The Awards and Evaluation Plan for LY 2024-2025
The Awards and Evaluation Plan for the District Governor of Lions International, District 325 D for the Lion year 2024-2025 aims to recognize and incentivize exemplary performance and contributions among the clubs and members within the district. This comprehensive plan includes specific criteria for evaluation and various award categories to celebrate achievements in areas such as service impact, leadership, membership growth, financial management, and public relations.
Evaluation Criteria
The evaluation criteria are divided into essential and encouraging criteria, ensuring a holistic assessment of each club's performance:
1. Essential Criteria:
Service Involvement: Participation in service activities organized by clubs and the district, with mandatory reporting to the Lions portal.
Club Standing: Maintenance of good standing status for the club.
District Program Participation: Active involvement in district programs such as Cabinet meetings and workshops.
Timely Dues Payment: Adherence to deadlines for international, multiple, and district dues.
Financial Contributions: Prioritization of financial support for LCIF and service activities.
2. Encouraging Criteria:
Service Impact: Evaluation based on the number, quality, and community impact of service projects, as well as alignment with Lions International’s global causes.
Contributions to MJF/LCIF/NLF: Support and contributions to these funds in alignment with global causes.
Leadership: Demonstrated leadership qualities, innovation in project execution, and mentorship within the club.
Membership Growth and Engagement: Net growth in membership, retention rates, and engagement in club activities.
Collaboration and Partnership: Effective collaboration with other clubs, organizations, and local authorities.
Financial Management: Success in fundraising efforts and transparent use of funds.
Public Relations and Visibility: Efforts to promote Lions Clubs International’s mission through various media and community outreach.
Award Categories
The plan features several award categories, each recognizing specific achievements:
1. Excellence Award:
2. Contribution and Impact Award:
3. Star of the Month Award:
4. Annual Distinction Award
1. Excellence Awards
The Excellence Awards are designed to recognize clubs and individuals who demonstrate exceptional performance in various aspects of Lions International's mission. These awards are divided into several subcategories, each highlighting specific areas of excellence:
New Club Extension: Rewards efforts in establishing new clubs, with different levels of recognition based on the number of new clubs formed.
I | One Club Extension | DG Medal, Certificate, Int'l Pin & Award |
II | Two Club Extension | DG Medal, Int'l President Pin, Certificate & Award |
III | Three and Above Club Extension | DG Medal, Int'l Medal, Certificate & Excellence Award |
Membership Growth: Honors significant membership growth within clubs, acknowledging various thresholds with corresponding awards.
I | Min 4 members growth | Mission 1.5 Pin, DG Medal, Certificate & Award |
II | Up to 8 members growth | Mission 1.5 Pin, ID Pin, DG Medal, Int'l President Pin, Certificate & Award |
III | 9 and above members | Mission 1.5 Pin, ID Pin, DG Medal, Int'l President Pin, Certificate & Excellence Award |
LCIF Project Approval: Recognizes clubs that secure approval for LCIF projects, highlighting their contribution to global causes.
I | Any LCIF Project Approval | DG Medal, Int'l President Pin, Certificate & Excellence Award |
Financial Management: Acknowledges clubs that exhibit exemplary financial management, particularly in timely dues payment and financial contributions to district and multiple initiatives.
I | District & Multiple dues clearance before July 15, and before December 15 (Only for Club Treasures) | Mission 1.5 Pin, DG Medal, Certificate & Award |
II | Annual District & Multiple dues clearance within July | Mission 1.5 Pin, ID Pin, DG Medal, Int'l President Pin, Certificate & Excellence Award |
2. Contribution and Impact Awards
The Contribution and Impact Awards celebrate significant financial contributions and impactful service activities:
LCIF Contribution: Recognizes varying levels of financial support to the Lions Clubs International Foundation, from partial contributions to major donations (MJF/PMJF).
I | $ 50 and above LCIF Contribution | Certificate |
II | MJF Partial Contribution | DG Medal, Int'l President Pin and Certificate |
III | MJF / PMJF Contribution ($1000) | LCIF Pin, Plaque, DG Medal, Int'l President Pin, and Certificate |
IV | 3 and above MJF / PMJF from a Club | LCIF Pin, Plaque, DG Medal, Int'l President Pin, and Certificate & Excellence Award for Club President |
NLF Contribution: Honors substantial contributions to the National Lions Foundation, with specific awards for different contribution levels.
I | Min. Rs. 5100 and above NLF Contribution | Pin, Certificate |
II | Min. Rs. 25000 and above NLF Contribution | Pin, Certificate, Plaque, Gold Award |
III | Min. Rs. 50000 and above NLF Contribution | Pin, Certificate, Plaque, Diamond Award |
IV | Min. Rs. 75000 and above NLF Contribution | Pin, Certificate, Plaque, and Platinum Award |
V | Min. Rs. 100000 and above NLF Contribution | Pin, Certificate, Plaque, and Titanium Award |
3. Star of the Month Awards
The Star of the Month Awards highlight outstanding performance on a monthly basis:
Best President: Acknowledges the top-performing club president each month.
Best Zone/Region/Area: Recognizes the best-performing zones, regions, or areas.
Best Cabinet Officer: Honors the cabinet officer who demonstrates exceptional leadership and contribution.
