Abstract: Starting from the times of barter system to today’s modern era of plastic money, the mankind has

trodden a remarkably long path. Undoubtedly “profitability” has always been the driving force and an

undercurrent behind all this development; but as every coin has two facets; growing cut throat competition and

business rivalries started taking heavy toll on the quality, transparency, environment and the society in general

endangering the peaceful coexistence of business and society. The businesses houses started realizing that they

would have to rise over and above the profitability and take care of all those associated with their survival in

the society directly or indirectly. This realization resulted into the concept of Corporate Social Responsibility

(CSR). This research paper moves around developing an understanding about the corporate social

responsibility (CSR).

Keywords: Corporate citizenship, Corporate social responsibility, Employee, Productivity, Profitability,

NGO are non-profit making agencies that are constituted with a vision by a group of

like minded people, committed for the uplift of the poor, marginalized, unprivileged,

underprivileged, impoverished, downtrodden and the needy and they are closer and

accessible to the target groups. flexible in administration, quicker in decision

making, timely in action and facilitating the people towards self-reliance ensuring

their fullest participation in the whole process of development. The

Achievements and success of NGOs in various fields and the excellent work done

by them in specific areas is no doubt a tremendous task that has helped to meet the changing needs of the social system.
However, in spite of its achievements in various

fields, NGOs are facing different problems which differ from organization to

organization, region to region. In this context, an attempt is made in this paper to

discuss some of the common problems faced by the NGOs and to give some

remedies to overcome these problems.

Executive Summary

The report is about study of CSR activity & NGO management in India, how NGOs

work for social problems.

Literature Review

The concept of CSR originated in the 1950‘s in the USA but it became prevalent in early 1970s . At
that time US had lots of social problems like poverty, unemployment and pollution. Consequently a huge fall in

the prices of Dollar was witnessed. Corporate Social Responsibility became a matter of utmost importance for

diverse groups demanding change in the business. During the 1980‘s to 2000, corporations recognized and

started accepting a responsibility towards society. Corporate social responsibility (CSR) focuses on the wealth

creation for the optimal benefit of all stakeholders – including shareholders, employees, customers, environment

and society. The term stakeholder, means all those on whom an organization's performance and activities have

some impact either directly or indirectly. This term was used to describe corporate owners beyond shareholders

as a result of a book titled Strategic management: a stakeholder approach by R. Edward Freeman in the year

1984. 1

According to Bowen, ―CSR refers to the obligations of businessmen to pursue those policies to make

those decisions or to follow those lines of relations which are desirable in terms of the objectives and values of

our society. ― 2

Frederick (1960) stated ‗Social responsibility means that businessmen should oversee the
operation of an economic system that fulfills the expectations of the people.‘ .

3 Davis (1960) argued that social

responsibility is a nebulous idea but should be seen in a managerial context. He asserted that some socially

responsible business decisions can be justified by a long, complicated process of reasoning as having a good

chance of bringing long-run economic gain to the firm, thus paying it back for its socially responsible outlook

(p. 70). 4 An ideal CSR has both ethical and philosophical dimensions, particularly in India where there exists a

wide gap between sections of people in terms of income and standards as well as socio-economic status (Bajpai,

2001) 5

. Goyder(2003) argues: ―Industry in the 20th century can no longer be regarded as a private arrangement

for enriching shareholders. It has become a joint enterprise in which workers, management, consumers, the

locality, govt. and trade union officials all play a part. If the system which we know by the name private

enterprise is to continue, some way must be found to embrace many interests whom we go to make up industry

in a common purpose.‖ ). 6 CSR implies some sort of commitment, through corporate policies and action. This
operational view of CSR is reflected in a firm‘s social performance, which can be assessed by how a firm

manages its societal relationships, its social impact and the outcomes of its CSR policies and actions (Wood,

1991).

Research Methodology

Exhaustive literature survey regarding the topic and related concepts has been done. Secondary data inclusive

of quantitative and qualitative data as well collected from various sources including books, research papers,

newspapers, magazines, and websites is used for the purpose of study.

II. Concentric Circle & CSR

In 1971, the Committee for Economic Development issued a report throwing light on different

dimensions of responsibilities to be fulfilled by the corporate. The responsibilities of corporations are described

consisting of three concentric circles.

(a) Inner Circle: Clear cut, basic responsibilities for the efficient execution of the economic function, products,

jobs and economic growth.

(b) Intermediate Circle: Encompasses responsibility to exercise this economic function with a sensitive
awareness of changing social values and priorities.

Eg. With respect to environmental conservation, hiring and relations with employees, expectation of customers

for information, safety factors, etc.

(c) The Outer Circle: Newly emerging and still amorphous responsibilities that business should assume to

become more broadly involved in actively improving the social environment.

III. Classification of Social Responsibility

3.1 Responsibility towards itself

It is the responsibility of each corporate entity run business and to work towards growth, expansion and

stability and thus earn profits. If the corporation is to achieve social and economic ends, organizational

efficiency should be boosted up.

3.2 Responsibility towards Employees

Employees are the most important part of an organization. Following are some of the responsibilities

which a business entity has towards its employees-

 Timely payment
 Hygienic environment

 Good and impartial behavior

 Health care through yoga

 Recreational activities

 Encouraging them to take part in managerial decisions

3.3 Responsibility towards shareholders

It is the responsibility of corporate entity to safeguard the shareholders‘ investment and make efforts to

provide a reasonable return on their investment.

3.4 Responsibility towards state

Out of the profit available, the state is entitled to a certain share as per the income tax laws. Utmost

transparency has to be exerted regarding the profit &loss account and the balance sheet.

3.5 Responsibility towards consumers

The Company should maintain high quality standards at reasonable prices. It should not resort to
malpractices such as hoarding and blackmarketing.

3.6 Responsibility towards environment

It is the responsibility of the organization to contribute to the protection of environment. It should produce

eco -friendly products. Moreover, industrial waste management must be taken care of.

4. Social Responsibility Models

There are some models which describe the evolution and scope of social orientation of companies. Notable

ones include Carroll‘s model, 8 Halal‘s model 9

and Ackerman‘s model 10

(a) Carroll’s Model

Archie B. Carroll has defined CSR as the complete range of duties business has towards the society.

He has proposed a 3-d conceptual model of corporate performance. According to Carroll, a firm has the

following four categories of obligations of corporate performance.

