SERVICE PROJECTS
Alum Can Recycling: Steven Stocker 630-302-8888 sdmm615@aol.com
The LW Lions have established a comprehensive can recycling program within the Leisure World community.
The Lions have recycling containers at: Rec 1, Rec 2 , Rec 3 and at the LW Broadway exit recycle center. The
aluminum cans are brought to the recycle center for cash which is distributed to charities and the end of the
Lions fiscal year.
Book Fair: Anita Robinson 719-238-9268 anitadr07@yahoo.com
Mesa LW Lions distributes books for each child in Jefferson Elementary School (Tile 1). The school librarian
ensures the books are age and interest appropriate for each grade. The books are presented by grade level
during the 'book fair, youngest children choose first. 90% of the children are below the poverty level. For
many, these books are the only ones they’ve ever owned.
Collect books: Carolin Lowy 480-641-4626 carolinlowy@outlook.com
Carolin Lowy is the point of collection for used books, which are picked up by Sunshine Acres and sold by the
pound to raise funds for both Sunshine Acres and Camp Tatiyee. Carolin also coordinates with LW library and
residents to receive their unwanted books.
Collect Cell phones – eyeglasses – hearing aids:
Don Steffan 480-664-3069 arizonadon3@gmail.com
The Leisure World Lions collect used; eyeglasses, cell phones and hearing aids in LW. Flip phones are given
to Family Advocacy (women's shelters). Used hearing aids and glasses are able to be recycled to people who
can use them.
Collect Food/Hygiene: Linda Grissom 602-568-4629 lcgrissom@cox.net
Each week, the Leisure World Lions collect non-perishable food items to be distributed to local food banks for
for those in need. The donation box is located inside the front entrance of the Admin building.
The following items are collected for the New Hope Community Center - hygiene items such as: toothbrush,
toothpaste, wash cloths, soap, shampoo, razors, shave cream and other items which will be distributed to
those in need.
Coat Drive: Becky Moltz 501-258-9926 becky.moltz55@gmail.com
Lion Becky will be collecting coats during the month of November.
Full English afternoon tea at Lion Carolin's home $17.50 per person limit 12 guests.
International themed dinner served at Lion Carolin's home $250.00 for 8 guests (wine NOT included).
These events are offered to all Leisure World residents. Lion Carolin pays for all the food so Lions get the full
amount charged. A fun way to raise funds.
The Leisure World Lions have a combined fund raising and service project in the form of organizing and
running estate sales and/or estate distribution for residents who are moving. The furniture, fabric contents
(bedding, towels, clothes), hygiene items and miscellaneous household items are distributed between
Sunshine Acres-a non-profit group home for 80+ foster children and Bridging AZ to help homeless vets. All
unsold items are donated to charity.
Flags for Kids: Kathy Hilger 763-670-0804 hilgerk@yahoo.com
LW Lions Club participate at local elementary schools assembly to teach the students the meaning behind the
words of the Pledge of Allegiance. Each child receives a small US flag and each classroom is given a larger
flag. The goal of the project is lay a foundation for patriotism in our children.
Fly the Flag Program: Allanah Courson 951-833-6798 thecutestcourson@gmail.com
Install and display full-size US flags at 600+ resident homes and LW campus and LW 3 entry gates. Over
5000 residents and visitors see thes pariotic dislays and have responded with positive comments. Several
lions donate additional time scheduling flags, flag replacement and repair. All funds are donated to various
charities.
Food Drive: Bob Sharkey 480-389-8109 skey6@cox.com
Bill Dean 689-4982 billdean13usa@gmail.com
Bob coordinates the fall and spring (October & March) food collection held at the Rec one parking lot. All food
and money raised during this event will go to the New Hope Community Center of Mesa.
Golf Tournament: Dennis Heimpel 480-262-7535 drheimpel@hotmail.ca
The annual Lions Golf Tournament is a social event open to all Leisure World resident golfers who would like
to participate. Lion volunteers are involved in the planning and preparations for the tournament. This event
includes raffle ticket sales to raise income for charities.
Mailbox Painting: Patti Schmaltz 701-212-7577 schmaltz.patti@gmail.com
Clean and repaint mailboxes and add new house numbers in the Leisure World community. This is a
fundraiser with all monies being donated at the end of the Lions fiscal year. Paint SRP electrical boxes.
Pancake Breakfast: Dennis Heimpel 480-262-7535 drheimpel@hotmail.ca
The Lions Club hosts a pancake breakfast to all residents on the Tuesday (Fat Tuesday) before Lent. The
Lion's do all of the preperation, cooking and clean up for this event. All of the procedes go to various charities.
Parade of Homes: Jill Vicchy Heimpel 480-213-9489 illvicchy@hotmail.com
Vickie Bickle 612-770-7242 v.bickle@mchsi.com
The Lions Parade of Homes has approx 6-8 Leisure World residents who have recently remodeled their homes and allow their homes to be open to the public for three hours. The REMAX office of Leisure World sells tickets to raise funds for the Lions and the Lions provide volunteers at the homes during the open hours.
Pen Pal Program: Becky Moltz 501-258-9926 becky.moltz55@gmail.com
Lions correspond monthly with an 4th grade elementary class to encourage reading and writing skills. The
letters are collected and delivered to the teacher one month and club responses are sent the next month.
These are short letters.
Santa Parade- Christmas: Craig Mills 480-821-0095 wcmclm@hotmail.com
Each year Leisure World holds a Santa Parade in December. The parade consists of community members in
decorated motorized vehicles that travel a specific route through LW ending with Santa arriving at Rec 1. The
Lions provide parade route traffic control. This is a service activity.
School Supplies: Bob Sharkey 480-389-8109 skey6@cox.com
Anita Robinson 719-238-9268 anitadr07@yahoo.com
A collection of school supplies for Jefferson Elementary School will be collected during June an July. The
school provides a list of items need. Drop supplies at Lion Anita Robinson's home #1769.
School Vision Screening: Kathy Knapke 904-495-9384 kkapke5@gmail.com
Vision screening for KidSight is a preliminary test to identify students who may have a sight problem or
possible medical condition. The team members are trained to use the SPOT equipment and screening
machines owned by the club. The students with vision problems are referred to an ophthalmologist for further
examination and treatment. The club also provides money to the Vision Center to help pay for corrective
glasses.
Themed Dinner: Barb/Alan Yapp 480-218-5782 mrb324@q.com
This event contains a dinner, entertainment, raffle and auction. The money raised from this event is given to
specific charities (vets and/or food shelf)
Tablecloth Rentals: Carolin Lowy 480-641-4626 carolinlowy@outlook.com
Tablecloths are available for rent to organizations and clubs within Leisure World who host parties of varying
sizes throughout the season. At many of these events the hosts prefer the use of tablecloths. Our Lions’ Club
purchased heavy vinyl tablecloths to fit the round tables used in Leisure World. We rent these repeatedly
throughout the season, cleaning them between each use. This is a combined service and fund-raising activity.
Veterans’ Breakfast: Dennis Heimpel 480-262-7535 drheimpel@hotmail.ca
All veterans are invited to join us for breakfast on the Tuesday before Veterans Day. Each year, our club hosts
a breakfast inviting all Leisure World veterans to attend at no charge. The breakfast program honors all military
veterans in our community. The breakfast is always well attended.
Miscellaneous Projects
Camp Tatiyee: PCC Bill Menard 928-699-9646 wlm1@cox.net
A camp for physically challenged children who are able to attend for one week with no cost to the parents.
Camp Tatiyee is located in the Pinetop AZ area. LW Lions sponsors children and contributes funds towards
camp upkeep
