Lions Clubs International District 105SC Charity Trust

Lions Clubs International District 105SC Charity Trust, consolidated in July 2019 from predecessor trusts and rooted in the global Lions movement, operates across central southern England through 56 local Lions Clubs. Its core mission is to relieve human suffering, advance health, support youth, and address urgent social needs via volunteer-driven grantmaking and service projects. Guided by values of integrity, fellowship, transparency, and maximum charitable impact—all donations fund causes directly, with zero administrative overhead—it embodies the Lions' century-old ethos of collective action, ethical standards, and community engagement.

The Trust prioritizes broad humanitarian themes, including youth opportunities (e.g., District Youth Trust Fund, vision screening with sight cameras), blindness prevention and disability support (Sightsavers, Dentaid), disaster relief (LCIF appeals), water and sanitation (WaterAid), and aid for global emergencies (UNICEF/EduKits). It backs projects benefiting children, youth, elderly, disabled individuals, and at-risk communities, favoring interventions with wide reach, Lions volunteer involvement, and alignment to global priorities like health, welfare, and hardship relief. Beneficiaries span small groups to major international charities, selected via internal Lions networks rather than open calls.

Unsolicited applications are not accepted; funding arises from Lions campaigns, partnerships, or trustee recommendations, with no eligibility restrictions on entity type, income, or geography (though primarily England-focused with national/international scope). Trustees meet ad hoc to allocate project-specific grants of £300–£5,000 (larger for major appeals), excluding core/unrestricted funding, government supplements, or non-Lions-linked activities. Its distinctive edge lies in seamless global Lions integration, enabling leveraged responses and volunteer-led impact that sets it apart from generalist funders.