Economic: The firm being an economic entity, its primary responsibility is to satisfy economic needs of the

society and generation of surplus for rewarding the investors and further expansion and diversification.
 Legal: The laws of the land and international laws of trade and commerce has to be followed and complied

with.

 Ethical: Ethical responsibilities are norms which the society expects the business to observe like not

resorting to hoarding and other malpractices.

 Discretionary: Discretionary responsibilities refer to the voluntary contribution of the business to the social

cause like involvement in community development or other social projects pertaining to health and

awareness of the masses.

(b) Halal’s model

Halal‘s return on resource model of corporate performance recognizes the fact that the corporate social

responsiveness is a quite difficult task as no corporate posture is value free. A firm can only attempt to form a

workable coaliation among groups having diverse interests, engaged in creating value for distribution among

members of coalition. The social issues may become conflicting beyond a certain level of economic activity.

The coordination between economic and ethical decisions is necessary so that the future of the firm and
shareholders may be safeguarded.

(c)Ackerman’s model

This model defines CSR in three different phases

First phase - Top management recognizes social problem

Second phase – The company appoints staff specialists to look into the issue and find measures to tackle it

Third phase - Implementation of the strategy derived by the specialists

IV. Corporate Social Responsibility as a Strategy

CSR needs a proper and step by step implementation. Andrew (1980) 11 has developed an approach to the

question of strategic choice. His four key questions suggest the approach that companies may follow in

determining their level of CSR activity.

Those four questions are following :

a. Determining Organizational Competencies: what can we do?

b. Looking at Industry threats and opportunities: what might we do?

c. Examining the values of key implementers: what do we want to do?

d. Determining the social responsibility: what ought we to be doing? 5

By finding out answers to these questions managerial decisions can be molded towards serving a strategic

need. This means CSR in practical terms is an ongoing process, constantly monitoring the environment and inter

and intra firm relationships. Burke Lee and Jeanne M. Logsdon (1996) 12 suggest that there are five dimensions

of corporate strategy that are critical to the success of CSR process in terms of value creation by the firm. They

are :

a. Centrality - CSR initiative activities should be close to the firm's mission and objectives.

b. Specificity- Strategic CSR initiatives should specifically benefit the firm. The firm should be able to capture

the benefits of CSR initiatives.

c. Proactivity- CSR initiatives should focus on the dynamics of stakeholder expectations i.e. to capture the

changes in socio-environmental , political and technological factors.

d. Voluntarism- CSR decisions should be discretionary and thus they should be taken up by the firm

voluntarily.
e. Visibility- Strategic CSR initiative should build firm‘s image and add up to the goodwill by creating positive

media attention. It can also mitigate negative image of the firm.

The linkage between strategy and CSR is quite noticeable. As strategy implies choice there exists many

opportunities to not only generate multiple options but also the choice between different modes of action, in a

manner to attain corporate objectives more effectively. The question of trade-off rests between a body corporate

defining a path of action that is governed by the need and desire for profits and social responsibility as well . A

managerial decision- making grid can be thought of to help corporate generate multiple options.

Corporate Social Responsibility becomes strategic when it fetches substantial economic benefits to the

firm, in particular, supporting the core business activities and thereby contributing to the accomplishment of its

mission in the optimal manner enriching the firm and the society as well.

WHAT IS CSR ?

The voluntary compliance of social and ecological responsibility of companies is

called Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR).

Corporate social responsibility is basically a concept whereby companies decide

voluntarily to contribute to a better society and a cleaner environment. Corporate social

responsibility is represented by the contributions undertaken by companies to society

through its business activities and its social investment. This is also to connect the

Concept of sustainable development to the company‘s level.

Over the last years an increasing number of companies worldwide started promoting

their Corporate Social Responsibility strategies because the customers, the public and

the investors expect them to act sustainable as well as responsible. In most cases CSR

is a result of a variety of social, environmental and economic pressures.

The Term Corporate Social Responsibility is imprecise and its application differs.

CSR can not only refer to the compliance of human right standards, labor and social

security arrangements, but also to the fight against climate change, sustainable

management of natural resources and consumer protection.

The concept of Corporate Social Responsibility was first mentioned 1953 in the

publication ‗Social Responsibilities of the Businessman‘ by William J. Bowen. However,

the term CSR became only popular in the 1990s, when the German Betapharm, a

generic pharmaceutical company decided to implement CSR. The generic market is

characterized by an interchangeability of products. In 1997 a halt in sales growth led the

company to the realization that in the generic drugs market companies could not

differentiate on price or quality. This was the prelude for the company to adopt CSR as

an expression of the company‘s values and as a part of its corporate strategies. By

using strategic and social commitment for families with chronically ill children children,

Betapharm took a strategic advantage.

In July 2001, the European Commission decided to launch a consultative paper

on Corporate Social Responsibility with the title „Promoting a European Framework for

Corporate Social Responsibility―. This paper aimed to launch a debate on how the

European Union could promote Corporate Social Responsibility at both the European

and international level.

The paper further aimed to promote CSR practices, to ensure the credibility of

CSR claims as well as to provide coherence in public policy on CSR.

IMPORTANCE OF CSR?

Corporate social responsibility (CSR) plays a major role in developing the

economy of a country. It can be defined as the way in which a company manages

various business entities to produce an impact on the society. Companies with high

CSR standards are able to demonstrate their responsibilities to the stock holders,

employees, customers, and the general public.

Business organizations that have high corporate social responsibility standards

can attract staff thereby reducing employee turnover and cost of recruitment. What is

the importance of corporate social responsibility? Anyone can give a clear answer to

this question. Companies voluntarily contribute a large sum of money to make a better

society and a clean environment. Corporate social responsibility is a process in which

all companies come together as one and take part in the welfare of the society. Many
organizations conduct campaigns to create awareness among corporate, civic bodies,

and government bodies about the importance of corporate social responsibility.

Many national and multinational firms are booming in various developing

countries. But at the same time, these countries suffer social challenges such as

poverty, corruption, population growth, etc. Therefore, it is important for all companies to

strive together and adapt corporate social responsibility standards to make the society

better than before. An organization can exhibit a better image in the society if it cares for

its employees and involve them in social activities. The responsibilities of an

organization may range from providing small donations to executing bigger projects for

the welfare of the society. Many business houses around the world show their

commitment to corporate social responsibility.

