Empowering Independence for Individuals Living With A Visual ImpairmentJoin the esteemed 1976 Society and be part of our mission to empower individuals living with a visual impairment at the Georgia Lions Camp. Your support makes transformation possible!How We BeganThe Georgia Lions Camp was born from the vision of the Waycross Okefenokee Lions Club in 1972. Through dedication and collaboration, they secured land and established the Georgia Lions Camp as a non-profit organization on September 12, 1975. In 1976, the camp expanded its reach and became a multiple-district project.What We DoThe 1976 Society is instrumental in guaranteeing that the Georgia Lions Camp provides outstanding programs and facilities for individuals living with a visual impairment. Your generous contribution has a direct and positive impact on their lives by:Empowering Independence: We create a nurturing and secure environment where campers can acquire vital life skills and bolster their self-assurance.Nurturing Development: Our programs inspire curiosity, motivate campers to achieve their utmost potential, and instill a deep appreciation for the great outdoors.Fostering Togetherness: The camp cultivates enduring friendships and a strong sense of community for individuals living with a visual impairment. Your support truly makes a meaningful and lasting difference in their lives.Becoming a MemberMembership in the 1976 Society is a testament to your commitment to making a difference. You become a vital partner in our mission by contributing a minimum of $237.12 annually (equivalent to $19.76 per month).Benefits of MembershipThe Satisfaction of Giving: Knowing your contribution directly impacts the lives of deserving children is truly rewarding.Recognition: Names are published annually in the Georgia Lions’ Camp newsletter.Tax Deductible Contribution: Donations to the Georgia Lions Camp are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by the IRS (Section 501(c)(3)).Join Us Today!We invite you to join the 1976 Society and make a meaningful investment in the future of individuals with visual impairments. Together, let’s work towards creating a brighter world where they can explore, gain confidence, and fulfill their potential.

What is the Century Club?The Century Club is your way of helping individuals living with a visual impairment develop self-confidence and leadership skills. You will be helping them do things they have never been able to do before by providing continued growth to the Camp. It provides an opportunity for businesses and individuals like yourself to contribute to the Georgia Lions’ Camp on a continual basis. A Century Club member is recognized as one who is willing to give financial support as testimony of his or her belief in the goals of the Camp.Where does the money go?Funds contributed to the Century Club become part of the Georgia Lions’ Camp Facility Expansion Fund. This is a development fund, which provides Lions, Lionesses, non-Lions, businesses and others with the opportunity to give a gift that assures the continued expansion of the Camp’s facilities.What are the funds used for?These funds will be used to support the Camp’s ongoing building projects, renovations, new construction and acquisition of major equipment. Examples of the many proposed expansions include: a comprehensive master plan, additional camper cabins, sidewalks, designated paved drives and parking areas, and putt-putt golf course.How does one become a Century Club Member?You can join the Century Club simply by contributing of as little as $100.00 per year. Just indicate on the form below the name you want etched on the bronze head of the plaque.Since donors have expressed interest in different levels of giving, four levels have been established:Bronze Key Holder $150 Donation per yearSilver Key Holder $250 Donation per yearGold Key Holder $500 Donation per yearDiamond Key Holder $1000 Donation per yearWhat do members receive for joining?As a means of recognizing members of this prestigious group, individual Century Club members will receive the following:A beautiful 18-inch walnut and bronze key shaped plaque to proudly display for your friends and business associates.A key-shaped silver and gold color lapel pinNames of members will be published in Georgia Lions’ Camp Newsletter.And more importantly, you will receive the satisfaction of knowing that your donation is being used to build and maintain a wonderful facility for the blind and visually impaired of Georgia to enjoy. Please note that a certificate is presented to honorary members in lieu of a plaque.Each year a shiny new medallion, indicating the year and donation level, will be forwarded to you to add to your plaque. Each plaque will have insert spaces for ten (10) years of medallions.Your donation is the key that will help open new doors.Remember, businesses as well as individuals may hold Georgia Lions’ Camp Century Club keys. Contributions to the Georgia Lions’ Camp are tax deductible at the highest level allowed by the IRS – Section 501 (c) 3.