Working on our own or with other Lions Clubs in the Greater Vancouver Regional District we champion fundraising projects which allow us to raise the money for the various projects we support.
On this page you will find a summary of the various fundraising activities the Richmond Lions participate in as well as links to the main page for each of the activities.
Belt Sander Drag Races
Held annually during the Steveston Salmon Festival on July 1, we sponsor and work this event and raise money through sponsorships. Join us for the 10th Annual Belt Sander Drag Races in the Steveston Community Center Tennis Courts July 1, 2009, bring the kids and join in the fun. For more information on this event feel free to contact: Belt Sander Race Chairman
Car Rally
2001 was our inaugural year for this annual event, which combines driving, navigation and fun to raise money for deserving chariites. This year's event will be held on at at yet to be determined weekend in September and will start at a time/place indicated in the promotional information found at the link on the left. For more information on this event, you can send email to: Car Rally Coordinator.
Christmas Cake Sales
During the Christmas season, we sell high quality Christmas Pound cakes. These cakes come in a beautiful decorative tin. If you are interested in buying pound cakes for Christmas 2008, please send email to: Cake Chairman
Christmas Tree Sales
In the spirit of cooperation with the Vancouver South Lions Club, we help with construction of the lot (at 41st and Fraser) and sales of the trees. Each member is encouraged to spend some time working the lot to help all the eager tree shoppers with their selections. The Vancouver Lions provide a wide range of tree types from the Charlie Brown tree to the beautiful Noble Fir. The lot goes up at the beginning of December (Dec 1 10am to 10pm) and closes just before Christmas. .
Hockey Pool
To participate in this year's pool 2007-2008, contact the pool administrator. Information throughout the year will be posted on the main page and on poolexpert.com. For more information on the pool send email to: Pool Coordinator
Sockeye Run
With the joining of the Steveston and Richmond Lions Clubs, Richmond Lions are now running this annual show and shine event held in the historic village of Steveston. The date is always the last Sunday of May. For more details see: http:\\www.stevestonlions.com/sockeye.htm.