What is the importance of corporate social responsibility? The answer lies in two things:

1) organizations understanding their role in developing a society and

2) awareness among business houses, corporate bodies, and the people. Versatile,
profitable, and dynamic businesses are the driving forces that build the economy of the

country. We must remember that the growth of a country purely depends on the growth

of the society and the people in the society

BENEFITS OF CSR

Organizations of all sizes are rapidly discovering that Corporate Social

Responsibility (CSR) and sustainable business practices can foster improved green

programs and overall environmental stewardship.

Today, we are seeing increased awareness and active participation by business

professionals in the development of CSR policies. Organizations are increasingly more

involved in green initiatives by adopting sustainable processes and practices, adapting

products and services to the low-carbon economy and innovating in all areas their

business. The net positive on reducing waste, designing green buildings, implementing

green operations and maintenance plans — all have continually proven to yield a

positive return on investment (ROI).

CSR has come to rely on a more complex set of factors than corporate

governance alone, and likewise also depends on sustainable development,

environmental impact and supply chain management.

The development of the new carbon trading markets, verified emission

reductions (VERs), also known as carbon offsets, and renewable energy credits

(REC‘s), it has become easier for organizations to create and measure direct ROI from

CSR. Likewise, CSR efforts have shown to yield measurable returns in waste reduction,

improved efficiency, diminished liabilities, improved community relations, and brand

recognition.

Through communicating clear and measurable sustainability objectives and the

implementation of practical and equally functional corporate governance mechanisms,

organizations are realizing that they can have a achieve ROI through their sustainability

efforts.
Integral strategies in ensuring substantive long-term results include:

 Define path of progress in CSR and strategically manage expected organizational

outcomes

 Ensure basic CSR values are culturally integrated across the organization

 Adopt an effective engagement strategy with stakeholders to create buyer awareness

and loyalty

 Properly map organizational objectives and critical success indicators with CSR

performance metrics

Innovative organizations that understand the value of CSR work to create a corporate

culture in which each employee is committed to doing his or her part to improve the

environment. According to Forrester Research , effective CSR and sustainability

practices within large companies have been shown to contribute to a profit increase up

to 35 percent.

What’s Your ROI?

There are proven methodologies that demonstrate ROI benefits to CSR. A partial
summary of such strategies has been outlined below and reflect best practices in the

implementation of successful CSR programs designed to drive improved operational

performance and net positive ROI.

Business Benefit: Improving Operational Efficiency

Perhaps the strongest — and best documented — argument for engaging

employees in environmental practices is the connection between CSR involvement and

increased operational efficiency. Front-line employees are often in the best position to

identify inefficiencies and propose improvements. Educating employees on CSR can

improve profitability by supporting greater efficiency through less waste, water and

energy usage.

Business Benefit: Innovation

Employee E&S education is also a source of innovation and savings resulting

from the development of new product and service lines as well as new technologies,
materials or processes that reduce water, energy usage or harmful materials.

Business Benefit: Supply Chain Management

Educating employees on sustainability practices throughout the supply chain can

lead to greater efficiencies and help build collaboration to meet sustainability, quality

and other goals. It can also strengthen relationships between a company and its

suppliers by aligning values and objectives.

Business Benefit: Financial Responsibility

We are seeing an unprecedented level of government programs and initiatives

designed to drive corporate decision-making within markets that include manufacturing,

construction, etc., to invest in implementing practical and measurable green building

design, construction, operations, and maintenance solutions.

In many cases, the good news is that implementation of sustainable operations can

drive increased efficiency through reductions in energy consumption, implementation of

building maintenance methodologies that are often cost neutral, and decreasing the cost of workspaces through use of
recycled furniture while changing too low–use

lighting (which provides eco-friendly work environments), to name a few.

Government subsidies and incentives often further complement and reward

efforts to develop and implement successful sustainable operations and maintenance

programs. Nearly all of the points needed for LEED Certification (40 points) can be

achieved through the energy and atmosphere category (35 points). It is by far the

largest category within the rating system, and emphasizes the combination of energy

performance and renewable energy, which has shown can lower costs by up to

50percent in the first year alone.

It is widely accepted that green building occupants are healthier and much more

productive in their work. With an average of 90 percent of Americans spending more of

their time indoors, green buildings often have better indoor air quality and lighting,

among other key advantages

Measuring the impact of CSR in achieving social and environmental goals can be

difficult, but is becoming more common if not expected within corporations, often as a

factor of CSR. Typically in business, what gets measured gets managed, and as long as

the right metrics system is created and data is tracked accurately, almost any

environmental CSR initiative can yield positive results.

There seems to be a direct correlation between the implementation of effective

green programs and design of green buildings to improved office worker productivity

and employee morale, while driving efficiencies and reduced consumption.

Innovative, forward-thinking companies have learned that they must be fully

committed to strategic initiatives that are directly tied to their business‘ core

competencies (or those of clients, employees, etc.). The advantages of doing so

through an effective CSR program, such as building brand recognition, realizing

increased sales and fostering trust with employees and community, can be achieved as

a win-win in almost all situations. With committed leadership and a strategic approach
most companies can find a substantial ROI benefit in CSR.

NGO Introduction

Lions Club International

Lions Clubs International, a service membership organization of over 1.4 million members worldwide (as of April 2015),
was founded in Evansville, Indiana on 24 October 1916 by Dr. William Perry Woods and subsequently evolved as an
international service organization under the guidance and supervision of its Secretary, Melvin Jones. In 1917, Melvin
Jones, was a 38-year-old Chicago business leader who told members of his local business club they should reach beyond
business issues and address the betterment of their communities and the world. Jones' group, the Business Circle of
Chicago, agreed. After contacting similar groups around the United States, an organizational meeting was held on June 7,
1917, in Chicago, Illinois, USA. The Business Circle subsequently joined one of the invited groups, the "International
Association of Lions Clubs. The Lions motto is "We Serve." Local Lions Club programs include sight conservation, hearing
and speech conservation, diabetes awareness, youth outreach, international relations, environmental issues, and many
other programs. The discussion of politics and religion is forbidden. The LIONS acronym also stands for Liberty,
Intelligence, and Our Nations' Safety. Lions Clubs International Foundation is "Lions helping Lions serve the world".[9]
Donations provide funding in the form of grants to financially assist Lions districts with large-scale humanitarian projects
that are too expensive and costly for Lions to finance on their own. The Foundation aids Lions in making a greater impact
in their local communities, as well as around the world. Through LCIF, Lions ease pain and suffering and bring healing and
hope to people worldwide.

Awards

Lions Clubs International gives various awards for outstanding merits.

