Every day a quiet storm needlessly takes the lives of 450 children. Yet for less than US$1, we can provide life-long immunity and the chance at life. Lions, we can save 157 million children through One Shot, One Life: Lions Measles Initiative, a partnership with the Measles Initiative.
The Gates Foundation is challenging Lions to mobilize US$10 million with a matching grant of US$1 for every US$2 raised by Lions. Last month LCIF received two large donations to help meet this challenge: US$250,000 from Multiple District 300, Taiwan, and US$10,000 from International Director Seiki Yamaura from Japan. All Lions are encouraged to support this program and help meet the challenge. Donations are eligible for MJF recognition.
Many others around the world are also expressing their support. Last month International President Tam met with the President of Nepal and Vice President of Kenya, both of whom pledged their support to vaccination campaigns planned in their countries.
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