Recognition Programs
The pride Leader Dog takes in our association with Lions Clubs is reflected in an array of specially tailored recognition programs. Just as Lions are committed to assisting individuals who are blind or visually impaired, we are committed to acknowledging the outstanding fundraising efforts of individual Lions and clubs.
Regular Club Contributions
Every club, no matter the size of the donation, will receive a handsome certificate of appreciation suitable for framing when your donation is received at Leader Dog. Levels of giving by regular club contributions of $250 and above are acknowledged with club banner patches and a personalized expression of thanks from a Leader Dog team member. The newly designed patches for fiscal year 2008-2009 indicate the contribution level achieved, from $250 to $25,000. Recognition patches for your club banner will be mailed at the end of each Lions year.
Special Recognition
Out of the ordinary gifts require out of the ordinary recognition. As part of our newly revised Lions recognition program, Leader Dog has several opportunities for those clubs that elect to provide exceptional support.
Founders Tribute:
This program allows Lions Clubs to honor an individual club member for his or her consummate service, dedication, and commitment to Lionism and Leader Dogs for the Blind. The Founders Tribute is now available in three levels: bronze, silver, and gold. For a special club donation of $500 (bronze), $1,000 (silver), or $2,500 (gold), the award recipient is given a custom engraved Leader Dog Founders Tribute plaque, as well as a commemorative Founders Tribute pin and patch. The plaques, pins, and patches are uniquely designed for each level. Founders Tributes donations are cumulative within each level, but not between levels. Visit our Founders Tribute Donation Form to honor a member of your club today!
Top Dog Club:
For those extraordinary Lions Clubs comprising our top 20 annual contributors, a Leader Dog representative will travel to your hometown to attend a club meeting and thank members personally. As a remembrance of the event, each club will be presented with a “Top Dog” patch for the club banner, and each club member will receive special “Top Dog” pins.
100% Awards:
To salute those districts in which every club makes a donation to Leader Dog in a Lions year, Leader Dog presents its 100% Awards. District Governors and Leader Dog Chairs from these generous exemplary districts are presented with a certificate and a pin saluting this significant accomplishment. To receive this recognition, donations must be received at Leader Dog on or before June 30th of each year to comply with guidelines set forth by the IRS and verified in our annual financial audit.