David Kay, 

President  David Kay 2021 to 2022

I was born in South Yorkshire, left school at 15, got gcse in English literature, also later got degree in management from Nottingham Trent University. I am 66 yrs old. Came to live in  Spain in 2016. Started volunteering in the Lions Charity Shop, joined the Lions about 3 years ago. Last year I was social secretary, before that I was Tail Twister. Became president 1st July this year, married 2 children and 2 step children.

My mission statement is: To feed the hungry and help the needy in our community and through collaboration with the town hall and other charitable organisations to help improve the lives of the less fortunate. Because I believe that no one should have to go hungry in the 21st century. Also it is my aim to lead the La Cala Lions Club into a stronger position within the community to be better able to help more people in need in the years ahead. I look forward to working with all members of La Cala Lions Club to achieve these objectives.

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Lions have a dynamic history. Founded in 1917, we are best known for fighting blindness, but we also volunteer for many different kinds of community projects - including caring for the environment, feeding the hungry and aiding seniors and the disabled.

Lions give sight. By conducting vision screenings, equipping hospitals and clinics, distributing medicine and raising awareness of eye disease, Lions work toward their mission of providing vision for all. We have extended our commitment to sight conservation through countless local efforts and through our international SightFirst Program, which works to eradicate blindness.

Lions serve youth. Our community projects often support local children and schools through scholarships, recreation and mentoring. Internationally, we offer many programs, including the Peace Poster Contest, Youth Camps and Exchange and Lions Quest. 

Our Leo Program provides the youth of the world with an opportunity for personal development through volunteering. There are approximately 144,000 Leos and 5,700 Leo clubs in more than 140 countries worldwide.

Lions award grants. Since 1968, the Lions Clubs International Foundation (LCIF) has awarded more than US$700 million in grants to support Lions humanitarian projects around the world. LCIF was also ranked the number one nongovernmental organization in a 2007 study by The Financial Times.

Lions help during disasters. Together, our Foundation and Lions are helping communities following natural disasters by providing for immediate needs such as food, water, clothing and medical supplies – and aiding in long-term reconstruction.

Lions are active. Our motto is "We Serve." Lions are part of a global service network, doing whatever is necessary to help our local communities.

Lions Clubs International is the world's largest service club organization with more than 1.4 million members in approximately 46,000 clubs in more than 200 countries and geographical areas around the world.