I am dedicating my year of service to the memory and honor of my mentor and
friend Lion Fred Knight. He selected as a theme for the year "keep the wheels of
Lionism turning". I will with great pride use that theme throughout the coming
year. Fred chose a school bus for his pin to symbolize the turning wheels.
Because we both retired from the school system I will use his design for my pin.
DISTRICT GOVERNOR RICHARD McMILLAN
Welcome to the world of Lionism from your friends in District 29-L. We hope you find this an interesting and informative site where we "Keep the Wheels of Lionism Turning".
District 29-L is located in northwestern West Virginia and is composed of 49 clubs in 25 counties. we are serving the needs of communities from Hancock to Calhoun and Monongalia to Wood counties. Our primary service is sight. We help those who cannot afford glasses or eye surgeries. Secondary is the great work our clubs do that improves the quality of life or meets special needs in their community.
If you would like to be part of an organization that serves sight and humanitarian needs in over 200 countries, working through community based clubs, that put into practice the "We Serve" motto, contact a Lion. If there is no Lions Club in your vicinity and you want to be a part of this dynamic organization, contact a Lions District Governor near you or go to lionsclub.org on the web. Lions Club are a place where everyone can serve.
Many baby boomers wanted to change the world in the 60's & 70's. Now that they are retired or nearing retirement there are great opportunities for them in Lions clubs to make a real difference in their community or the world. Dr. Albert Schweitzer once said, "the only people who will be really happy are those who have sought and found how to serve". Now you can change the world and be happy when you give of yourself to help those less fortunate than you.
Lion clubs are encouraged to be family friendly, a place where Dad, Mom, and children can join together and serve side by side. There are special dues rates for adult family members residing at the same address.
We hope our website has tweaked your interest in Lionism. Check the other West Virginia Lions websites to find out more about what Lions are doing in our state.
Remember, "really happy people have learned how to serve". If we all serve together, we can share the joy and "keep the Wheels of Lionism Turning".
Hope you will enjoy our website, Please feel free to stop back any time will be up-dating all the time or E-Mail the IT Chairperson: Lion Dave Ice at: iceman9686@comcast.net
or Fax :(304) 459-3042
District Governor's Bio
District Governor Richard has been a Lion for 30 years. Has served as President, Vice-President, Secretary, Tail-Twister and on the Board of Directors of Doddridge County Lions Club. On District level he has served as Zone Chairman and Vice-District Governor. He has received a BS Degree in Agriculture and an MS Degree in Agriculture Education from WVU. Previous work experience included Star Furniture Store: Ag Ed teacher for Calhoun & Doddridge County Board of Education. Served in numerous capacities in community service to Doddridge County Fair Board and other Doddridge County community programs. District Governor Lion Richard is married to Lion Patricia, They have two sons and one granddaughter.
DISTRICT GOVERNOR'S GOALS FOR 2007 - 2008
1. 50 MEMBER GROWTH IN EXISTING CLUBS
2. AT LEAST 3 NEW CLUBS. THIS IS ATTAINABLE, MAYBE EVEN 8
3. 100% OF CLUBS SUPPORT SIGHT FIRST II
4. EVERY CLUB SPONSOR OR SUPPORT A YOUTH PROGRAM