By The Numbers....
Since 1999, through our Grants & Scholarships Program, the Whittier Lions have distributed over $2.08 million back to the greater Whittier community.
The Whittier Host Lions Club has been serving the greater Whittier community since 1922.
The Whittier Host Lions Club is a group of all ages, heritages, and walks of life dedicated to serving those in need throughout the greater Whittier Community.
Our Sight for Kids Etc. event raised over $320,000 from 2020 - 2024. This, our largest annual fundraiser supports our Grants & Scholarship programs.
From 2020 - 2024, over $240,000 in academic and vocational awards were given to high school students in recognition of their outstanding achievements. Additional grants and assistance in the form of major projects and service committee grants exceeded $306,000 for the Whittier area. In total over $550,000 was given back to the community.
From 2020 – 2024, our annual Sight Fair, which provided free eye examinations and glasses if required provided over 1,000 families in the Whittier area community.
Aviv Bar Whittier Chief of Police spoke to the Lions at our noon meeting Thursday. In the photo Rob Marin, Police Chief Aviv Bar, Robert Ruiz, David Martinez, President Rick Gomez, Ross Gile and Gil Rodriguez.
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If we lose Freedom here, there is no place to escape.
~ Ronald Reagan
Let Freedom Ring
HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY 🇺🇸
WHITTIER: Check Presentation time. Whittier Host Lions drives around #Whittier dropping off cash towards worthy causes. Today’s event was at the Uptown Whittier #YMCA. $1500 to help them modify classrooms inside the facility to help better serve our community and our Youth in particular.
Youth Committee Chair @chrisvigilre is joined by current President Rick Gomez, Past President Steve Cauffman and current Civic Affairs Chair Ray Perez.
Both Steve and Ray are recent recipients of the City of Whittier Volunteer of the Year Award.
The beauty of the Whittier Host Lions Club is that every member volunteers their time, energy and enthusiasm absolutely FREE.
This allows 100% of the all money raised by the club to go right back into the community in the form of Grants and Scholarships.
We are always looking for a few good men. Are you one?
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Whittier Host Lions out in full effect at this years Founders Day event at Central Park. Hosted by the @whittiermuseum
The annual city of Whittier Founder’s Day celebration at Central Park, was well attended by the public.
Dozens of community based organizations participated by hosting a booth. Several Whittier Host Lion’s were present, to invite the community to our upcoming Whittier Host Lions sponsored Free Sight Fair.
Where Free Eye Exams and Free Eyeglasses are offered to all on;
📍June 21, 2025
Sierra High School Gym.
9401 Painter Avenue
Whittier, CA 90605
This event held every year brings together the community to celebrate Whittiers Founders and the History of Whittier.
Mayor Joe Vinateri,
council members Mary Jo Pacheco, Octavio Martinez and Fernando Dutro were there as well. Also in attendance Senator Bob Archuleta.
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Whittier Host Lions Youth Committee was in full effect last night at the East Whittier Middle School.
Youth Committee Chairperson @chrisvigilre along with Civic Chair and 2024 Whittier Volunteer of Year Ray Perez were excited to present a $2000 Check to Mrs. Deborah Carnahan and her outstanding music program.
Mrs. Carnahan has been a staple in the East Whittier School District for many years. Her successful program has given birth to many talented musicians over the years who have gone on the pursue music at local high schools @lasernahs and @calhighcondors .
Congratulations Mrs. Carnahan…we salute your dedication to music and development of our youth 🙏
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Whittier Host Lions were excited to support the @lasernahs Oasis Program led by teacher Mrs. Lisa Barnes.
Oasis is a special intervention program for sophomores and juniors. OASIS stands for “Organized Academic Support in School”
In this academic and emotional support class, students selected by their counselors as those on the verge of dropping out. They are partnered with 11th & 12th grade mentors to help guide them and navigate a successful academic high school experience.
Each year the WHLC club honors the hard working students who have stayed in the program and are ready to pursue a trade, vocation or higher learning beyond high school.
Our current President Rick Gomez, presented checks of $500, to 3 Hard Working Seniors.
The Whittier Host Lions would like to congratulate the program, the students and @lisabarnes03 on another incredibly successful school year.
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Steve Cauffman back at it again. For all the hard work he put into helping the @wccshope here in Whittier…
Steve was chosen as the Grand Marshal in this years 5K Walk hosted by @sheltersrighthand .
The walk is the major fundraiser for WCCC. Steve was joined by many Lions in attendance.
Way to represent the Lions Steve…👏👏👏
We are all very proud of you and once again, glad you’re one of us!
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WHITTIER: Our very own Steve Cauffman was honored this week from the City of Whittier as Volunteer of the year.
Steve was instrumental over the last few years as past President of the Whittier Host Lions Club and as a member of the Major Projects Committee.
In his position Steve helped oversee the clubs donation totaling close to $300,000 dollars go towards the Women and Children Crisis Center here in Whittier.
From major renovation of the facility itself to interior remodeling, Steve was there every step of the way guiding and overseeing the project.
Congratulations Steve…glad you’re one of us🙌
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Thank You To Our Sponsors
Diamond Sponsors
Gold Sponsors
Silver Sponsors
Bronze Sponsors
Larry Dicus
HAB Hadley Auto Body Inc
Serrano Landscape Company
John Steele
Our Impact
During our 100 year history, the key to our longevity and success has been combining our service mission with clever and sometimes outrageous fun. Both sustain us and fuel our continued growth and efforts in the community. Our weekly meetings are conducted in that spirit and the laughter and camaraderie are contagious. Fun and fellowship also accompany our fundraising events and social gatherings.
Our Mission
The club’s mission is to care for the youth, the hearing impaired, and others in need in the Greater Whittier Area.
Community Events
We have events throughout the year to raise dollars for our scholarships and provide services to our residents and community.
Our
Leadership
Our board members work hard and volunteer their time to support our community.