Lions Clubs International District 105SW Foundation (CIO)

The Foundation prioritises health initiatives such as screenings and medical equipment; youth programmes including reading schemes and leadership awards; humanitarian aid for food banks and disaster relief; and environmental efforts like tree planting. Support is typically for one-off projects, equipment, and events, with needs identified through local Lions Clubs. The focus is on Cornwall, Devon, Dorset, and Somerset, where the Foundation responds to crises, promotes wellbeing, and supports youth development through a collaborative, hyper-local approach.

Eligible organisations include UK-registered charities, community groups, schools, and academic institutions serving the four counties in which the Foundation works. There is a preference for small to medium organisations connected via a local Lions Club, and for work benefiting disadvantaged children, vulnerable older people, disabled individuals, and communities affected by disaster. External groups without an existing link are encouraged to approach a local Lions Club as a conduit.

The Foundation does not provide unrestricted or core funding; its support is directed to one-off projects, equipment, and events. Unsolicited applications are not accepted, and organisations must channel their requests through a local Lions Club.

The Foundation works exclusively through local Lions Clubs, which identify needs and act as conduits for requests. It funds one-off projects, equipment, and events, blending global Lions resources with hyper-local networks to achieve collaborative, tangible impact. External groups are encouraged to approach a local club to explore partnership.