Grand Chute Lions Club

10/07/2026

In September Grand Chute Lions were busy. They held Pancake Breakfast fundraiser to raise money for Make A Wish of Wisconsin and other charitable causes supported by Grand Chute Lions. On September 17th annual Charter Night meeting was held. District Governor Amy Quig attended and spoke to the club. Knight of Sight Fellowship was presented to Lion Bill Viet. Lion of the Year and Sturm Humanitarian Fellowship was presented to Lion Mike Choudoir. Lion Bernie Dvorachek presented Lion Bill Toothman with past president award for his leadership the past year. September 22th found Lions preparing and serving meal at Pillars Adult and Family Shelter. During the month ramp crew was busy building ramps.

10/01/2026

09/16/2026

Grand Chute Lions wish to thank everyone who supported their Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser Sunday at the American Legion in Appleton on Sunday September 13th. Breakfast was enjoyed by all in attendance. There were many great raffle prizes to take a chance on winning. Hope to see you next year. 's

09/06/2026

Grand Chute Lions Pancake Breakfast is on Grandparents Day, September 13, 2026.
Where: American Legion Post 38, 3220 W College Ave, Appleton, WI
Time: 9 AM to 1 PM
Menu: Pancakes, eggs, bacon, sausage, applesauce, beverage
Price: Under 5 free, Children 6 to 12 - $6, Adults $12
Proceeds will go to Make-A-Wish of Wisconsin and other charitable causes that Grand Chute Lions support.

08/16/2026

Picture of a few of the school supplies that the Grand Chute Lions club have purchased for 4 schools in Appleton. While school supplies are on sale, items are purchased and will be delivered to the schools in January. In January, the schools are typically out of or running low of supplies for students in need.

08/11/2026

Grand Chute Lions members gathered Friday, August 7th, to remember a special friend and Lion member Jim Leppla. Jim was a dedicated Lion and was honored with a Melvin Jones Fellowship. Jim spent many hours on building wheel chair ramps from meeting individuals needing ramp, designing ramp, making sure necessary materials were on hand to build ramp and building ramp. Jim was could also be found serving at the Grand Chute Lions Pancake Breakfast fundraiser, helping serve meal at Pillars Adult and Family shelter. Lion Jim was a true Lion serving those in need and will be missed.

08/06/2026

Grand Chute Lions invite you to Pancake Breakfast.
When: Sunday, September 13, 2026
When: 9 AM to 1 PM
Where: American Legion Post 38, 3220 W College Ave, Appleton, WI
Cost: $12 for ages 13 and up, $6 for ages 6 to 12, Free for 5 and under
Menu: Buttermilk pancakes, potato pancakes, scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, donut holes, applesauce, coffee, milk, juice
Proceeds go to Make-A-Wish of Wisconsin andother Grand Chute Lions charitable activities

07/25/2026

Jim Leppla a long time of Grand Chute Lions club passed away on July 20th. Lion Jim headed the wheelchair project for years. Jim also volunteered at Pillars Adult and Family Shelter meals, along with fundraisers. Grand Chute Lions members wish to express our sympathy to Jim's family. Lion Jim will be missed as he added alot to our club meetings and events.

05/27/2026

Hope to see you on June 6 for Brat Fry fundraiser.

05/16/2026

Join Grand Chute Lions for Brat and Burger Fry fundraiser.
When: June 6, 2026
Time 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
Where: Ace Hardware, 500 E Northland Ave, Appleton, WI
Menu: Brats - $4, Burgers - $5, Cheeseburgers - $5.50, Lions cookies - $1, Soda-$1.50, Water-$1
Proceeds from fundraiser will support charitable causes supported by Grand Chute Lions. Here are a few of the major projects: provide meal at Pillars Adult and Family shelter monthly, Adopt-A-Family at Christmas, provide school supplies to 4 Appleton schools, Early Intervention Youth Christmas party, Lions Camp.