DIMES FOR DIABETES 

The dime is not often given much credit, but thanks to a wonderful program that is available through our club, the mighty dime has been given an excellent purpose!

Dimes for Diabetes is a program originally developed by Ana Elliott, the incoming District Governor for District N. It is backed by Lion Meredith Mitchell, District Diabetes Programs Chair for District 31-0.

Did you know that one 16.9-ounce water bottle can hold close to $100.00 dollars in dimes? Think of that! What a difference a mighty dime can make.

What can we do with this money?

Well, that is up to each club to decide but the end goal could be one of a few things:

• Sponsor children with diabetes to attend a summer camp

• Provide diabetic friendly snacks to local schools / afterschool programs / daycares

• Donate to Lions Club International Foundation

• Donate to the North Carolina Lions Foundation

The goal is to aid our diabetic population, depending on the greatest need in our area. School nurses and the department of social services are great resources to help our club determine what the need is for those with juvenile diabetes.    

*Let’s continue to collect dimes!*

*Please bring to next meeting*