How the Community Benefits: Why “The Blessing” is such a widely respected event

As the event organizer, the Narragansett Lions Club is responsible for collecting and distributing funds related to all events associated with the Blessing weekend. 100% of all profits from the weekend are distributed to a variety of worthy causes.

In addition to the causes and charities listed below, the Narragansett Lions Club gives approximately 40% of its annual budget directly to families and individuals in need. We provide such things as heating oil, food, medical equipment, and cash for those who are in crisis. We do not disclose the names of those who receive this kind of aid.
 

Summary of 2009 Community Contributions

Programs for Youth:

§ Narragansett Little League
§ S.C. Youth Soccer
§ Annual Easter Egg Hunt
§ Narragansett H.S. Athletic Boosters
§ Alton Jones Field Trip
§ RIF Book Program
§ Scholarships
§ Vision Screening Machine
§ High School Track Team
§ Breakfast with Santa

Community Projects:

§ Families in Need
§ Hospice of South County
§ Festival of Lights
§ Library - Large print books
State & International:

§ Lions' Sight Foundation
§ Cancer in Children
§ Lions Club International Foundation

Special Causes:

§ STATION FIRE VICTIM FUND 2003: $33,000+
§ RI MILITARY FAMILY RELIEF FUND: 2004: $60,000+


§ Pals of the Playground
§ South County Firemen's Museum
§ Seniors Handicap swim aide