District 26-M3 Lions Welcome You!
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Lions of Missouri District M3 Announce 2026 Convention — “Down by the River”
Harvester, MO — March 20–21, 2026 — Lions Clubs from across Missouri District M3 will gather for
their annual district convention, themed “Down by the River.” The two-day event will combine service,
fellowship, and leadership development — all at one of the lowest registration costs in the state.
This year’s convention will include two community service projects: assembling diabetes awareness
kits and creating food pantry recipe sacks to support local families in need. Instead of collecting items,
Lions may donate directly, and the committee will take care of the shopping to make participation
simple.
Attendees will enjoy a lineup of motivating speakers and innovative programs, including a successful
drug education program, a placenta program supporting burn victims, and more. Special international
guest Lion Liz Crooke of California, a former District Governor Group Leader known for her enthusiasm
and energy, will also attend.
The Harvester Lions Club will host Friday’s hospitality night and Saturday’s main convention events,
with hotel accommodations at the Drury Inn. Lions are encouraged to wear Lions shirts or
boating/fishing attire in keeping with the “Down by the River” theme — even for the banquet dinner.
Additional highlights include the Parade of Banners, Club Service Presentations, Memorial Service,
District Elections, Silent Auction (Friday night through Saturday 2 p.m.), and the announcement of next
year’s convention site.
“This convention celebrates the spirit of service and fellowship that defines who we are as Lions,” said
[Convention Chair]. “We’re proud to offer an affordable, meaningful, and fun experience for all Lions —
especially our first-timers.”
For more information and registration forms, visit Missouri District M3 on Facebook.
About Us
Since 1917, Lions Clubs have offered people an opportunity to give something back to their communities.
Lions Clubs have always embraced those willing to do something to improve the world around them.
Today Missouri’s approximately 350 statewide clubs and 9,000+ members join the list of 1.4 Million members in 50,000 clubs in 751 districts in 210 countries and geographical areas.
Our programs are continually changing to meet new needs and greater demands, but our mission has never wavered.
What Lions Do
When it comes to meeting challenges, our response is simple: We serve. In 210 countries, in hospitals and senior centers, in regions battered by natural disaster, in schools and in eyeglass recycling centers, Lions are at work, helping, leading, planning and supporting. Because we're local, we can serve the unique needs of the communities we live in. And because we're global, we can address challenges that go beyond borders.
We want everyone to see a better tomorrow. That's why we support sight programs and services including vision screenings, eye banks and eyeglass recycling. Provide eye care services to those at risk of losing their sight. And raise donations through campaigns like SightFirst and Campaign SightFirst II.
We believe everyone deserves a healthy life. From providing health programs that focus on hearing loss to supporting efforts to control and prevent diabetes, we're working to improve the health of children and adults around the world.
We empower the next generation. Whether it's providing volunteer and leadership experiences in a Leo club or sharing a message of peace through our Peace Poster contest, our youth programs invest in the future by reaching out to young people.
We serve local communities – and protect the planet. From performing hands-on service projects to providing emergency assistance, our community and environment programs improve our communities – and protect the environment
How To Join
Welcome! We're pleased that you're interested in Lions. To become a Lion, you must be of legal majority-age, good moral character and good reputation in your community.
Membership is by invitation. If you're interested in being invited to join an existing Lions club:
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Look for a club near you.
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Contact the club and express your interest.
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Ask if you can attend a meeting to learn more about the club and its service projects.
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At the meeting, ask about becoming a member.
Upcoming Events!
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June 24-28, 2022 |
International Convention |
Montreal, Quebec |
Aug 6th Brainstorming get together in the basement of Mexico Courthouse, social 9 am, brainstorming 9:30 am. Mission Possible theme, spy outfits, outfit prizes, trivian brainstorming and lots of fun.
Nov 5th Brainstorming get together in the basement of the Mexico Courthouse, social 9 am, brainstorming 9:30 am with Super Hero and Super Power theme.
Feb 11th Brainstorming get together in the basement of the Mexico Courthouse, social 9 am brainstorming 9:30 am with Sports teams we love themel
March 25-26 Celebration of Service at the Drury Plaza, Columbia, MO
May 13 District Picnic Mexico, MO
Recent Service Projects
The St. Charles Lions Club Excites 3rd Graders
In early September the St. Charles Lions Club went to 13 schools in the St. Charles area, and presented 720 third grade students and teachers in 36 classrooms with dictionaries. This is an annual project in which club members visit each class to talk briefly about Lions, and then talk about the dictionary itself, as well as the extensive material at the back of the book. The excitement in the faces and voices of the kids, and the appreciation of the teachers, made this service project a huge success!!
Centenial Success Starts with Service
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