Our History
A journey of service, fellowship and community impact.
The Beginning
Lions Club of Dabolim was formed in 2013 by a group of like-minded Lions committed to bringing the spirit of service to the communities around Dabolim and Chicolna.
The club was sponsored by the Lions Club of Margao and was chartered as the Lions Club of Dabolim
Key Dates
- 28 June 2013 — First meeting
- 3 July 2013 — First indoctrination
- 9 July 2013 — Second indoctrination
- 13 July 2013 — Charter application
- 28 July 2013 — Installation & Charter
Charter Leadership
The club's commitment to service and leadership was recognised from its earliest years.
Charter President
MJF Lion Angelo Mendonsa
Charter Secretary
MJF Lion JaiAmol Naik
Charter Treasurer
MJF Lion Manuel Dais
Early Achievements
The club began its journey with a committed team of Lions who laid the foundation for its tradition of service and leadership.
- International President's Club Excellence recognition in the charter year.
- Awarded as the Visionary Model Club of Lions Club International
- 10+ Melvin Johns Fellow members in the club.
- 8 Club Excellence award in last 14 years
- Best Club Award in last Lionistic Year
- Lion of the Year award to PMJF Lion JaiAmol Naik in 2019-20.
- Multiple Best President, Secretary and Treasurer Awards
Distinguished Lions
Lions Club of Dabolim has been privileged to have exceptional leaders among its members who have served at the highest levels of Lions International.
Past District Governor
MJF Lion Ularico Rodrigues
Year 2004-2005
Past District Governor
PMJF Lion Sasindran Nair
Year 2-19-2020
Immediate Past District Governor
PMJF Lion JaiAmol Naik
Year 2025 - 2026