Medal of Merit

The Medal of Merit (MM) is the highest award from Lions Clubs International to

non-members for outstanding contributions to Lions Clubs International and its goals.

District Governor Award

The District Governor Award (DGA) is one of the highest awards from Lions Clubs
International to its members having done exceptional services.

President's Appreciation Award

The President's Appreciation Award (PAA) is the highest award that can be awarded

to an outstanding club.

Melvin Jones Fellowship

The Melvin Jones Fellowship (MJF) Award is the highest recognition from the Lions

Clubs International Foundation being given to members who have rendered

outstanding community services.

Lions Club India

India is the second largest community and the fastest growing community of Lions

Clubs volunteers in the world. Lions Clubs established its presence in India in 1956

and today has 2, 40,000 members across 6,400 Clubs. Lions volunteers reach out to

help anywhere across the country, even in the remotest locations.

From providing instant assistance during sudden disasters such as the recent Malin,
Pune, landslides, helping over 50,000 people see again or taking over the education

of abandoned families, Lions have created a huge impact on Indian society. The

Lions Clubs International Foundation has provided US$ 901 million in grants

globally of which India is the recipient of US$ 84 million for 1535 projects. Through

programs like Sight First, Lions Quest and Opening Eyes, the Foundation provides

essential grant funding to Lions Clubs so they can carry out ambitious projects.

The World's Largest Service Club Organization

With 46,700 clubs and 1.4 million members across 210 countries, Lions Clubs is the

world’s largest service club organization and also the most effective. The Lions

Clubs Mission is to empower volunteers to serve their communities, meet

humanitarian needs, encourage peace and promote international understanding

through Lions clubs.

Lions Clubs – Ready to Help, Worldwide

Lions are a global service network of volunteers that make a difference in their local

communities. Whenever a Lions Club gets together, problems get smaller and
communities get better. That's because we help where help is needed – in our own

communities and around the world – with unmatched integrity and energy.

Lions Clubs International (India)

India is the second largest community and the fastest growing community of Lions

Clubs volunteers in the world. Lions Clubs established its presence in India in 1956

and today has 2, 40,000 members across 6,400 Clubs. Lions volunteers reach out to

help anywhere across the country, even in the remotest locations.

The Lions Clubs International Foundation has provided US$ 901 million in grants

globally of which India is the recipient of US$ 84 million for 1535 projects.

Economic Independence & Social Integration

Economic independence is a prerequisite for enabling both, women and men to

exercise control over their lives and make informed choices.

Increasing the opportunities for women to contribute to the workforce to the full
extent of their skills and abilities will assist in developing a productive and

competitive economy. Increasing women’s participation in paid employment helps

improve lives; theirs and the families. Increased economic independence leads to

social integration, better living conditions and a prosperous economy.

Lions Clubs have been enabling economic independence and social integration for

a long time now.

Education & Learning

Though, the 2009 Right to Education Act makes schooling for children from the

ages of 6 to 14, free and compulsory, the reality is very different. Education for the

lower segments of society, are gender biased, if not totally absent due to economic

status. Here is where the Lions Clubs plays a very important role. Lions clubs from

across the country have been facilitating basic education for children from rural India

In the cities where education is easily available, Lions have developed the Lions

Quest program that address youth development, promotes social and emotional
learning (SEL), character building, bullying prevention, drug awareness, and

service-learning.

Medical Assistance

With the World Health Organization’s 2000 World Health Report ranking India’s

healthcare system at 112 out of 190 countries, the need for medical assistance cannot

be overemphasized. There is a wide gap between facilities available in rural and

urban India, and here is where the Lions Clubs have been acting to bridge the gap.

At Lions Clubs, offering medical assistance to the less fortunate is a part of our

culture. Lions are actively involved in several medical programs across the world

and in India. Today, Lions Clubs are synonymous for offering medical assistance to

the underprivileged, and have established a reputation of excellence for our hospitals

and for the medical care wings under our care.

Impacting the Environment

Air pollution, poor management of waste, growing water scarcity, falling

groundwater tables, water pollution, preservation and quality of forests, biodiversity

loss, and land/soil degradation are some of the major environmental issues that India

faces today.

As the country’s population and economy continue to grow, the need to find

innovating solutions becomes more urgent every day. Lions Clubs, recognizing this

problem are working to find sustainable, innovative solutions at the grass root level.

Other Humanitarian Projects

Lions Clubs provide a number of humanitarian programs that offer immediate relief

from any kind of tragedy. At Lions Clubs we firmly believe in helping where help

is needed. To this end, our clubs are working round the clock to offer assistance, be

it to victims of natural catastrophes, looking after the destitute or working with

people suffering from hunger or disease.

CSR- Lions club India

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is not new to us at Lions Clubs International

(India). Our founding father, Melvin Jones, instituted the association on the principal

of CSR. His personal code was "You can't get very far until you start doing

something for somebody else". This is the guiding credo for us, Lion members across

the globe. Lions Clubs brings together people who volunteer their time, service and

expertise for the betterment of the community they live in. In India we are the largest

voluntary service club association in the country.

The World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) rightly

defines CSR as “the continuing commitment by business to contribute to economic

development while improving the quality of life of the workforce and their families

as well as of the community and society at large”. These are the same guidelines that

our clubs operate, by providing a perfect platform to facilitate a ready CSR partner

for companies.

The Companies Act, 2013, applicable to companies with an annual turnover of 1,000
crore INR and more, or a net worth of 500 crore INR and more, or a net profit of 5

crore INR and more, encourages companies to spend at least 2% of their average net

profit of the previous three years on CSR activities. It now gets many SMEs into the

CSR fold, bringing in new challenges to a sector that is increasingly being asked by

its customers to comply with environmental and social standards, while remaining

competitive in pricing and quality. This means that SMEs will have to learn to be

compliant with these diverse requirements. We, at Lions Clubs International (India)

volunteer our services in order to facilitate smooth integration of CSR programs into

the organization, and comply with the Companies Act.

While CSR is a way for the organization to pay back to society and fulfill its moral

obligation, the benefits of a robust CSR programmed far outweighs the efforts. A

well-integrated CSR program, helps stakeholders across the organization, whether

they are internal or external, bringing credibility and strength that is not possible

otherwise. At Lions Clubs we take the time to understand what motivates the
organization, its aims, objectives and culture, based on which we recommend

inclusive strategies and plans that ensures a collaborative approach. Moreover, we are transparent in our dealings, have
stringent reporting systems and are committed

to creating shared value for both partners.

