The ideal was one of service as a group to their fellow men without regard to politics, religion, race or in any way the personal interests of the members. This was heralded as a departure from the then current trend of forming clubs mainly for commercial motives. A conference was called and some 25 independent clubs responded and the Lions organization was born.
From the start, the emphasis has been on SERVICE in all forms to less
fortunate members of the community. The club constitution, as recommended
by the Association, may be adapted by the local club to suit its own
particular needs within the Association and International
Constitutions.