Lions Clubs International began with a proposal from Chicago-based businessman Melvin Jones. A member of the business circle, a social gathering of entrepreneurs, he urged the club not only to focus on economic interests, but also to serve the community and further human development around the world. The idea was resonant in the club, and the first meeting was held at the Lasar Hotel in Chicago, Illinois, USA, on June 7, 1917, with 27 representatives from the group. Melvin Jones' proposal suggested that the association be named The Association of Lions Clubs and laid the groundwork for becoming the world's largest service organization.
Lions evolved into an international organization three years later, in 1920, with the creation of a new club in Canada. Since then, it has continued to expand into South America, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa to become a global service organization.
Lions evolved into an international organization three years later, in 1920, with the creation of a new club in Canada. Since then, it has continued to expand into South America, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa to become a global service organization.
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