activities · 10
what they do
direct service · 7
- Construction and development of community facilities Adaptive Social and Recreational ProgramsConstructed a 12,000-square-foot addition for the Regional Library and Recording for the Blind, built a new Library facility, and converted one acre of property into the MJL Minipark in cooperation with the City of Phoenix.
- Education scholarships Targeted Educational ScholarshipsOffers $2,500 tuition scholarships to members of Lions and Leos clubs pursuing college, university, or trade school education.
- Facility development and infrastructure projects Adaptive Social and Recreational ProgramsConstructs and expands facilities including library spaces for the Regional Library and Recording for the Blind, and develops community spaces such as the MJL Minipark in partnership with the City of Phoenix.
- Grantmaking for service initiativesProvides grants to Lions clubs and Canine Companions to support service-related programs and activities.
- Housing assistance for veterans and seniors Permanent and Transitional Housing SupportSupports veterans and senior citizens with access to HUD Section 8 housing in the Phoenix and Tucson areas through direct assistance and project development.
- Housing assistance for veterans and seniors Permanent and Transitional Housing SupportWorks on projects to provide Section 8 housing to veterans in the Phoenix area and offers assistance with HUD Section 8 housing to senior citizens in the Tucson area.
- Scholarship program for Lions and Leos members Targeted Educational ScholarshipsOffers $2,500 tuition scholarships to Lions and Leos members who are attending college, university, or trade school.
capacity building · 2
- Funding match for medical research Pediatric Cancer and Macular Degeneration ResearchMatches donations from Lions Clubs to support research on aging macular degeneration, amplifying contributions toward medical advancement.
- Matching donations for macular degeneration research Pediatric Cancer and Macular Degeneration ResearchMatches donations from Lions Clubs to support research into aging macular degeneration.
other · 1
- Grantmaking to Lions Clubs and Canine CompanionsProvides grants to various Lions clubs and Canine Companions to support their service-related initiatives.
strategies · 11
how they think
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- Advancing medical research through ocular tissue donation tissue_donation_for_researchSupports scientific research on aging macular degeneration by enabling the donation and provision of ocular tissue, contributing to advancements in vision-related medical knowledge.
- Capacity Building for Local Lions Clubs and Community Organizations capacity_buildingThe organization provides expertise and resources to Lions Clubs and other community organizations within Arizona, aiming to enhance their capabilities and effectiveness in delivering services.
- Capacity building for local clubs and community organizations capacity_buildingStrengthens the effectiveness of Lions Clubs and other Arizona-based community organizations by providing expertise, resources, and operational support to enhance their service delivery capacity.
- Educational Support for Members member-based educational supportThe organization offers educational scholarships specifically to members of the Lions and Leos organizations, providing a means for them to pursue postsecondary education and fostering their personal and professional development.
- Facilitating Ocular Tissue Donation for Macular Degeneration Research tissue_donation_for_researchThe organization supports research into aging macular degeneration by facilitating the provision of ocular tissue, thereby contributing to scientific study and advancements in treatment.
- Leveraging a network of local service organizations for program delivery service_organization_networkOperates through collaboration with a decentralized network of local Lions Clubs, such as the Scottsdale Pride of Scottsdale LC, to implement programs and extend community impact.
- Member-based educational scholarship program member-based educational supportOffers scholarships to members of the Lions and Leos organizations to support their pursuit of postsecondary education, reinforcing organizational engagement and leadership development.
- Strategic Grantmaking for Community Service grant-makingThe organization uses structured grant criteria to allocate funding for both charitable and non-charitable purposes, ensuring that financial support is directed towards service initiatives that align with its overarching mission.
- Structured grant-making to align with mission-driven service initiatives grant-makingUses defined grant criteria to allocate funding for charitable and non-charitable purposes, ensuring that supported initiatives are aligned with the organization’s mission and strategic goals.
- Support for veteran housing through federal partnerships veteran_housing_supportProvides housing assistance to veterans by leveraging Section 8 housing programs, facilitating access to stable and affordable living arrangements as part of targeted support services.
- Veteran Housing Support through Section 8 veteran_housing_supportThe organization provides housing assistance to veterans by leveraging Section 8 housing initiatives, aiming to secure stable living environments for those who have served.
named programs · 6
what they call their work
Aging Macular Degeneration Research
Supports research into Age-related Macular Degeneration by providing eyeballs/tissue for Dr. Brian McKay and matching Lions Club donations for this need.
Charitable Grants
Provides grants to Lions Clubs and other organizations for charitable purposes.
Emergency Grants
Provides emergency grants to individuals or organizations in need.
HUD Section 8 Housing
Provides assistance with HUD Section 8 housing for senior citizens in Tucson and is developing a program for veterans in Phoenix.
Non-Charitable Funding
Offers non-charitable funding to support various initiatives.
Scholarships
Offers $2,500 tuition scholarships to Lions and Leos attending any college, university, or trade school.
relationships · 9
who they work with
- Arizona Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired Partner — Sold Phoenix property to the Arizona Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired, maintaining a partnership of 75 years.
- Canine Companions Partner — Recipient of a grant from LIONS FOUNDATION OF ARIZONA INC for service-related initiatives
- Chandler Sunbird LC Partner — Recipient of grant funding from LIONS FOUNDATION OF ARIZONA INC
- Circle K Partner — Ground-leased a corner of the property to Circle K to build a convenience market, providing income to MJL.
- Dr. Brian McKay Partner — Research partner for aging macular degeneration studies.
- Gila Bend Lions Club Partner — Recipient of support from LIONS FOUNDATION OF ARIZONA INC
- HUD Government — Partner in providing Section 8 housing assistance.
- Phoenix Asian American LC Partner — Lions Club chapter affiliated with the Lions Foundation of Arizona
- Scottsdale Pride of Scottsdale LC Partner — Lions Club chapter affiliated with the Lions Foundation of Arizona