We Serve

Community

Whenever a Lions club gets together, problems get smaller. And communities get better. That's because we help where help is needed – in our own communities and around the world – with unmatched integrity and energy.

Our Work

To empower volunteers to serve their communities, meet humanitarian needs, encourage peace and promote international understanding through Lions clubs.

Programs

COVID - 19 NOTICE (5/5/2021):

The safety and well being of our community and volunteers is our priority. GELC is monitoring the State, local government, CDC, and Gallatin Health Department recommendations and guidelines. We will do our best to navigate during these unprecedented times. Please continue to visit our website for updates.

UPDATES:

Hyalite Youth Camp - Opening June 2021

Festival of the Fourth - DISCONTINUED

Bozeman Stampede - TBD

Football program - GELC working with the City and Gallatin Health to determine the 2021 season and protocol. Please watch our site and FB for updates.

Vision and Hearing

Application for Sight & Hearing Assistance Our Foundation's mission is to provide financial assistance to help local citizens improve their hearing and vision. The money we raise stays in the principal account forever, while the interest pays for glasses, hearing aids, and even … Learn More about Vision and Hearing

Recycling

Recycle your aluminum cans in our bins around Bozeman, and the Lions will use the money we make to fund our Foundation's projects. Locations: Gallatin County Fairgrounds WalMart Billion Auto Group Softball Fields off Highland Blvd Safeway … Learn More about Recycling

Hyalite Youth Camp

Hyalite Youth Camp is open for the 2021 season! See available dates below. PURPOSE OF CAMP: To provide an affordable camping experience in a rustic cabin and lodge facility primarily for youth and for those with disabilities or who are disadvantaged. Secondarily, family reunions, retreats for … Learn More about Hyalite Youth Camp

High School LEOS Club

The LEO Club at Bozeman High School is a student led club that focuses on community service. Students make life long friends, gain experience through actual service projects that benefit the community, seek opportunities to help others around them. We are excited for the 2018 School year! … Learn More about High School LEOS Club

U.S. Flag for Every First Grader

For more than 200 years, the American flag has been the symbol of our nation's strength and unity. It's been a source of pride and inspiration for millions of citizens. And the American Flag has been a prominent icon in our national history. Here are the highlights of its unique past. On January … Learn More about U.S. Flag for Every First Grader

Gary Tschache Track Meet

Hundreds of 7th and 8th Graders run, jump and throw each year in our track meet at Bozeman High. These students represent 25 schools in and around the Gallatin Valley. 2021 Track Meet Results … Learn More about Gary Tschache Track Meet

Basketball

We regret to inform the community we will no longer be offering this program do to the lack of participants. Gallatin Empire Lions has had the pleasure of serving the community with youth basketball since 1990. We encourage you to visit YMCA for their youth basketball programs. Thank you for … Learn More about Basketball

Football

We look forward to the upcoming season! GELC is working hard to prepare for the 2021 season. Please visit our site and FB for updated information. … Learn More about Football