What sets us apart is that all our members are volunteers and they are highly

motivated to ensure that the activity is taken to its logical conclusion - a requirement

for the success of any venture, in addition to our global reach and dedication to the

betterment of community that is unrivaled, be it at home or anywhere in the world.

Partnership projects for greater effect on society

Lions reach out to help anywhere across the country, even in the remotest locations.

Lion’s projects and initiatives have impacted millions of Indians serving various

humanitarian needs from economic independence and Social Integration, education,

health, environment and disaster relief. India is a vast country with large

humanitarian needs. Lions Clubs is committed to help to least ten million more

Indians over the next three years.

Our expertise and knowledge in dealing with government and auxiliary bodies

enables us to create more value for a partnership. We aim to understand what

motivates the organization, its aims, objectives and culture, based on which we

recommend collaborative strategies that create long term benefit for society

Our Partners

Lions Club takes forward the Jan Aushadhi Initiative

Lions Clubs International, today, has entered into an MOU with Bureau of Pharma

PSUs of India (BPPI), Government of India, for establishing Jan Aushadhi Stores

(JAS) throughout the country. Under this partnership, Lions Clubs International

will set up Jan Aushadhi Stores in all Lions Hospitals across the country. The

availability of generic medicine through Jan Aushadhi Stores will prove to be a

boon to the underprivileged as well as to the society at large.

LCIFI and SBIF Collaborate at the 43rd ISAAME Forum

Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) was signed between State Bank of India

Foundation (SBIF) and Lions Clubs International Foundation India (LCIFI) for

three years, starting from April 2016 to March 2019 in the 43rd ISAAME

FORUM. SBIF to provide financial aid to Lions’ Hospital and all other medical

organizations affiliated to Lions Clubs of India. They will provide Dialysis Machines and Ambulances among other medical
equipment across the country.

With both these organizations present across India, the memorandum will be

highly beneficial to the public.

Relieve the Hunger Project

to break the chains of Hunger and Poverty D-Mart, Kanjurmarg area has

collaborated with Lions Clubs International Foundation and signed an M.O.U to

provide Mid Day Meals to 20 Balvadi and 20 MBC schools which is more than

1500 children everyday throughout the year. They have also agreed to extend

support for providing Mid Day Meals to Non Aided schools recommended by our

Lions District 323-A2 on a continuous basis under this project.

Dignity for Senior Citizens Project

Over unifying and strengthening the comprehensive welfare activities of senior

citizens, Noble Hygiene Ltd, which manufactures Adult Diapers & Baby Diapers

in India, has joined hands with Lions Clubs International Foundation. They have

agreed to provide 25,000 adult diapers to the under privileged senior citizens many

of whom are living in old age homes & 50,000 baby diapers annually for the next 5

years under 'Dignity for Senior Citizens Project.'

Celebrating Children’s Dignity Week project

During Children’s Dignity Week (30th August to 5thSeptember), an M.O.U was

signed between Lions Clubs International Foundation and Smile Foundation

represented by Regional Director Mr Narvekar. The film– ‘I AM KALAM’ based

on the life of Ex-President of India, Late Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam will be

showcased to 1 lakh students and more than 150 thousand underprivileged kids

throughout Mumbai. This inspirational movie is for the children who want to fight
against all odds and pursue their education which would take them out of poverty

Safe drinking water project

Eureka Forbes in a pilot partnership program with Lions Clubs International

(India) will provide 100 refurbished U-V water purifier units to needy schools,

shelters and orphanages. In addition to the above, joint advocacy campaign will be

carried out to provide awareness about clean drinking water and sanitation.

Sanitation in less privileged school

Sujana Group in alliance with Lions Clubs International Foundation started a

project of constructing separate sanitation units for boys and girls. Provisions were

made for providing menstrual hygiene facilities, which includes disposal for

menstrual waste, an incinerator and dustbins. This is a small initiative of Lions

Clubs towards the Swacch Bharat Abhiyan.

Bharat electronics Ltd. (BHEL)

The Companies Act 2013 mandating CSR for companies in India paves the way for
collaboration between companies and social organizations like Lions Clubs. A

shared vision has helped BEL, Bangalore, one of India’s leading Public Sector

Companies and Lions District 317C to partner successfully and construct a much

needed Burns Ward at the Udipi District Government Hospital.

BEL is highly involved in the planning and execution of the Burns Center Project,

from constructing the building to providing the necessary infrastructure and equipment for the Center to be fully
functional. The 4000 sq. ft. Burns Ward is now

being constructed under the supervision of BEL engineers. Rs. 75 lakh is required

to complete the project of which BEL is donating Rs. 50 lakhs for construction,

purchase of equipment and facilities. The project is expected to be completed in

March 2015.

The Lions BEL Burns Ward will provide patients and their families much needed

support and quality treatment for free. The center will also provide employment for

several people - a true tribute to community service.

Jet Airways

Jet Airways, India’s most preferred airline and Lions Clubs International in India

have collaborated to support various social causes. Lions Clubs members are

encouraged to fly Jet Airways during their official travel. In turn, Jet Airways

donates a percentage of their earnings from revenue to Lions Clubs International

Foundation for various social causes.

Johnson & Johnson Vision Care - Asia-Pacific

Johnson & Johnson Vision Care is a company committed to transforming the

world's vision. The company has committed US$2 million to help fund Sight for

Kids screenings for 17 million children throughout Asia since 2002. Sight for Kids

involves eye health awareness, education and children's eye screening. The

screenings are coordinated by local Lions, Johnson and Johnson staff and local

medical personnel.

Opportunity to serve
The best way to find you is to lose yourself in the service of others, said Mahatma

Gandhi, a great example of service to mankind. The chance to give back to the

community teaches the value of service to others, meaning of community and the

self-respect that comes from knowing that you can make a significant difference to

people’s lives. Service to others develops character and a sense of self worth.

1. Volunteering

2. Corporate Partnerships

3. Join a Lions Club

4. Fund Raising & Resource Mobilization

5. Join a Leo Club (Young Lions)

6. Lend your Expertise

Volunteering

“To the world you may be one person, but to one person you may be the world”. –

Anonymous. This quote rightly describes the act of volunteering; volunteering is

about serving and not being served. At Lions Clubs India, we are committed to

building a better society through the selfless act of volunteering. Volunteering is an

extremely valuable experience for both the recipient and the volunteer. The recipient

has the benefit of your help. However, for the volunteer it not only brings about a

sense of satisfaction and happiness, it also nurtures peace and contentment.

