WE SERVE!
A Message from District Governor
Beth Whitelock
Greetings Lion 22B Rock Stars!
February is here – and in the spirit of Valentine’s Day I want you to know how much I appreciate each of you. Since we started this journey in July 2025, I have witnessed clubs experiencing membership growth, clubs supporting new service projects, clubs partnering with each other in fellowship and service and most importantly having fun and feeling a sense of belonging to an organization that values community and enriching the lives in those communities.
Together we had a record-breaking year of raising over $20,000 for the Lions Vision Research Center at the Wilmer Eye Clinic at Johns Hopkins Hospital. We collaborated and learned together how to better market our Lions brand and how to grow our organization through Marketing and Membership summits. We have reached people even further through service carnivals and community outreach events. Where there is a need, there is a Lion. We have been there and will continue to be there.
I encourage you all this month to do just a little more in your communities by showing those less fortunate that you care for them and are there for them. Open your big hearts just a little more this month. Also, reach out to a member that you might not have seen recently. Let them know you miss them and that your club needs them.
I also encourage you all to think globally this month. If your club has not contributed to the Lions International Foundation (LCIF) this year, please consider making a donation. Individuals can make donations as well. Processing your donation online is convenient – plus you can designate the global cause area where you would like your donation to go. LCIF is Our Foundation – let’s support it.
Let us make the second half of this Lions year one to remember. Don’t forget the ask one, retain one membership challenge. A trophy may be in your future.
I hope to see many of you at the district 22B Social on March 7th at the Black Diamond Lodge in Fruitland. Let’s celebrate this year together in Rock Star style.
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Until next time, Rock on and spread the kindness.
Rock On,
Beth Whitelock
2025-2026 District Governor
Lions are individuals who volunteer their time to humanitarian causes in their local and world communities. By conducting service projects and raising funds, Lions strive to help those in need, wherever the need exists. The Lion’s motto is "We Serve".
Lions aim to improve health and well-being, strengthen communities, support those in need through humanitarian aid, and encourage peace and international understanding.
The Lions of Maryland feed the hungry, assist after disasters, clean up in neighborhoods, raise funds for the visually impaired, orphans, and other causes, and run a variety of youth programs, mentoring youth as they pursue positive activities and carry out service projects.
There is a Lion! When caring people join together, roll up their sleeves, and take action to make their community better, it’s a beautiful thing—and an incredible feeling for everyone involved. That’s Lions. Being a Lion is about leading by example, building relationships, and improving the world through kindness. It’s 1.4 million caring individuals serving together so they can make a lasting impact and change more lives.