Become a Champion for Inclusion
Join the movement to create more inclusive communities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) across Southern California.
Whether you're ready to start your own Champions Lions Club, volunteer at local events, or simply want to learn more — you're in the right place.
What Is a Champions Lions Club?
A Champions Lions Club is a community-based Lions Club formed by individuals who are passionate about inclusion, service, and leadership. These clubs focus especially on supporting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) by partnering with organizations like Special Olympics Southern California and serving local communities in creative and compassionate ways.
🦁 Powered by Lions Clubs International — the world’s largest service organization
🤝 Focused on Special Olympics athletes, inclusive recreation, and year-round support
📍 Formed in neighborhoods, schools, faith communities, and workplaces across SoCal
Champions Clubs are rooted in the Lions motto: “We Serve” — but with a focus on inclusion and unity through sports, events, and family engagement.
Ways to Get Involved
🔹 Start a Local Champions Lions Club
We’ll help you form a Champions Lions Club in your own community. Bring people together to serve locally and support athletes near you.
👉 Start a Club
🔹 Volunteer at Events
Help at Special Olympics competitions, team practices, or fundraising events like our year-round competitions and events for Special Olympics Athletes. No experience needed — just heart!
👉 Volunteer Now
🔹 Support the Cause
Make a one-time or recurring donation to support our grants, athlete sponsorships, and equipment funds.
👉 Donate Today
🔹 Partner with Us
Are you a business or organization looking to make an impact? Let’s collaborate on inclusive community programs.
👉 Contact Us
Why It Matters
There are over 650,000 individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Southern California — but fewer than 40,000 currently access inclusive programs like Special Olympics.
SOLA Lions is working to close that gap — one athlete, one volunteer, one club at a time.
Let’s Talk!
