Special Initiative: Weeks of service
As we embark on a new year of service, we are excited to introduce our Service Focus Weeks for 2025-2026. These weeks are designed to create a global impact by concentrating our efforts on specific causes. By aligning our service activities, we can amplify our impact and visibility, showing the world the power of collective action.
Service Focus Weeks
- MENTAL HEALTH AND WELL-BEING: October 4 - 12, 2025 Aligns with World Mental Health Day
- HUNGER: January 3 - 11, 2026, Celebrate Melvin Jones' Birthday
- ENVIRONMENT: April 18 - 26, 2026 Aligns with Earth Day
Each week of service will incorporate two weekends to allow clubs maximum flexibility in their planning. We encourage to engage our district clubs with these causes throughout the year, but during these specific weeks, we aim to create a unified, global impact.
Service Activities
Making an Impact, One Activity at a Time!
Folk Dance Competition
On 20th September 2025, the 21st All Goa Indian Folk Dance Mahotsav for Special Children was organized by the Gujarati Samaj Educational Trust, Special School, in association with the Directorate of Art and Culture, at the Gujarati Samaj School Hall, Margao. The program was graced by eminent dignitaries and witnessed enthusiastic participation from special children across the state. Representing the Lions Club of Margao Saheli, MJF Lion Rama Mehta actively contributed by sponsoring prizes and personally distributing them during the prize distribution ceremony, thereby adding warmth and encouragement to the memorable occasion.
Sat 20 Sep, 2025
District Teachers Day Celebrations
On 22nd September 2025, the Lions Club of Margao Saheli participated in the Teachers’ Felicitation Program organized at Ravindra Bhavan, Margao. Our club had the honour of nominating Mrs. Meeta Bandekar, Principal of Shree Damodar Higher Secondary School of Science, for her dedicated service in the field of education. She was felicitated at the hands of the District leadership in the presence of Lions members and distinguished guests, making it a proud moment for our club.
Mon 22 Sep, 2025
Serving the Hungry
On 12th September 2025, MJF Lion Rama Mehta carried out a noble service activity by distributing food in the slum areas, reaching out to 25 individuals in need. This initiative reflected the true spirit of Lions, bringing joy and support to the underprivileged community.
Fri 12 Sep, 2025
ZC Visit and Teachers Day Celebrations
On 14th September 2025, the Lions Club of Margao Saheli organized the Zone Chairperson’s official visit in conjunction with a Teachers’ Day celebration. As part of the program, two distinguished teachers were felicitated for their valuable contributions to education and sports – Mrs. Chanda Prabhugaunkar, retired school teacher, and Mrs. Manali Shevde, professional Tennis Coach. The honours were presented by our Zone Chairperson, Lion Melba Monteiro, making the occasion both memorable and meaningful.
Sun 14 Sep, 2025
Bimonthly review meeting with both Chair persons Zone 1 and 2 of region 5
I had called and had a review meeting with both Zone chairpesons Lion Richard and Lion Sudesh at Adamo the bellus Calangute , where membership, service activities ,golden clubs, MJFs / PMJFs , future activities planning and district activities and other relevent information was discussed .
Wed 24 Sep, 2025
Visitation of the Zone Chairperson.
Zone Chairperson Lion Gourish Vernekar paid his official visit to our Club on 2nd September 2025. The report of the various activities conducted by the Club was presented by the Club Secretary MJF Lion Dr. Bernard F Rodrigues.
Sat 06 Sep, 2025
Felicitation of Merit students
A week long Ganesh Utsav was celebrated at Old Market, Margao. On 2nd September 2025, three merit students viz., Master Graham G. Pinto, Master Joshua L. Fernandes and Ms. Aanam Sayed from the neighbouring School were felicitated.
Tue 02 Sep, 2025
Felicitation of Teachers.
Teachers Day was celebrated on 2nd September 2025 at Old Market, Margao. In all 5 teachers viz., Dr. Anselmo S. Fernandes, Ms. Ravina J. Chodankar, Ms. Neelem Varik, Ms. Suphala Rivonkar and Ms. Babita Narvekar were felicitated on the occasion. PMJF Lion Joaquim Gonsalves was the special invitee.
Fri 05 Sep, 2025
Plantation Activity
A plantation drive was carried out at Vadem in Sanvodem on 3.9.2025. In all 150 saplings of fruit bearing trees were planted and another 100 saplings were distributed to the local community.
Wed 03 Sep, 2025