Lions Club History

I wanted to post a quick link regarding the custom lions club pin we seem to be asked about frequently here at We Belong.  The lions trading pin you see on the left is actually one that we created several years ago for a lions club several years ago.  This lions club emblem has been a center piece in our marketing brochures, website images, and even booth displays for the wide array of praise that it has received.  You can access more information on the Mother Club by clicking here (where you also can find information to purchase one of these lions club pins).  While there you can also check out a little more information about the founder of Lions Club International, Mr. Melvin Jones.

We talk a lot on here about Lions Club Pins, Lions Club Patches, Lions Club Coins, and other Lions Club Fundraising ideas, however we have yet to talk about the origins of the Lions Club. I wanted to take a minute to write a little about the Lions Club history, and it’s founder Melvin Jones. Melvin Jones was born on January 13^th, 1879, raised in Chicago, and a leader in Chicago’s business elite circle in the 1910’s and 20’s. Upon realizing the scope of his success and potential, Melvin along with fellow business associates decided to turn their ambitions toward civil service for the greater good of their communities, and thus the idea of the Lions Club was born. I encourage you to do a little research on Melvin.  His vision and dedication deserve your time. You can also see more in regards to Melvin’s Memorial here.