EL CAJON VALLEY HOSTS LION’S NEWSLETTER
March 30, 2026, Members: _29___ Guests: __6_
Facebook: El Cajon Valley Host Lions Club
Volume 2026 _______________________________________Issue 8
CALL TO ORDER: ___Ron Nevels___________________________________
Invocation: Christian Wille________ Pledge of Allegiance: Pennie McMahon ___
Patriotic Song: _Cat Zeman ___________ Song: _Good Bless America_________
HELEN KELLER QUOTE BY: Don Anthony__________________
GUESTS: __
| Reverend Dan Delavoy from Singing Hill Cemetery | Liz Castanet and the Matti Family |
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CALENDAR OF UPCOMING EVENTS:
March 9th – ECVH LC Board Meeting 6 PM, Elks Conference Room. Open to all members.
April 16th – ECV Lions Foundation Board Meeting. All are invited to attend.
April 18th – Gunsmoke Fundraiser 6: 00 pm – 10 pm
EL CAJON VALLEY HOSTS LIONS CLUB
2026-2027 PROPOSED SLATE OF OFFICERS
| President | Grant Thiem III |
| 1st VP | Cat Zeman |
| 2nd VP | Madelyne Nation |
| 3rd VP | Christian Wille |
| Secretary | Gary Robinson |
| Treasurer | Paul Tremblay |
| Membership Chair | Grant Thiem III |
| Club Administrator | Yvonne Paris |
| LCIF Coordinator | Yvonne Paris |
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU
CHRISTIAN WILLE (3-03-55) GRANT THIEM III (3-08-91)
SAD NEWS:
PP Walt Simmons____spoked about Paul Walters Passing _
IF you know of any members who are in distress, sick, or in the hospital, PLEASE notify PP Yvonne so our good wishes can be conveyed to him/her. 619/838-4262
Except Badges
PP Tom Normandie, PP Mark Clifton, PP Don Anthony, PP Tom Hoban, PP Chris Bramwell
VICE PRESIDENT REPORTS:
1st VP Grant Thiem III: Gunsmoke Update Madelyne Nation
_______sell tickets, finalize logistics for upcoming fundraiser ~3 weeks out)
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2nd VP Kat Zeman: ___No Updates_________________________________________________
3rd Christian Willie:___________________________________________________________
MEMBERSHIP: Grant Thiem III: ___________________________________________________
LCIF: PP Yvonne Paris: _________________________________________________________
HAPPY DOLLARS/FINES: TT Bob Acker_____________________________
| Paul Tremblay | $100 | Paul Walters Memorial |
| Gary Rpbinson | $100 | Paul Walters Memorial |
| Dyna Jones | $100 | Paul Walters Memorial |
| Ron Black | $20 | Paul Walters Memorial |
| Gary Sims | $100 | Paul Walters Memorial |
| Chris Bramwell | $100 | Lions Club |
| Warren McKenna | $100 | Paul Walters Memorial |
| Cat Zeman | $50 | Paul Walters Memorial |
| Walt Simmons | $15 | Paul Walters Memorial |
| Don Anthony | $100 | Paul Walters Memorial |
| Van Wilsey | $100 | Paul Walters Memorial |
| $20 | New Grandson | |
| Phil Smith | $100 | Paul Walters Memorial |
| Carol Livesay | $20 | Paul Walters Memorial |
| Coleen Owens | $10 | Paul Walters Memorial |
| $10 | Grandson Baseball Feats | |
| Grand Thiem III | $100 | Paul Walters Memorial |
| $5 | Van Wilsey Grandson | |
| Yvonne Paris | $100 | Paul Walters Memorial |
| Bob Acker | $100 | Paul Walters Memorial |
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| Paul Walters Memorial Giving | $1840 |
PROGRAM: Yonan Matti
Yonan’s communication breakthrough: Eye-gaze technology transformed his ability to communicate and learn, overcoming speech limitations due to cerebral palsy.
Educational access in the US: Yonan benefited from better resources, allowing him to engage in school and social activities actively.
Family support is crucial: His family provides essential daily care and emotional backing, helping him thrive in his new environment.
Van fundraising event planned: “Rock, Reggae and the Road” aims to raise funds on April 26 for a wheelchair accessible van. Donate to Southwest Catastrophic Illness Fund in honor of Yonan Luay Matti
Community support enhances resources: Partnerships with nonprofits and local organizations amplify fundraising efforts and educational support for Yonan.
Technology integration boosts learning: Assistive tools enable Yonan to improve language skills and pursue goals beyond basic communication.
UPCOMING PROGRAMS:
Dark April 20th
April 21st Lions Visit to the Leo’s El Cajon High School 11:30 am
ATTENDANCE DRAWING: __Patti Hamilton ___________ $____10____
50/50 OPPORTUNITY DRAWING: Cathy Zeman $50 (donate to Paul Walters Memorial Giving)_
TODAY’S RIB TICKLER
Lead to serve and serve to lead
Together in service
AP Singh, International Lions President