Venice Lions Club is part of the largest international service organization in the world. We support international efforts to save the sight of millions, provide preventative care and disaster relief.
At the local community level, Lions provide free vision and hearing services to those in need, and collect used eyeglasses. They also sponsor and participate in community events.
Every dollar donated goes back to the community in the form of grants, scholarships, and educational and fun activities for children. Our members like serving with a purpose and giving back to our community. We are looking for people to bring inspirations, ideas and talents to support our mission.
Join us at one of our meetings to see what a difference you could make as a Venice Lion!
What We Do
Where there is a Need, there is a Lion.
Vision services
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Vision and Hearing screenings.
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Financial coverage for eye examinations, prescription glasses, hearing aids, and eye surgery for eligible residents of the Venice, Nokomis and Englewood areas.
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Children's Vision Screening for preschool children to identify six common treatable eye conditions.
Community support
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Collect eyeglasses for recycling.
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Pick up litter during the monthly Venetian Waterway cleanup.
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Assist in collecting debris during the biannual Sarasota County Coastal Cleanup.
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Offer a free shark tooth hunting booth for children at the Shark's Tooth Festival.
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Partner with Homeless Outreach Ministries to offer eyeglasses and examinations.
Youth engagement
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Sponsor a Venice Little League team and volunteer at the concession stand.
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Sponsor three schools for the annual International Lions Peace Poster contest.
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Sponsor the Venice MainStreet Halloween festivities.
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Assist Venice MainStreet's Easter Egg Hunt, the Eggstravaganza and offer a Beeping Egg Hunt for the Visually Impaired.
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Promote eyeglass recycling through the Youth Recycle Program at local schools.
Financial assistance
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Grants to non-profit community organizations.
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High School scholarships for college and vocational-bound students.
Random Tandem program
Does low vision or physical disability prevent you from bicycling?
You can ride again with The Venice Lions’ Club Random Tandem program. Thanks to a generous donor, the club placed a bicycle-built-for-two at Real Bikes Venice for free use by individuals with low vision or a disability and their “driver."
Reserve the free-use bicycle by calling (941) 485-3113.
Real Bikes Venice is located in Bird Bay Plaza, 581 U.S. 41 Bypass N, Venice, with easy access to the famous Legacy Trail.