Lions Clubs International Fund
LCIF Committee Chair IPDG Tony Davidson - Email Tony -> mailto:lcif.obfuscated.a15lions@org
Tony Davidson
LCIF Chair District A15
519 732 9314
Dear Lions,
As Lions, our global mission of service is at the forefront of all we do. For over a decade, the Lions of Canada Fund for LCIF has supported Lions humanitarian efforts in Canada and beyond.
Unfortunately, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has determined that the Lions of Canada Fund for LCIF does not meet the requirements for charitable status in Canada. Consequently, effective March 16, 2026, the charitable registration with the CRA for the Lions of Canada Fund for LCIF will end.
What this means for you:
- Tax Receipts: Any donation received before March 16 to the Lions of Canada Fund for LCIF will be eligible for an official charitable tax receipt.
- Future Gifts: After March 16, donations will not be eligible for an official charitable tax receipt. The donate button on the Lions of Canada Fund for LCIF website will direct you to lionsclubs.org/donate, where you can make a donation to Lions Clubs International Foundation (LCIF). Gifts made by cheque should be labeled as donations to LCIF and mailed to P.O. Box 2425, Station “A,” Toronto, Ontario M5W 2K6.
While your contributions will no longer be receiptable for tax purposes in Canada, your continued support will help fund life-changing service, reaching those who need it most. Your clubs and districts will also still be eligible for LCIF grants and programs, as these are unaffected. We encourage you to take full advantage of LCIF’s grant and program opportunities to expand your humanitarian service.
The Lions of Canada Fund for LCIF will officially end all operations on February 11, 2027. For more information, contact PID Arthur Woods, Lions of Canada Fund for LCIF, president of the board, or Lion Peter Oswald, Lions of Canada Fund for LCIF, administrator.
We are grateful for the time we had to serve with our fellow Canadian Lions, and we trust that your continued generosity will improve communities around the world far into the future.
With deep gratitude,
Board of Directors
Lions of Canada Fund for LCIF
When you are asked to give money at the checkout, a phone call, or a solicitation letter in the mail, how much do you know about the Charity? You think you are helping but when you are mindful, you may realize that your money could do better. Does the Charity align with your values?
By donating to LCIF, all money donated goes directly to the cause. Did you know that charities use money for administration purposes and investment purposes? This could be 28 cents on the dollar, and this is a reasonable rate for Canadian Charities.
If every Lion in the District committed to $10.00 a month, the foundation would realize $154,920 for the great work of the foundation. Please consider donating.
Tony Davidson, District LCIF Coordinator
Dear Lion,
We extend our deepest gratitude to Lion Stan Durward, past district governor, for his 13 years of dedication as administrator of the Lions of Canada Fund for LCIF. Under his leadership, the fund grew from a few thousand dollars to a multimillion-dollar project.
Thank you, Lion Stan!
As of January 15, 2025, we are pleased to welcome Lion Peter Oswald, past zone chairperson, as our new administrator for the Lions of Canada Fund for LCIF. A retired commercial banker and longtime Lion, Peter has served at the club, district and multiple district levels with great commitment. We are confident he will excel in this role.
You can reach Peter at:
22 Dundana Avenue, Dundas, ON L9H 4E6
519-537-0683
Email Lion Peter -> mailto:peter@oswald.obfuscated.bell@net
In service,
Lion Arthur J. Woods, Past International Director
Lions of Canada Fund for LCIF, President