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Lions updates Eversight Illinois selected as Governor’s Project Pam Graney, District Governor of Lions District 1-D, has designated Eversight Illinois as her Governor’s Project for the 2016-2017 Lions year. Pam Graney “We are both honored and humbled to have been selected by Pam as her charity of choice,” said Diane Hollingsworth, Eversight Illinois Executive Director. “With her backing we are sure to make remarkable progress with our charitable endeavors in the coming months.” Throughout the year Graney will work to uphold the theme “Community Impact, Global Reach.” She will strive to increase awareness about the work done at Eversight Illinois and raise funds to benefit our mission. She hopes her efforts will create a legacy of support for Eversight Illinois for years to come. Fall 2016 | V I S I O N | Page 8 “People who are blind will have their vision restored because of the work we are doing right here in our district,” Graney said. “It is gratifying to think that we as Lions can help to make this transformation occur. Our partnership with Eversight Illinois is truly exciting!” Lions Centennial Celebration: June 30 – July 4, 2017 In 2017, Lions Clubs International will celebrate their Centennial Anniversary by holding the 2017 International Lions Convention in their city of origin: Chicago. There is a great deal of excitement in the Windy City and here at Eversight Illinois as preparations are already underway for this once-in-a-lifetime event. Our staff looks forward to working with Lions Clubs from across our service area, as well as those from around the world, to make this celebration unforgettable. Join the Centennial Anniversary celebration, contact Kara Kelly at [email protected].