Clarksville Queen City Lions Club Celebrated 40 Years
The service organization marked four decades of community support at an event held at Old Glory Distillery.
Updated on Sept. 29, 2026 in Philanthropy
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The Clarksville Queen City Lions Club celebrated its 40th anniversary on September 21, 2026. State Senator Bill Powers recognized the milestone by presenting a proclamation to the organization.
Why it matters
The club serves the local community through ongoing philanthropic efforts, including eye care programs and financial support for pediatric cancer patients. These initiatives provide essential resources to Clarksville residents through long-standing local volunteerism.
The club provides five eye exams and pairs of eyeglasses to individuals every month. Their KidSight screenings target children aged six months to six years.
The players
Clarksville Queen City Lions Club
This local chapter of the international Lions Clubs organization focuses on sight-related community service and charitable support.
Bill Powers
He is a Tennessee State Senator who represents the region and participated in the club's anniversary proceedings.
Springfield Lions Club
This established service group acted as the sponsoring organization for the chartering of the Clarksville club in 1986.
Monroe Carrell Children's Hospital
This medical facility provides specialized pediatric care and serves as a beneficiary of the club's support for patient families.
The details
Founded with the support of the Springfield Lions Club, the organization funds its activities through an annual pecan sale. Their service portfolio includes recycling used eyewear and providing gift cards to families of patients at Monroe Carrell Children's Hospital.
Timeline
The Clarksville Queen City Lions Club was chartered on June 24, 1986.
The club celebrated its 40th anniversary on September 21, 2026.
Market Landscape
The club's milestone reflects the enduring organizational structure maintained by the international Lions Clubs chartering process. This stability allows local chapters to maintain consistent community service delivery over multiple decades.
Residents can access vision services, including free eye exams and eyeglasses, by contacting the local club. Families with children receiving treatment at Monroe Carrell Children's Hospital may also receive direct financial support through the club's gift card program.
The takeaway
Service organizations like the Lions Club rely on consistent annual fundraising cycles to sustain their long-term community outreach goals. Residents interested in supporting these efforts can participate in annual initiatives like the club's pecan sale.
Further reading
Learn more about local volunteer efforts in the Clarksville Philanthropy section.
More information
For additional details on the organization's programs, visit the Clarksville Queen City Lions club website.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Main Street Media of Tennessee -.
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