Chartered: Dec. 22, 1950; 75th Charter Anniv Celebration , Dec 20, 3pm at de San Juan Beach Residences Grand Ballroom at 11th Floor; Join our Raffle for a Cause and win a Melvin Jones Fellowship or 50,000 cash for non-Lions & other valuable prizes Club Chartered in December 22, 1950
Special Members of our Community benefit from the Services We Provide -
Community service activities and p
rojects are carried out by dedicated club members, offering assistance to those in need. Together they furnish life's basic necessities by providing clothing and food to those in need. The club hosts the La Union Cultural Institute Leo Club which was established in 1980. Along the way these children are learning humanity by working hard and being a good citizen, everyone can become a responsible member of our society. Twin Clubs with:
Aug 23, 2023 - Iloilo City Host Lions Club
Club Sponsor to:
Baguio Brentwood (124936 )
Baguio Highland (124536 )
BAGUIO MAHARLIKA DYNAMICS (143214 )
Cordillera Adivay (123057 )
La Union Dynamic (143593 )
La Union United (148606 )
Lorma (134643 )
MALASIQUI PROGRESSIVE (115279 )
Mangaldan (155826 )
NUEVA VIZCAYA CAPITOL (115524 )
Pangasinan Central (136043 )
Pangasinan Urduja (146622 )
San Fernando La Union Lions Club
Leo Club Sponsor to:
La Union Cultural Institute Leo Club
Gifted Learning Centre Leo Club
La Union Host Leo Club (Omega) LY2014
Brief History of the LA UNION (HOST) LIONS CLUB
Sometime in the early part of September 1950 while sipping his cup of coffee at the Central Hotel with Atty. Aquino was so impressed with the discussion on Lionism by several persons at the nearby table. Porfirio Sagun of Tarlac with the crowd, Atty. Aquino approached him and inquired how he may organize a Lions Club in La Union. He was told he would ask his good friend Lion Leon Goldenberg of the Manila Lions Club to sponsor the proposed club. A few days later, Atty. Aquino returned to La Union, he received a letter from Lion Leon Goldenberg on December 8, 1950. Lion Atwood wired him advising on his arrival on December 14, 1950 for the organizational meeting. The meeting took place on December 18, 1950 at 12:30 P.M. at Viernes Café. There were only fourteen prospective members in attendance and this was short of the required number, Lion Atwood only gave an informatory talk on Lionism. Nevertheless, two temporary presidents were elected namely, Dr. Rufino N. Macagba and Atty. Aquino, respectively. The next meeting was set on December 22, 1950 at 6:00 P.M. December 22, 1950 was a red-letter day as it marked the birth of Lionism in the province with twenty-one men assembled at Viernes Café, all determined to organize a Lions Club. Elected officers were Dr. Rufino N. Macagba, President; Dr. Quintin Balcita, First Vice President; Dr. Arsenio V. Martinez, Second Vice President; Ex-Gov. Carbonel, Third Vice President; Atty. Aquino, Secretary; Atty. Pedro G. Peralta, Treasurer; Mr. Rosendo Ganaden, Lion Tamer; Mr. Gil Sanches, Tail Twister; Dr. Pedro Carbonell, Dr. Francisco G. Padua, Engr. Artemio Coronel, Atty. Cifriano Olaviano, Directors. Lion Atwood gave an inspirational talk on Lionism as conceived by its founder, Melvin Jones, way back in 1917. After the indoctrination of the members which serve as the nucleus of the club, membership grew to fifty-seven. Lionism in this province marked its birth with congeniality animated with an atmosphere of friendliness. Despite the fact that the group of persons composing the organization have different political colors and religious beliefs, yet their spirit has never dampened because they had one aim, that was, to dedicate themselves to community service and to realize the objects and uphold the Code of Ethics of the Lions Clubs International and Lionism at heart. The first 25 years of existence were transition years for the La Union Lions Club. It gradually transformed from a fledgling club into a club respected and worthy of emulation by clubs comprising LCI Multi District 301. With successful professionals and businessmen in its roster and with community support, the club was able to generate funds to implement its multi-various projects most prominent among which are the following:
1. Lions’ monument dedicated to the unknown soldiers. This is the site where wreaths are laid in reverence and remembrance of our war dead in defense of our country.
2. Sponsored and contributed immensely in the construction of the San Fernando Glorietta where most public gatherings are being held.
3. The Lions Club House located at Freedom Park, Heroes Hill in San Fernando.
4. Medical Missions offering free medical, dental and optical consultations, treatment and free medicines. It provided leadership and direction to clubs in LCI District 301-C by contributing numerous District Governors of LCI 301-C among whom chronologically listed are:
A. The 60’s
DG Jose T. Zandueta DG Marcelino B. Florentino
LY 1963-1964 LY 1966- 1967
DG Narciso A. Aquino, Sr. LY 1967-1968
B. The 70’s & 80’s
DG Benito Gapuz Te DG Juvenal K. Guerrero
LY 1979-1980 LY 1980-1981
DG Quintin V. Balcita, Sr. LY 1983-1984
C. The 90’s
DG Victor B.H. Dy DG Mariano M. Chan
LY 1991-199 LY 1992-1993
DG Robert E. Lim DG Robert E. Lim
LY 1994-1995 LY 1996-1997
D. Decade 2000-2010
DG Antonio S. Hao DG Narcisco R. Aquino, Jr. LY 2000-2001 LY 2002-2003
DG Anacleto “Mario” Zamoranos
LY 2008-2009
In the LCI, Multi District 301 Level, the club produced three Past District Governors who were elevated to the position of Chairman, Council of Governors during the decades 1980s, 1990s and 2000 namely:
Juvenal K. Guerrero Victor B.H. Dy
PDG/Council Chairman PDG/Council Chairman
LY 1982-1983 LY 1993-1994
Mariano M. Chan
PDG/Council Chairman
LY 2000-2001
Like any other club and organization in the country, it is sailing thru the years not always in calm waters. There were times when the club listed and floundered amidst effect of unfavorable economic times, and diminished interest of a number of club members. Yet, the club bounced back and became stronger and more active each time. Among the achievements and noteworthy projects accomplished in the past quarter of the century and a decade of its existence, are:
1. The Lions Club’s Public Waiting Shed at San Fernando Town Plaza where thousands of commuters take shelter from scorching heat from the sun and from being drenched in the rain while awaiting transportation that take them to their destinations.
2. The Sub Police Station located at Catbangen, San Fernando, La Union now renovated and double’s up as Barangay Hall.
3. Waiting Shed at the intersection of San Fernando South Highway and Diversion Road where commuters take shelter while waiting for rides by-passing the business center of the city,
4. Semi-annual Missions offering free Medical, Dental, Optical even surgical services to needy patients.
5. Regular relief operations benefiting typhoon, flood and other disaster victims.
6. Established La Union Lions Club Foundation the proceeds of which ensure the club’s viability and sustainability.
7. Initiated the organization and chartering the first all-women Lions Club, La Union (LD) Lions Club in LCI District 301-C.
8. Provided leadership and direction to clubs in the district level by contributing ten past presidents who served as District Governors and four who served as Chairman, Council of Governors, LCI Multi District 301 Philippines.
9. Has the distinction of enrolling the most number of MELVIN JONES FELLOWS in LCI District 301–C. As another Lion Year has ends, a new breed of younger Lions takes over the mantle of leadership. They have been nurtured and steeled to take over by the examples in commitment and dedication shown by their Lion Leader predecessors. The legacy full of achievements and humanitarian services will continue to flourish through the renewed efforts of a new breed of young Lions who are full of idealism and who are eager to prove their mettle.
