Inspirational Youth Stories from LCIF

Giving young people the opportunities to have healthy childhoods, feel safe and cared for and mature into productive, confident adults is central to LCIF's work. Young people deserve to to learn, have shelter and gain skills to help them lead the lives of their dreams. Through the Foundation’s youth programs, we hope to do all of this and more. Whether it’s teaching students skills to make positive decisions through Lions Quest, equipping a youth health clinic or building a place for children to call home, LCIF is changing children’s lives every day. Read about some of these inspirational youth stories here.

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New Possibilities for a Better Future

Lions Quest Program

Nine-year-old Brainer Parejo Benitas has a better chance at making healthy and safe decisions as he grows by participating in Lions Quest.

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Equipped for Success

Lions Quest Program

Lions Quest has helped high school senior Blake O’Donnell gain the confidence and skills she needs to be successful in her transition to college.

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From Wheelchair to Walking

Special Needs Playground

A special needs playground in New South Wales, Australia helps six-year-old Amber Farlow improve her mobility.

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A New Home and a New Future

Street Children Center

Clerson Nacimento and Windson Randrei in Brazil can dream about their futures now that they have a home at the Street Children Center.

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Gaining Skills That Will Last a Lifetime

Lions Quest Program

Marvin Hoffman in Reinstadt, Germany is more equipped to face teenage challenges thanks to the youth development program Lions Quest.

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