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-- **History of the Choteau Lions Club**: Overview of the club’s founding, milestones, and key achievements.
-- **Mission & Values**: Summary of the club’s purpose, goals, and core values, aligned with Lions Clubs International.
-- **Lions Clubs International Overview**: Brief description of the broader organization and how Choteau fits into it.
+# About the Choteau Lions Club
+## History of the Choteau Lions Club
+The Choteau Lions Club, established in 1927, has been a cornerstone of community service in Choteau, Montana, for nearly a century. Our mission aligns with the core values of Lions Clubs International: to empower volunteers to serve their communities, meet humanitarian needs, encourage peace, and promote international understanding.
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+Over the years, our club has initiated and supported numerous projects aimed at enhancing the quality of life in Choteau. From organizing local events to participating in global initiatives, we strive to make a positive impact both locally and beyond.
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+In 2024, we celebrated significant achievements:
+- Lion Bob Nauck, a dedicated member, was inducted into the District 37 Hall of Fame at the 2024 District Convention, recognizing his outstanding contributions to our club and the broader Lions community.
+- Lion Steve Dogiakos was appointed as the District Cabinet Treasurer for the 2024-2025 Lionistic Year, reflecting his commitment to leadership and service within the organization.
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+As we approach our centennial anniversary, we remain committed to serving Choteau with the same passion and integrity that have defined our club since its inception.
+## Mission & Values
+The mission of the Choteau Lions Club, in alignment with Lions Clubs International, is to empower our members to serve the Choteau community through meaningful volunteerism, addressing humanitarian needs, promoting peace, and fostering a spirit of international understanding.
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+### Values:
+1. Service: We are dedicated to serving others with compassion and respect, identifying the needs within our community and taking action to meet them.
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+2. Integrity: We hold ourselves to the highest standards of honesty, ethics, and accountability, ensuring that our actions always reflect our commitment to doing what is right.
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+3. Community: We believe in the power of collaboration, building strong partnerships within Choteau and beyond, to strengthen our community and make a lasting impact.
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+4. Empowerment: We support our members in developing their leadership and service skills, providing resources and opportunities to make a difference.
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+5. Diversity: We embrace the diverse perspectives of our members and communities, celebrating inclusion and fostering an environment where everyone feels valued.
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+6. Global Citizenship: As members of an international organization, we understand our role in contributing to a more peaceful and connected world, and we strive to make a difference both locally and globally.
+## Lions Clubs International Overview
+Lions Clubs International (LCI) is the world’s largest service club organization, with over 1.4 million members in more than 200 countries. LCI's mission is to create a global network of volunteers dedicated to improving communities, addressing critical humanitarian needs, and fostering peace and understanding worldwide. The Choteau Lions Club, part of District 37 in Montana, contributes to this global mission by focusing on local needs in Choteau while upholding the values and initiatives championed by LCI. Through service projects, fundraising efforts, and leadership roles within the district, Choteau Lions play an essential part in making a difference locally and supporting the Lions’ vision globally.