THE LIONS CLUB OF WESTERLY

As you may know, the Westerly Lions Club is a very successful local volunteer organization dedicated to those in need.  Although the Lions organization’s primary mission is the eradication of blindness worldwide, the Westerly Lions Club also provides assistance to the local community in times of need.

The Lions Club golf tournament is our largest fundraiser of the year.  Over the past 17 years we have raised over $150,900 from the golf tournament proceeds.  Last year we raised over $10,300, which in considering the economy we all thought it really showed how giving our sponsors and golfers really are.  Last year we donated $5,000 of our proceeds directly to the Rhode Island Lions Children with Cancer Fund.  This fund helps the unfortunate children of Rhode Island who have been stricken with cancer, and their families, with the costs of care and other non-care related expenses. Funds raised by the tournament were also redistributed to local charities and organizations such as Camp Machatea for the blind, the Bradford Johnny Cake Center, community youth sports teams, etc.  We also help the community with other needs such eye exams, eye glasses for those in need, and computers for the visually impaired.  This year we expect a similar distribution of funds to local and regional charities.

It is only through your continued support that we are able to help those in need. 

If you would like to play or become a sponsor, please contact Brian McCuin or Ken Sorensen at 401-348-5900