Michigan Lions
District 11-E1
Looking for FUN new ways to spend time with your family? Would you like to work with FAMILY members and friends to build a playground, clean up a river or collect food for a food pantry? Do you want to show your children the importance of VOLUNTEERING and helping others?
Are you interested in connecting with other families to IMPROVE the area where you live or provide resources to save the sight of children? If so, join other families in a Lions club where you can make a difference!
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This page was last updated: February 13, 2026
Who We Are
Today’s Lions are men, women and families who have fun volunteering together and share the satisfaction that comes from helping others. We meet the needs of our local communities and the world. Lions are a network of 1.4 million people in 200+ countries and geographic areas around the world who work together to improve our world in 48,000 Clubs. We conduct vision and health screenings, build parks, support eye hospitals, award scholarships, assist youth, provide help in time of disaster and much more. Worldwide, Lions clubs are recognized for their service to people who are blind and visually impaired, hearing impaired, or diabetic. Join us in making our communities and the world better places to live. You'll be glad you're part of the best volunteer service organization in the world!
Lions District 11E1
"We serve" in 16 counties in central & northwest Michigan including Benzie, Clare, Grand Traverse, Isabella, Lake, Leelanau, Manistee, Mason, Mecosta, Midland, Missaukee, Montcalm, Newaygo, Oceana, Osceola and Wexford.
District 11-E1 Governor
DG Jeff Schafer
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Join Lions from across District 11-E1 for our 2026 District Convention, March 27–28 at the Evergreen Resort in Cadillac, Michigan. This year’s convention will feature hands-on service with Sleep in Heavenly Peace, inspiring speakers including International Director Gary Steele, leadership training, a memorial service, district and LCI awards, and plenty of fellowship.
Enjoy discounted meals, a special lodging rate of $99 per night, a Silent Auction, 50/50 raffles, and a fun apparel contest celebrating our theme “Anchored in Service – Lighting the Way Forward.” We look forward to seeing you there!
