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INTERNATIONAL ASSOC OF LIONS 8009 AKRON NEW YORK
AKRON, NY · EIN 166067754 · Form 990EZ · FY2024 · Micro (<$100K) · akronlions.com
revenue
$91K
expenses
$96K
net assets
$95K
employees
—
mission · from form 990

OUR MISSION IS TO EMPOWER VOLUNTEERS AND PARTNERS TO IMPROVE HEALTH AND WELLBEING, STRENGTHEN COMMUNITIES, AND SUPPORT THOSE IN NEED THROUGH HUMANITARIAN SERVICE AND GRANTS THAT IMPACT LIVES GLOBALLY, AND ENCOURAGE PEACE AND INTERNATIONAL UNDERSTANDING.

profile · synthesized from sources

The Akron Lions Club, part of the International Association of Lions Clubs, serves the Akron/Newstead, NY community through local humanitarian service projects. The organization supports youth groups, not-for-profits, and community infrastructure by funding initiatives and running the Avenue of Flags program, which provides flag displays on major patriotic holidays. Funds raised support vision care, wheelchair ramps, and local service projects.

named programs · 4 · from sources

What they call their work

Avenue of Flags
Places American flags at homes on major patriotic holidays (Memorial Day, Flag Day, Independence Day, Labor Day) and at Veteran's Park for Veterans Day; funds support local charities and service projects
Community Service Funding
Supports local projects including the Victor Pavilion, Splash Pad in Russell Park, Rock Garden in Akron Falls, and fencing at St. John's Cemetery
Vision and Accessibility Assistance
Provides vision care support and builds wheelchair ramps for individuals in need
Youth and Organization Grants
Funds youth teams and local groups such as Akron HS Cheerleaders, Women's Soccer, Football Team, and Class of 2028
activities · 6 groups

What they do

  • Fundraising for Community and Charitable Initiatives 1 activity
    • Conducts fundraising through flag sales and donations
      Raises funds via flag sale programs and accepts individual and corporate donations to support its community service initiatives.
  • Distribution of PPE and Crisis Supplies 1 activity
    • Delivers food and medical supplies to communities in need
      Provides food to healthcare workers and distributes medical supplies to underserved communities during times of crisis.
  • Capital Infrastructure Funding 1 activity
    • Funds local community service projects
      Finances infrastructure and public space improvements such as the Splash Pad and pavilion in Russell Park, the Rock Garden in Akron Falls, the Victor Pavilion, and a fence at St. John's Cemetery.
  • Memorial and Veteran Honor Services 1 activity
    • Operates Avenue of Flags program
      Places American flags at subscribers' homes for four major patriotic holidays—Memorial Day, Flag Day, Independence Day, and Labor Day—and places flags at Veteran's Park for Veteran’s Day to ensure volunteer safety.
  • Vision Rehabilitation Services 1 activity
    • Provides vision care services and constructs wheelchair ramps
      Delivers vision care services and builds wheelchair ramps to support individuals with disabilities and improve community accessibility.
  • Community Service and Charitable Outreach 1 activity
    • Supports local charities, youth organizations, and community events
      Provides direct support to local groups including the Rotary Club, Trinity Church, Akron High School teams, Hometown Heroes, and the Akron Celebration Committee for community events and initiatives.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$91K
Contributions & grants$58K64%
Program service revenue——
Investment income$2K3%
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$96K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits—
Grants paid out$81K
balance sheet
Total assets$95K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$95K
4 years on record · 2021–2024 · YoY revenue +34.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

board members · 7
  • ANDY KELKENBERG — DIRECTOR
  • CHRIS WHITMARSH — BOARD MEMBER
  • ELY WINNIE — DIRECTOR
  • ERIN O'BRIEN — DIRECTOR
  • GREGG BROWN — BOARD MEMBER
  • MICHAEL MIDDAUGH — BOARD MEMBER
  • WILL LEIKER — BOARD MEMBER
relationships · 13

Who they work with

  • Akron Celebration Committee Partner — Supported by the Akron Lions Club for the annual July Fireworks and New Year's Eve Celebration.
  • Akron HS Class of 2028 Partner — Recipient of support from the Akron Lions Club in 2025.
  • Akron High School Cheerleaders Partner — Recipient of support from the Akron Lions Club in 2025.
  • Akron High School Football Team Partner — Recipient of support from the Akron Lions Club in 2025.
  • Akron Lions Club Partner — Collaborates with community organizations to run flag routes for fundraising.
  • Akron Women's Soccer Partner — Recipient of support from the Akron Lions Club in 2025.
  • Avenue of Flags Partner — Collaborates with the Akron Lions Club to facilitate a flag installation and removal fundraising program.
  • Facebook Partner — Utilizes Facebook for communication and outreach.
  • Hometown Heroes Partner — Recipient of support from the Akron Lions Club in 2025.
  • International Association of Lions Clubs Network — Member of the global Lions Clubs network, operating as a local chapter serving the Akron/Newstead area.
  • Lady Lions Partner — Recipient of support from the Akron Lions Club in 2025.
  • Rotary Club Partner — Recipient of support from the Akron Lions Club in 2025.
  • Trinity Church Partner — Recipient of support from the Akron Lions Club in 2025.
strategies · 1

How they approach the work

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  • Volunteer and Partner Empowerment
    methodology: volunteer_and_partner_empowerment
    By empowering volunteers and partners to deliver humanitarian services and grants, the organization amplifies local and global impact in health, community strength, and peace, because decentralized, locally-driven action is more sustainable and responsive.