Established on April 2, 2002, the Shenzhen Lions Club is a non-governmental charitable organization with independent legal status approved by the State Council. Administered by the Shenzhen Disabled Persons' Federation and certified as a 5A-rated social organization by the Shenzhen Civil Affairs Bureau, it operates under the core mission of "Self-Improvement and Community Service". The club has delivered diversified public welfare initiatives spanning healthcare, disaster relief, disability support, educational assistance, and poverty alleviation. To date, its accumulated service funds have exceeded 524 million yuan, benefiting over 52.62 million individuals.
Organizational Structure and Development History As the international Lions Club's branch in China, Shenzhen Lions Club operates under a council management system inspired by global operational models. By 2023, it had established 139 service teams with approximately 3,900 members, including business leaders, professionals, and other distinguished figures from various sectors. For the 2024-2025 term, Tan Fei serves as President of the Council, continuing the annual theme "Co-create a Better Home" while promoting the slogan "Shenzhen Lions with Love, Pursuing Dreams Together". The organization prioritizes advancing initiatives such as Party building leadership, member development, and community services.
Core service areas
**Disability Support Services** We have long prioritized the needs of people with disabilities through signature initiatives including the "Lion & Cong Love" cochlear implant program, Wheelchair Music Festival, and "Shen Lion Integration Cup" cultural events. The inaugural 2025 Wheelchair Music Festival attracted over 120 participants from both disabled and able-bodied communities, fostering social inclusion through music. With cumulative investments exceeding 38 million yuan in disability assistance funds, we've restored vision to 43,300 cataract patients and donated 1,200 Braille textbooks to support visually impaired students.
**Educational Support** The "Yunnan Service Month" scholarship program was implemented, with 1.2 million yuan allocated in 2024 to support underprivileged students in Luowang and other areas, including visits to 11 families with special needs children. In 2025, the Bao'an Service Team donated 170,000 yuan worth of teaching supplies to schools in Fengshun County, boosting rural education development. Additionally, over 50 primary schools were built in Lion Town, and heritage preservation projects like "Extraordinary Classroom" were launched to assist in vocational training for people with disabilities.
**Emergency Disaster Relief and Community Services** During the pandemic, donated epidemic prevention supplies worth over 4.6 million yuan to Hong Kong, Xi'an and other regions to support frontline anti-epidemic efforts. Through grassroots initiatives like the "Warmth Project" community workstations and environmental protection campaigns, established a solid foundation in local communities. In 2024, collaborated with Nanyuan Subdistrict to explore innovative community governance models, which received high recognition from government authorities.
Social Impact and Honors- **Continuous Official Recognition**: Three consecutive 5A-rated social organizations, including national and municipal awards such as "Top Ten Most Beautiful Disability Assistance Units" and "Pengcheng Charity Outstanding Contribution Award". - **International Cooperation and Innovation**: Participated in the International Lions Club's "Vision First Initiative" to advance blindness prevention and treatment. The 2026 International Lions Year Conference will be held in Hong Kong, with Shenzhen Lions Club playing a key role in preparations. - **Deep Member Engagement**: Per capita service funding reached 12,800 yuan during 2023-2024, with over 50 service teams participating in "Yunnan Service Month", embodying the "Four Exits" spirit of "contributing funds, efforts, dedication, and attendance".