. Kenya for kids in Tanzania

On August 28th, an amazing group of women will begin their 5…

A trip down Lions Road

BY EMILY WILLIAMS When setting off on a recent camping trip,…

A piece of cake…

With a new baker, the traditional Lions Christmas Cake is currently…

Q2’s Marathon Eye Screening Trip

BY EMILY WILLIAMS One in every five Australian children have…
Narooma Lions New BBQ Trailer

Narooma Lions upgrade BBQ trailer to assist in disaster relief

It was a great day for the Narooma & District Lions Club…
Fortuna Foundation

Lions Club of Whitford Donates to Mobile Laundry Van

BY EMILY WILLIAMS For many Australians, clean clothes are…
Australian Lions Childhood Cancer Research Foundation

One step closer to Zero Childhood Cancer thanks to Lions

We are one step closer to Zero Cancer thanks to Lions! Any…

Lions’ Second-hand Furniture Store Reopens in Clare

The Clare District Lions Club are celebrating the reopening of…
Lynsey McLeod

How Lions Uses Music To Aid The Young

Music can soothe a troubled mind. Tony Fawcett meets the mastermind…
Skin Cancer Van at Bunnings, South Vermont

Lions Mobile Skin Cancer Van Stops in at Vermont South Bunnings

The Lions V Districts Cancer Foundation makes a real and lasting…

Disaster Relief Australia Launch New Initiative

BY EMILY WILLIAMS When Covid-19 arrived on Australia’s doorstep…

The Countdown is on – Lions Mini-Convention starts soon!

Hundreds of Lions volunteers and community leaders are travelling…
Lugarno Lions Club support ALF

Lions rally behind Sari-Elle’s Everest challenge for Australian Lions Foundation

Lugarno Lions Club are rallying behind a fellow Lion’s Everest…
Katamatite Silo Art

Katamatite Lions fund huge Silo Art Project

Since the first appearance of silo art in 2015, regional and…

Lions Bushfire Relief in Queensland

When disaster strikes, Lions quickly mobilise to help the…
Read for Ukraine - Glenside Lions Club Bookmart

Read for Ukraine – Lions support Ukrainian Refugees

In times of crisis Lions Clubs do what they can to make a difference…

Echuca Lions Club donate to local cancer centre

BY EMILY WILLIAMS Echuca Lions Club has donated $20,000 to…

Wheelers Hill Lions Club’s Novel Idea

BY EMILY WILLIAMS With the exception of 2020, Wheelers Hill…
Free Trade Day

The business of kindness on Free Trade Day

Picture a world where families struggle without running water,…
Chloe Hua Peace Poster Merit Award

School is in session – International Peace Poster Contest

School is in session and our Lions clubs are ready to host their…

Lions Donate Vital Medical Equipment To Local Hospital

The Bellingen Lions Club has once again shown their unwavering…

A seat to support mental health

The Fraser Lions Club has introduced two yellow benches along…

Tewantin Noosa Lions Club Celebrates Milestone By Helping Those In Need

BY EMILY WILLIAMS To celebrate Tewantin Noosa Lions Club’s…
Lions volunteers give the gift of education to young non-verbal autistic boy

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As the saying goes, it takes a village to raise a child and this…

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Free Trade Day offers a lifeline as cost of living crisis hits hard

As the cost of living continues to soar, more Australians are…

Lions and Disaster Relief Australia Unite for Flood Recovery Effort

The devastating floods that hit Queensland and NSW in March this…

‘Made with Love’ by Tamborine Mountain Lions

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Australia’s favourite Christmas Cakes are back

It's almost that magical time of year again! The smell of tinsel,…

Donvale Lions Club Supports Local School Students

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Lismore Lions Club Flood Relief

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As Northern NSW braced for even more rain this week, the resilience…
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Disaster Relief Australia wins Australian Charity Award

