Vision & eye care
We support vision screenings, provide help with eye exams and glasses, and collect used eyeglasses for redistribution.
Serving Durham since 1951
Neighbors serving neighbors.
The Durham Lions Club is Durham’s oldest service organization, bringing people together to support vision care, scholarships, local causes, and community traditions.
About our club
Rooted in Durham. Guided by “We Serve.”
The Durham Lions Club was founded in October 1951 and has served the town ever since. Members have long combined fellowship with practical service, supporting local needs while also advancing the wider Lions mission of helping people in our communities and around the world.
Over the years the club has built traditions that Durham residents know well, especially its long-running presence at the Durham Fair and its commitment to vision-related causes, scholarships, and town projects.
What we do
Service that stays visible in the community
Scholarships & youth
Since 1958, the club has awarded scholarships to graduating students, including both academic and arts-focused awards.
Community events
From the Durham Fair food booth to town events and charitable fundraisers, the club helps bring the community together.
Durham traditions
- Durham Agricultural Fair food booth
- Comedy fundraiser and raffle
- Memorial Day Parade coffee and water
- Support for the Giving Garden
Continuing impact
- Eyeglass collection and recycling
- Vision screenings in local schools
- Support for local families and nonprofits
- Partnership support for Honduras Children’s Project
A piece of club history
The fair booth has been part of Durham Lions life for generations.
The historic photo at the top of this page captures a long-standing part of the club’s identity. What began decades ago as fair-time fundraising grew into one of the club’s signature community traditions.
Meetings
Visitors are welcome.
When: Second and fourth Tuesday of each month
Where: Durham Community Center, Durham, Connecticut
Want to learn more? Use the contact form and we’ll be glad to connect.
Whether you are interested in community service, fellowship, local events, or the Lions tradition of helping those in need, we would be glad to hear from you.
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Please use the form and one of our members will get back to you.
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