Since 1939 the Lions Club of Franklin, North Carolina has proudly served the citizens of Macon County. Being a Lion is about leading by example, building relationships and improving the world through kindness. To say it simply, "We Serve".

Our many community service projects include: Assitance with Eyeglasses and Exams, Services for the Blind, Scholarships for High School Seniors, and we're pretty sure you've seen the American Flags we fly for area businesses on holidays.

If you would be interested in becoming a member of the Franklin Lions Club or volunteering with our efforts, feel free to contact us or speak with one of our members! We would love to have you join us in serving others.

 

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FRANKLIN LIONS CLUB AMERICAN FLAG DISPLAY PROJECT

 

Your business can join more than 75 others in the Town of Franklin limits when you participate in the Franklin Lions Club's American Flag Display Project.

The cost is only $30.00 per year and Franklin Lions take care of the rest ... putting up and taking down an American Flag (or flags) in front of your business.

We're sure you've seen them during July 4th and on the other holidays on the display schedule (a total of six).

Learn More About the Franklin Lions American Flag Display Project »

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KAYLEE ROTEN RECEIVES
2026 FRANKLIN LIONS SCHOLARSHIP

 

Kaylee Roten of Franklin High School was awarded the Franklin Lions Club's Annual Scholarship during the school's Annual Scholarship Night.

Kaylee will be attending Western Carolina University to study Business and explore career opportunities in marketing, management, and entrepreneurship.

She received a one-time scholarship in the amount of $2,000 toward her higher learning. Our congratulations and best wishes for continued success to Kaylee!

We also thank those of you that support our many fundraising efforts that make the Franklin Lions Annual Scholarship Program possible!

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TONY ANGEL INDUCTED INTO NORTH CAROLINA LIONS HALL OF FAME

 

Lion Tony Angel, of Franklin, North Carolina was inducted into the North Carolina Lions Clubs Hall of Fame at the association’s 102nd State Convention, held in Greensboro, North Carolina from April 16 through April 19, 2026.

“Membership in the Hall of Fame is based on servant leadership and engaging in and supporting humanitarian service and disaster relief in their community, throughout North Carolina, and the Association’s worldwide efforts,” said Past International President Sid L. Scruggs, III.

“Lion Tony has been recognized on numerous occasions for his humanitarian service. He has also received the International Presidential Leadership medal from the President of Lions Clubs International, which is the second highest award a Lion can receive. It is right and fitting that this remarkable Lion be inducted into the Hall of Fame,” said Scruggs.

The North Carolina Lions only inducts two members annually from each of the five Districts in which the State is divided, one living and one posthumously. Angel represents District 31-L.

A member of the Franklin Lions Club since 2005, Angel has served twice as the Franklin club president and has been active in many of the club’s community events and fundraisers.

MORE ABOUT LION TONY'S HALL OF FAME INDUCTION »

 

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NEW OFFICERS INSTALLED

 

Officers for the 2025-2026 Lions Year:

President: Ruth Hensz-Stilwell

1st Vice President: Lion Steven Schmitt

2nd Vice President: Lion Dub Elkin

Secretary / Treasurer: Lion Dave Notter
Assistant Secretary / Treasurer: Lion Michaelle Sciberras

Tailtwister: Lion Donnie Wallace

Lion Tamer: Lion Brian Alper

Director 1 Yr: Lion Patti Elkin, Lion Liz Birolin

Director 2 Yr: Lion Pete Haithcock, Lion Karen Alper

Membership Committee: Lion Judy Burnett (Chair), Lion Liz Birolin, Lion Judy Wallace

Immediate Past President: Lion Dave Jones

 

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FRANKLIN LIONS SUPPORT KIDS PLACE WITH DONATION

 

Lion Ruth Hensz-Stilwell is shown above presenting a check to Alisa Ashe Director of KIDS Place, a children's advocacy center in Franklin.

The Franklin Lions recently made a donation to KIDS Place Children's Advocacy Center to assist in the relocation to a new facility located in Franklin.

KIDS Place is Macon County’s only not-for-profit organization that coordinates the efforts of child protection services, forensic interviewing, law enforcement, prosecutors, child advocates, medical and mental health experts, all under one roof.

 

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When caring people join together, roll up their sleeves and take action to make their community better, it’s a beautiful thing—and an incredible feeling for everyone involved. That’s Lions. Since It’s inception in 1917, Lions International has grown to more than 48,000 clubs around the world with 1.4 million caring men and women serving together to make a lasting impact and change more lives.

The Franklin Lions Club was chartered in 1939 and has carried on the vision of Lionism for over 80 years. Since being chartered, Franklin Lions have served thousands of residents in Macon County and made a lasting impact in our many communities.

Back in 1925, Helen Keller addressed the Lions international convention in Cedar Point, Ohio. She challenged Lions to become "knights of the blind in the crusade against darkness." From this time, Lions clubs have been actively involved in service to the blind and visually impaired. 

The Franklin Lions Club proudly carries on this call to action today. If you need eyecare and can't afford an examination or glasses, we may be able to help. Simply complete our Contact Form for additional information.

 

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FRANKLIN LIONS CLUB MONTHLY MEETINGS

 

The Franklin Lions meet the second and fourth Monday of each month at the Louisa Chapel Methodist Church Fellowship Hall at 6:00pm.

Directions: take 64 West. Louisa Chapel is the first left after you go through stoplight at Sloan Road. Stay on Louisa Chapel Road. When you pass September Embers Dr. on left church is on left ... 470 Louisa Chapel Road.

 

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