One Shot, One Life: Lions Measles Initiative LIONS CLUBS INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATION

Measles: A Challenge for Lions and the World Each day, a quiet disaster takes place around the world. It may not make headlines, but it takes the life of 450 children every day – more than 164,000 a year. And it’s completely preventable. This disaster is measles – and Lions have vowed to fight against it. We need your help today if we are to win that fight!

What is Measles? Measles is… One of the top five causes of vaccine preventable deaths in the world Easy to prevent – the vaccine costs less than US$1 and gives life-long immunity Found in every part of the world – measles outbreaks have taken place on every continent and in all climates One of the most contagious diseases – 90% of those exposed to the measles virus will catch it if they do not have immunity

The Gates Challenge A union of two humanitarian leaders October 2011: a US$5 million Challenge Grant to LCIF to raise funds for the Measles Initiative The decision represents a deepening relationship started last year with four highly successful pilot projects Lions were chosen because of their global reach commitment to health in their communities serving the underserved proven track record to change lives for those in greatest need

We Care. We Serve. We Accomplish. What is the Measles Initiative? Since 2001, a partnership of international organizations committed to reducing measles deaths worldwide through mass vaccination campaigns and by strengthening routine immunization. US$750 million has been invested to date.

We Care. We Serve. We Accomplish. Why target Measles? What areas of the world are currently affected by measles? A.Developing countries B.Africa only C.Africa and Asia D.Every part of the world is affected by measles 6

Current Challenges D. Measles Affects Every Part of the World 2011 Outbreaks

We Care. We Serve. We Accomplish. Why target Measles? Which of these serious side effects can result from a measles infection and lead to lifelong health complications or death in children? A.Blindness from corneal scarring B.Encephalitis C.Pneumonia D.Severe diarrhea E.All of the above 8

We Care. We Serve. We Accomplish. Why target Measles? E: All of the above! About 1/3 of measles cases develop complications, including: -Corneal scarring and blindness -Encephalitis -Pneumonia -Severe diarrhea 9

We Care. We Serve. We Accomplish. Why Target Measles? How many deaths have been prevented by measles vaccination efforts since 2001? A.2 Million B.3 Million C.4 Million D.5 Million 10

We Care. We Serve. We Accomplish. Why Target Measles? D. 5 million deaths have been prevented! Since the Measles Initiative began its work in 2001, more than 1 billion children have been vaccinated, decreasing measles-related deaths by 78% and saving the lives of 5 million children. 11

VIDEO Lions Measles Initiative Celebrating our Pilot Year: 12

How Can You Help? One Shot, One Life

We Care. We Serve. We Accomplish. Make a Donation – and Make it Count! If your club gives US$1,000 to the One Shot, One Life Initiative, how much will the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation provide in matching funding? A.Nothing B.US$100 C.US$250 D.US$500 14

Sample Club Fundraising Ideas Challenge each member of your club to make a personal gift Organize a special fundraising event dedicated to One Shot, One Life Put a collection box at local pharmacies, Lion-friendly stores, doctor’s offices Direct your club’s yearly gift toward measles 15

How to Give  Recognition Programs: Melvin Jones Fellowships Club Banner Patches Major Gifts (pledges accepted)  Methods of Payment: Credit card online Check (US dollars only) Bank transfer Local Lions Account Deposits  Include MJF form Check “Measles” under 1. Purpose of Donation” 16

Recognition for Your Gift Every One Shot, One Life Gift is eligible for special recognition, including: Melvin Jones Fellowships Club Banner Patches Major & Lead Gifts (commitments accepted) Special Donor Wall at International Convention 17

Questions? One Shot, One Life