Disaster Relief Australia, whom we support through the Lions…

Valentine Lions Club Wins Top Club Service Project Award

BY EMILY WILLIAMS The Lions Club of Valentine refer to themselves…
Australian Lions Hearing Dogs

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Lions around the country will celebrate National Hearing Dog…
Many Lions Club Sunsquirt Project

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At our recent National Convention on the Gold Coast, the Lions…
King Island Leos - Kindness Matters Award

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The Leo Club of King Island (Tasmania) and Lions Club of Melton…

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For the past two years, our nurses and frontline healthcare workers…

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Lions volunteers mobilise to support flood affected communities

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Lions Awareness Day - Coogee Lions members

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Vision-impaired get ‘In the Driver’s Seat’

For those living with a visual impairment, rarely does the opportunity…

Gilbert Valley Lions Club Supports Local School

BY EMILY WILLIAMS After three years of hard work, 20 refurbished…
WA Lions Celebrate 60 Years at Parliament House

WA Lions Celebrate 60 Years at Parliament House

Lions volunteers across Western Australia celebrated the 60th…

Adamstown Lions auctioning artworks for hope

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Nicholas Tadros

Lions to support the 10-year-old Gold Coast helicopter crash victim

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Gloucester’s ‘Shoehorn Man’ a local Lions hero

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Lions donate Blanket Warming Cabinet

Lions provide warmth and comfort to palliative care patients

Lions in Victoria have come together to provide some warmth and…
Sandy Scheltema

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Lions Sponsor Story Dogs

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Last year, the Lions Club of Canberra Valley had the pleasure…
Huddy Glubb World Dwarf Games with Lions Australia donation

Lions help 10-year-old Huddy Glubb get to World Dwarf Games in Germany

Lions have surprised Gold Coast local athletics star Huddy Glubb…
Lismore Lions Club Flood Appeal

Lions volunteers across Australia are mobilising for flood relief

When disaster strikes Lions roll up their sleeves and take action…

Lions Save Sight Foundation Celebrates Milestone Anniversary

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Torquay Lions 'Better Together'

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Lions Australia Welcomes International President Fabrício Oliveira to Sydney

Lions Clubs International President (IP) Fabrício Oliveira recently…
Licola Wilderness Village

Lions sponsor camp for Victorian flood victims

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Gubbi Gubbi Land

Lions Restore Indigenous Cultural Site

It was National Aboriginal and Islander Observance Day Committee…

Lions Receive International Acknowledgement For Overseas Aid

The Lions Club of Mooloolaba has earned the Model Club Award…

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Warrandyte Lions Club Wins Top Club Service Project Award

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Lions Winter Sleepout for Mental Health Awareness

The Richmond Lions Club have braved the cold to help people struggling…

Belmont Lions Club Support Local Homeless Community

BY EMILY WILLIAMS Many of us take basic hygiene for granted.…
Lions Recycle for Sight in PNG

Lions Recycle for Sight Project touching lives in Papua New Guinea

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75th Anniversary – Snapshots from our founding years.

With our milestone birthday in just three months, Tony Fawcett…
Haymes Paint Donate to ALF

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Lion Karen Feeds the Multitude

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Lions Bushfire Relief in Kiah

When the smoke clears, Lions are still there

Whilst the spotlight is no longer focused on the horrific Black…

The future of Lions Australia

Lions Australia’s youth programs were front and centre at the…

Past International President Brian Sheehan Visits the Sunshine Coast

In one of his last official acts as Lions Clubs International…
Lion Maria Turns 101

A Life Well Lived for 101 Year Old Lion Maria

It was a feeling of pride when Lion Maria van den Boogaard was…
Burketown Floods

Local School thanks Lions for Flood Relief Support

Not all heroes wear capes and for the isolated outback Burketown…
Gympie South Lions help flood victim

Gympie South Lions to the rescue for flood victim facing $7k fine

The Gympie South Lions Club have come to the rescue of a…