I | Best President | Award / Certificate |
II | Best Zone / Region/ Area | Award / Certificate |
III | Best Cabinet Officer | Award / Certificate |
4. Annual Distinction Awards
The Annual Distinction Awards celebrate the most outstanding performers of the year in various roles:
Best Treasurer of the Year: Recognizes the treasurer who has shown exceptional financial management and contribution.
Best Secretary of the Year: Honors the secretary who has excelled in administrative duties and support.
Best President of the Year: Acknowledges the president with the most outstanding leadership and club performance.
Best Club of the Year: Recognizes the club that has shown overall excellence in various criteria.
Best District Chairperson: Recognizes the district chairperson or deputy district chairperson for their exemplary contributions and exceptional performance in their designated roles.
Best ZC / Region / Area of the Year: Celebrates the zone/ region chairperson, and area/ chief area who has made significant contributions to their designated roles.
Best Leo President of the Year: Honors the Leo president with outstanding leadership and service.
Outstanding Cabinet Officer of the Year: Recognizes the cabinet officers who have shown exceptional dedication and impact. The top 10 best-performing individuals will be honored.
Believe in Yourself "Lions of the Year": A special award celebrating the most inspiring and impactful Lion of the year.
I | Best Treasurer of the Year | Award, Medal, and Certificate |
II | Best Secretary of the Year | Award, Medal, and Certificate |
III | Best President of the Year | Award, Medal, and Certificate |
IV | Best Club of the Year | Award, Medal, and Certificate |
V | Best District Chairperson of the Year | Award, Medal, and Certificate |
VI | Best ZC of the Year | Award, Medal, and Certificate |
VII | Best Leo President of the Year | Award, Medal, and Certificate |
VIII | Outstanding Cabinet Officer of the year | Award, Medal, and Certificate |
IX | Believe in Yourself "Lions of the Year" | Award, Medal, and Certificate |
Evaluation and Award Recommendation Committee
The evaluation and award recommendation process is overseen by a committee comprising the following members:
Position | Name |
Coordinator | 1st VDG Lion Mahesh Acharya |
Deputy Coordinator | 2nd VDG Lion Yog Raj Kandel Sharma |
Members | - Chief Marketing Chairperson |
| - Chief Administrator |
| - Chief Area Coordinator |
Advisors | - Past District Governor Lion Bishnu Bhai Shrestha |
| - Past District Governor Lion Kumar Raj Subedi |
| - Past District Governor Lion Uttam Raj Kayastha |
| - Past District Governor Lion MD Agrawal |
Note: The committee is committed to fair and transparent evaluation, ensuring all aspects of club and individual performance are considered. Numeric evaluation criteria may be developed to further enhance transparency and fairness in the assessment process.
This structured awards program not only encourages excellence but also fosters a culture of recognition and motivation within the Lions community.
International, District and Multiple Bank Details
Separate bank accounts will be maintained for International dues, District & Multiple dues, and LCIF/NLF contribution deposits. When depositing dues, the deposit slip must include the following details:
Additionally, a digital copy of the deposit slip should be sent to the District Cabinet Treasurer and the immediate reporting layer for proper documentation and record-keeping.
International Dues
Charter fee (Membership in new club / Per Member) | US $ 35.00 |
For New Lions Member Entrance Fee | US $ 35.00 |
Annual Dues (Per Memner) | US $ 48.00 |
Good Standing Transfer as a Charter Member to New Club (Per Member) | US $ 20.00 |
Life Membership Fees: (A life member is a lion who has maintained active membership for at least 20 years, or at least 15 years if the member has reached age 70. Life membership may also granted to a Lion who is Critically ill.) | US $ 650.00 |
Annual Dues for Family members (Per Member) | US $ 24.00 |
Annual Dues for Student Members (Per Member) | US $ 24.00 |
Annual Dues for Leo-Lions Member (Below 30) | US $ 24.00 |
Status Quo Reactivation Fee (Per Member) | US $ 5.00 |
Bank Account Details for International Dues
Bank A/c no: 00101010297301
A/c Holder Name: The International Association of Lions Clubs
Bank Name: Nepal Investment Mega Bank Ltd.,
Branch: Durbar Marg, Kathmandu
District / Multiple Dues
District Annual Dues (Per Member) | Rs. 600.00 |
New Member Entrance Fee | Rs. 100.00 |
Multiple District Annual Dues (Per New Member) | Rs. 200.00 |
National Lions Fund (Per Member) | Rs. 100.00 |
Disaster Management Fund (Per Member) | Rs. 365.00 |
Total District / Multiple Dues (Per New Member) | Rs. 1365.00 |
Total District / Multiple Dues (Per Existing Member) | Rs. 1265.00 |
Bank Account Details for District & Multiple Dues
Bank A/c no: 25501050002233
A/c Holder Name: Lions Clubs International District 325D Nepal
Bank Name: Nepal Investment Mega Bank Ltd.,
Branch: Jorpati, Kathmandu
Bank Account Details for Nepal Lions Foundation (NLF)
Bank A/c no: 25501050002356
A/c Holder Name: Lions Clubs International District 325D NLF
Bank Name: Nepal Investment Mega Bank Ltd.,
Branch: Jorpati, Kathmandu
Bank Account Details for Building Fund
Bank A/c no: 25501050002349
A/c Holder Name: Lions Clubs International District 325D Building Fund
Bank Name: Nepal Investment Mega Bank Ltd.,
Branch: Jorpati, Kathmandu