Our clubs meet the needs of the local community and firmly believe that the

community is what we make of it. If you want to make a difference, volunteer with

Lions and see the world change for the better.

Make a difference by doing volunteering work in your community

to volunteer with Lions please call us at +91-22-61217900 or or click here for us to

contact you.

Corporate Partnership

Lions reach out to help anywhere across the country, even in the remotest locations.
Lion’s projects and initiatives have impacted millions of Indians serving various

humanitarian needs from economic independence and Social Integration, education,

health, environment and disaster relief. India is a vast country with large humanitarian needs. Lions Clubs is committed
to help to least ten million more

Indians over the next three years.

Our expertise and knowledge in dealing with government and auxiliary bodies

enables us to create more value for a partnership. We aim to understand what

motivates the organization, its aims, objectives and culture, based on which we

recommend collaborative strategies that create long term benefit for society.

Join a Lions Club (Make New Members)

Take a Step towards Serving Humanity. Lions Clubs established its presence in India

in 1956 and is the second largest group of volunteers in the world after USA, with

6,241 Clubs and 2, 28,184 members. Lions reach out to help anywhere across the

country, even in the remotest locations.

Membership is by invitation from a club.

Fund Raising

Lions Clubs help where help is needed. Wherever we can create value for society,

we want to be able to offer our help. Towards this end we gather voluntary

contributions of money or other resources, by requesting donations from individuals,

businesses, charitable foundations, or governmental agencies. Our clubs organize

fund raising activities in order to be able to serve the community we live in.

Join a Leo club

Leo Clubs are a youth organization of Lions Clubs International. The word "Leo"

stands for Leadership, Experience, and Opportunity.

Leo clubs encourage youths to develop leadership qualities by participating in social

service activities. They are dependent on a Lions club to sponsor and initiate a Leo

club. Leo Club members are addressed as "Leos." They conduct various projects in
the fields of health care, elders, children, literacy and education, and selfdevelopment. Leos can raise funds by
conducting fund-raising projects.

Lend your expertise

Lions Clubs help where help is needed. Wherever we can create value for society,

we want to be able to offer our help be it environmental preservation, education,

healthcare or social welfare. We welcome the assistance of people who can volunteer

their expertise in the process of betterment to society

Data Analysis

Lions Club

The proper name of your association is “the international association of lions club”,

many lions however, prefer to use the shorter form of “lions clubs international”.

The lion’s emblem

An official emblem for the international association of lions club was approved by

the international board on December 31, 1921. A large letter “L” standing foe LawLiberty-Labor-Loyalty-Love-Lions, on a
circle representing the lions and lions clubs

all bound together into one; lions profile looking to ways, representing a lion looking

in every direction for an opportunity to give unselfish service, with the word “lions”
at the top representing the association, and the word ‘international’ at the bottom

indicating it as international association. It is unwritten obligation of every lion to

wear and display his emblem pride.

The motto

The motto of every lions is “we serve”. What better way to express the true mission

of lionism?

The Slogan

The slogan of lionism is “liberty, intelligence, our nation’s safety

Official colors

The royal colors of purple and gold were selected as he official colors when the

association was organized in 1917. Purple stands for loyalty to friends and ones self,

and foe integrity of mind & heart. Gold symbolizes sincerity of purpose, liberty in

judgment, purity in life and generosity in mind, heart and purse towards humanity.

Official Logo/Symbol of lions club

Lions club objectives

 To create and foster a sprint of understanding among the people of the world

 To promote the principles of good government & good citizenship

 To take an active interest in the civic, culture, social and moral welfare of the

community

 To unite the clubs in the bonds of friendship, good fellowship and mutual

understanding

 To provide a forum for the open discussion of all matters of public interest,

provided however, the partisan politics and secretarial religion shall not be

debated club members

 To encourage service-minded people to serve their community without

personal financial reward and to encourage efficiency and promote high

ethical standards in commerce, industry, professions, public works and private endeavors

Lions Club Ethics

 To Show my faith in the worthiness of my vocation by industrious application

to the end that I may merit a reputation for quality of service.

 To seek success and to demand all fair remuneration or profit as my just due,

but to accept no profit or success at the price of my own self-respect lost because

of unfair advantage taken or because of questionable acts on my part.

 To remember that in building up my business it is not necessary to tear down

another's; to be loyal to my clients or customers and true to myself.

 Whenever a doubt arises as to the right or ethics of my position or action towards

others, to resolve such doubt against myself.

 To hold friendship as an end and not a means. To hold that true friendship exists

not on account of the service performed by one to another, but that true

friendship demands nothing but accepts service in the spirit in which it is given.

 Always to bear in mind my obligations as a citizen to my nation, my state, and

my community, and to give them my unswerving loyalty in word, act, and deed.
To give them freely of my time, labor and means.

 To Aid others by giving my sympathy to those in distress, my aid to the weak,

and my substance to the needy.

 To Be Careful with my criticism and liberal with my praise; to build up and not

destroy

Roles and Responsibilities

Club LCIF Coordinator Position Description

As a Club LCIF Coordinator, you will serve as an ambassador for Lions Clubs

International Foundation in your club. You will share stories on LCIF programs,

motivate others to support LCIF, and enable the foundation to advance its

humanitarian work in your community and around the world. Because of your

leadership skills and demonstration to the philanthropic and humanitarian service

ideals of LCIF, we are able to create a better world.

The Club LCIF Coordinator is nominated by the club’s nominating committee,

elected as a member of the board and serves a one-year term. Individuals may be

nominated to serve additional terms on an annual basis. The Club LCIF Coordinator

works closely with local Lions leadership.

PROMOTION AND EDUCATION

Training and Events

• Participate in annual LCIF training activities provided by your LCIF District

Coordinator

• Give annual LCIF presentation at a club meeting to cover LCIF programs and their

impact, opportunities to apply for LCIF grants, and the benefits of supporting the

foundation Public Relations

• Promote LCIF program success stories through local media outlets

• Work with club PR chairperson to promote LCIF

• Promote LCIF through your club's website and social media outlets Work with
Leadership

• Provide regular updates and success stories to club leadership

• Provide LCIF grant and program updates to club leadership

• Provide regular updates to your district coordinator Grant Opportunities

Inform Lions in your club of LCIF grant opportunities at a local level

• Facilitate communication with district and other clubs regarding active grants and

grant applications

DEVELOPMENT

Development for LCIF in your club is a crucial responsibility. Remember to work

with club leadership and your LCIF District Coordinator to establish your club’s

goal each year.

