Payson Lions Accomplishments 2022-2023
"Together We Serve"
PROJECTS
- Conducted eye screenings for 1230 students at Payson Elementary, Payson Christian, Julia Randall, Rim Country Middle School, Pine & Strawberry school.
- Approved 77 applications for eye exams and glasses
- Provided Application Fees for 3 hearing aids through Miracle Ear
- Collected and recycled over 2,000 pair of eye glasses and 14 hearing aids
- Supplied over 30 suitcases complete with toiletries for kids in care of AZ Department of Child Safety.
- Provided $10,000 in scholarships for seniors at Payson High and students in Gila Community College
- Road Clean up –designated section of Hwy 260 - twice
- Rodeo Parade entry – showcased our club
- Electric Light Parade entry - Thank You to the Community for all the support
- Provided Christmas gifts to 80 seniors in care homes in Payson
FUNDRAISERS
- As owners of the Fly the Flag program, we purchase, install and fly the US flag for over 100 residents and businesses in town on patriotic holidays and memorial events.
- Bake Sale raised over $500
- See’s Candies Sales raised over $600
- Historic Ornament Series -1 & 2 raised over $1500
- Gone to the Dogs - raised over $2500
- Conducted Estate Sales assisting families in time of need by providing revenue from the sale of items and assisting Lions to fund local programs.
DONATIONS
- Food Bank
- Warming Shelter
- Leader Dogs
- Dueker Ranch
- Bikers Against Child Abuse
- Payson Care Center
- Vets Helping Vets
- Payson Military Honor Guard
- Lions Project for Canine Companions
- Tonto Rim Search & Rescue
- Lions Camp Tatiyee
- AVID & DEA Clubs Payson High School
- Humane Society
