Hilton Lions
Lions Clubs International came to South Africa in 1957 and the organisation has grown exponentially since then. There are now 2 Districts (410 W&E) within this Multiple District which cover the countries of South Africa, Namibia, Swaziland and Lesotho. The numerous clubs around the country provide a vital lifeline for the many needy communities. Clubs are made up of dedicated volunteers from all walks of life who give up their spare time to serve those in need.
Hilton Lions club falls within the Lions Clubs International DISTRICT 410-E that covers 7 Provinces of the Republic of South Africa, namely Limpopo, Gauteng, North West, Mpumalanga, Kwazulu-Natal, Eastern Cape and Freestate, and the Kingdoms of Lesotho and Eswatini which are made up of 83 Lions Clubs that are divided into 11 Zones.
HILTON LIONS CLUB was Chartered on 17 MAY 1974
Incoming 2023/2024 Hilton Lions Club Directors:
• President – Michael Wilkinson 083 725 0047
• Treasurer – Neville Collins 083 233 6847
• Secretary – Mattheus Groves 076 853 4326
The Club holds a combined Directors and Business meeting every 4th Thursday of the month at 18:30. The Hilton Lions Community Centre is situated in 21 Flamingo Drive, Hilton.
International/District Projects
• BrightSight
• Diabetes
• Environment
• Health
• LIONS ALERT
• Lions Christmas Cakes
• Peace Poster Contest
• Youth Exchange
• And many more ......
Club Service Projects
• Singakwenza Early Childhood Education
• Seventh Heaven Old Aged Home
• Hire of Community Centre Hall – 21 Flamingo Drive, Hilton
About Lions Club International
Founded in 1917 by Melvin Jones in the USA, Lions Clubs International is the largest international service organisation in the world. A family of members spanning from Australia to Brazil, from South Africa to Scandinavia - all united by a common motto - "We Serve".
Lions throughout the world accomplish varying activities, from corneal transplants to the supplying of hearing aids, creating awareness of diabetes, promoting peace amongst the youth, fostering international relations through youth exchange and developing and creating awareness amongst the youth through "Leo" Clubs. LCIF, the organisations' international grant-providing wing, brings in much needed grants for training facilities, medical units and disaster relief in times of need.