Awareness and Partner Recognition

• Conduct annual fundraising event for LCIF • Conduct annual recognition event to

recognize MJFs in your club

Identify Potential Donors and Partners

• Identify members in your club with the capacity and interest to support LCIF •

Identify local businesses with the potential to partner with your club to support LCIF

Facilitate Support

• Assist with the submission of LCIF donations, MJF forms, and other recognition

applications • Serve as your club’s expert on available LCIF recognition programs •

Assist with the presentation and reception of recognition items

Keys to Success

Flexibility:

As LCIF development strategies evolve, be flexible in the implementation and

modification of those strategies to suit your club. It is anticipated that this role will

evolve over time and that specific tactics will vary in different geographical areas.

Being flexible about your duties and responsibilities will ensure your success as well

as the positive growth of LCIF.

Personal Support:

All Club LCIF Coordinators are encouraged to personally support LCIF. Experience

shows that your efforts will be most successful when you are fully committed to the

cause both with time and support.

Working with Local Leaders:

Success in this position requires collaboration with other Lion leaders.

Communicating and collaborating with your club leadership, other clubs in your area

and district leadership will help spread a consistent message throughout your area.

Communication:

Successful implementation of development strategies will require the coordinated

efforts of the entire LCIF team. It is crucial to building a stronger foundation that

LCIF ambassadors work closely together and communicate frequently

Duties of Club Officers

1. PRESIDENT
The responsibilities for this position shall be as follows:

(a) Serve as chief executive officer for this club.

(b) Preside at all meetings of the board of directors of this club.

(c) Chair the Club Global Action Team and ensure the following:

(1) Ensure the election of qualified Lion leaders for the position of club

service chairperson, club membership chairperson and club vice president,

who will serve as the leadership chairperson.

(2) Ensure regular meetings to discuss and advance initiatives established by

the Global Action Team.

(3) Collaborate with the district Global Action Team and other club presidents

to further initiatives focused on expanding humanitarian service, leadership

development and membership growth.

(d) In collaboration with the club officers and committee chairpersons, implement a

plan for membership growth, community engagement, operational improvement and

the fulfillment of humanitarian services as presented and approved by the club’s

board of directors.

(e) Issue the call for regular meetings and special meetings of the board of directors

of this club.

(f) Appoint standing and special committees and cooperate with chairpersons to

affect regular functioning and reporting of such committees.

(g) See that regular elections are duly called, noticed and held. (h) Ensure the club

is operating in accordance with local laws.

(i) Ensure proper administration of club operations by ensuring that all club officers

and members adhere to the club’s Constitution and By-Laws and the International

Constitution and By-Laws.

(j) Encourage diplomacy and solve disputes in a fair and transparent fashion utilizing

the Dispute Resolution Procedure if needed.

(k) Be an active member of the district governor’s advisory committee of the zone
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(l) Serve as a mentor to vice presidents to ensure the continuance of effective

leadership.

2. IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT

He/she and the other past presidents shall serve as mentors to the club president and

vice presidents and serve as the club LCIF coordinator unless he/she is unable at

which time this position may be filled by another club member.

3. FIRST VICE PRESIDENT

The responsibilities for this position shall be as follows:

(a) Conduct an annual club quality assessment and collaborate with the club officers,

specifically members of the club’s Global Action Team and other committee

chairpersons during his/her term as first vice president to develop a plan for

membership growth, community engagement, and the fulfillment of humanitarian

services to be presented and approved by the board of directors during his/her term

as president.

(b) Serve as a key member of the club’s Global Action Team as the club Leadership

Chairperson and along with other members of the leadership committee:

(1) Ensure new members are provided an effective member orientation.

(2) Identify potential leaders and encourage their development as future

leaders.

(3) Encourage members to participate in leadership training offered by the

district, multiple district and Lions Clubs International.

(c) Communicate the need for training, the names of potential new leaders and

leadership development activities that club members attend to the district-level

Global Leadership Coordinator.

(d) Take a key role in membership retention and ensure organizational excellence

by measuring member satisfaction and utilizing feedback to improve club

operations.

(e) Understand the club’s role in district activities and events.

(f) Network with the officers of other clubs to gain ideas that may be applied to the

club.

(g) Gain in-depth knowledge of district, multiple district initiatives that support

leadership development, membership growth and the expansion of humanitarian

service.

(h) Be an active member of the district governor’s advisory committee of the zone

in which this club is located.

(i) If the president is unable to perform the duties of his/her office for any reason,

the vice president next in rank shall occupy his/her position and perform his/her

duties with the same authority as the president.

(j) Oversee the functioning of such committees of this club as the president shall

designate.
4. VICE PRESIDENT(S)

If the president is unable to perform the duties of his/her office for any reason, the

vice president next in rank shall occupy his/her position and perform his/her duties

with the same authority as the president. Each vice president shall, under the

direction of the president, oversee the functioning of such committees of this club as

the president shall designate.

5. SECRETARY

He/she shall be under the supervision and direction of the president and the board of

directors and shall act as the liaison officer between the club and the district (single,

sub- and multiple) in which this club is located, and the association. The

responsibilities for this position shall be as follows:

(a) Submit regular monthly and other reports to the international office of the

association containing such information as may be called for by the board of

directors of this association.

(b) Submit to the district governor’s cabinet such reports as it may require.

(c) Be an active member of the district governor’s advisory committee of the zone

in which the club is located.

(d) Have custody and keep and maintain general records of this club, including

records of minutes of club and board meetings; attendance; committee appointments;

elections; member information, addresses and telephone numbers of members;

members club accounts.

(e) Give bond for the faithful discharge of his/her office in such sum and with such

surety as determined by the board of directors.

(f) Deliver, in a timely manner, at the conclusion of his/her term in office, the general

records of the club to his/her successor in office.

6. TREASURER

The responsibilities for this position shall be as follows:

(a) Receive all monies, from the secretary and otherwise, and deposit the same in a

bank or banks recommended by the finance committee and approved by the board

of directors.

(b) Arrange for issuance, in cooperation with the secretary, quarterly or semi-annual

statements to each member for dues and other financial obligations owed to this club

and report payments to the Board of Directors.

(c) Pay out monies in payment of club obligations only on authority given by the

board of directors.

(d) Have custody and keep and maintain general records of club receipts and

disbursements.

(e) Prepare and submit monthly and semi-annual financial reports to the board of

directors of this club. (f) Give bond for the faithful discharge of his/her office in such

sum and with such surety as determined by the board of directors.

(g) Deliver, in a timely manner, at the conclusion of his/her term in office, the
financial accounts, funds and records of the club to his/her successor in office.

(h) Serves as chairperson for the finance committee.

7. MEMBERSHIP CHAIRPERSON

The responsibilities for this position shall be as follows:

(a) Serve as a key member of the club’s Global Action Team as the club Membership

Chairperson.

(b) Collaborate with the District Global Membership Coordinator, district leaders,

members of the club’s membership committee and others to develop annual

membership goals and action plans to recruit new members and to increase

membership satisfaction among current club members. Present the plan to the club’s

board of directors for approval and support.

(c) Develop and lead a membership committee to help implement action plans to

achieve the club’s membership goals and to positively increase the member

experience.
(d) Collaborate with the club service chairperson as well as other club committees

to promote membership opportunities.

(e) Understand the different membership types and programs offered and promote

membership programs to club members.

(f) Ensure each new member is provided an effective membership orientation and is

provided opportunities to be engaged in club activities that are meaningful to the

new member.

(g) Attend the district governor’s advisory committee meeting of the zone in which

this club is located when appropriate.

(h) Participate in Global Membership Team meetings held by the district.

8. SERVICE CHAIRPERSON

The responsibilities for this position shall be as follows:

(a) Serve as a key member of the club’s Global Action Team as the club Service
Chairperson.

(b) Collaborate with the District Global Service Coordinator, club LCIF coordinator,

district leaders, members of the club’s service committee and others to develop and

communicate LA-2 Revised July 4, 2017 Page 15 annual service goals and action

plans that address current community needs and align with the Lions Clubs

International service framework and/or district service goals when relevant.

(c) Lead the service committee to implement the club’s service action plans in order

to achieve the club’s service goals.

(d) Incorporate opportunities for local youth and Leos to engage in all aspects of

service activities, including goal setting, implementation, and project evaluation and

reporting.

(e) Report service activities to Lions Clubs International.

(f) Serve as a club resource on current community needs by monitoring the service

activities of other service clubs, developing community partnerships to expand

service, and utilizing tools and resources offered by Lions Clubs International and

Lions Clubs International Foundation.

(g) Increase member satisfaction by encouraging participation and engagement in

service projects.

(h) Collaborate with the club membership chairperson and other club committees to

promote membership opportunities to non-Lions during service projects.

(i) Attend the district governor’s advisory committee meeting of the zone in which

this club is located when appropriate.

9. CHAIRPERSON

The responsibilities for this position shall be as follows:

(a) Develop and implement annual communications plans for internal and external

audiences, including club members, news media, supporters/sponsors and potential

new members.

(b) Publicize club activities, including service projects, fundraisers, donations, Lions
Clubs International sponsored contests and other newsworthy accomplishments both

internally and externally via the news media, social media, and other effective

means.

(c) Expand humanitarian initiatives, community involvement and membership

initiatives through social media.

(d) Provide communication tools to club members and to encourage all club

members to participate in promoting the club’s activities via social media, referral

and other effective means of communication.

(e) Assist the club president in communicating information from the district,

multiple district and international headquarters with the club members.

(f) Work closely with the club membership chairperson to target and reach out to

new potential club members.

10. CLUB LCIF COORDINATOR

He/she communicates the mission and success of LCIF and its importance to Lions
Clubs International, implements LCIF development strategies within the club and

collaborates with LCIF district coordinator to promote LCIF in the local area to

ensure alignment with district goals. This position also collaborates with the club

service chairperson and the Global Action Team to support club initiatives.

11. LION TAMER (Optional)

The Lion tamer shall have charge of and be responsible for the property and

paraphernalia of the club, including flags, banners, gong, and gavel. He/she shall put

each in its proper place before each meeting and return the same to the proper storage

area after each meeting. He/she shall act as sergeant-at-arms at meetings, see that

those present are properly seated, and distribute bulletins, favors and literature as

required at club and board meetings. He/she shall give special attention to assure

that each new member sits with a different group at each meeting so that he/she can

become better acquainted.

12. TAIL TWISTER (Optional)

He/she shall promote harmony, good fellowship, life and enthusiasm in the meetings

through appropriate stunts and games and the judicious imposition of fines on club

members. There shall be no ruling from his/her decision in imposing a fine,

provided, however, that no fine shall exceed an amount fixed by the board of

directors of this club, and no member shall be fined more than twice at any one

meeting. The tail twister (optional) may not be fined except by the unanimous vote

of all members present. All monies collected by the tail twister (optional) shall be

immediately turned over to the treasurer and a receipt be given.

13. DIRECTOR

He/she provides additional oversight and approval for items placed before the board

of directors. The term of office is two-years in duration

.Club Branch Program

BRANCH FORMATION

Clubs may form branches to permit the expansion of lionism into locations where
and when circumstances do not support the formation of a charter club. The branch

shall meet as a subsidiary of the parent club and shall conduct service activities in

its community.

MEMBERSHIP IN PARENT CLUB

The members of the branch shall be granted membership in the parent club.

Membership shall be in one of the categories listed in Article I of the By-Laws.

FUNDRAISING

Activity or public welfare monies raised by the branch by asking for public support

shall be held in a fund established to record such purpose. They shall be distributed

in the branch community unless otherwise specified. The board of directors of the

club branch may authorize the parent club treasurer to countersign checks.

DESIGNATED CLUB BRANCH FUNDS

In the event of dissolution of the club branch, any remaining club branch designated
funds shall be returned to the parent club. In the event the club branch is converted

into a newly chartered club, any remaining funds designated as club branch funds

shall be transferred to the newly chartered club.

DISSOLUTION

The branch may be disbanded by a majority vote of the entire club membership of

the parent club.

Club Funds

PUBLIC (ACTIVITY) FUNDS

All funds raised from the public must be returned to public use, including money

accumulated from invested public funds. The only deductions that may be made

from the activity account are the direct operating expenses of the fundraising

activity. Money accumulated from interest must also be returned to public use.

ADMINISTRATIVE FUNDS

Administrative funds are supported through contributions from members through

dues, fines and other individual contributions.