About & join
About the Dallas Lions & how to join
Chartered in 1950, the Dallas Lions Club has served the Back Mountain for more than 75 years through donations, work projects, and community events.
Who we are
The Dallas Lions Club is a chartered member of Lions Clubs International, one of the largest membership-based service club organizations in the world. Our motto, like every Lions club’s, is “We Serve.”
We’re women and men from our local communities who contribute our time, talent, and treasure to make our community a better place to live and work. We focus our efforts on vision health, childhood and family hunger, and education.
We work with other local service clubs, including the Rotary and Kiwanis clubs, on community service projects.
In February 2025 the club celebrated its 75th anniversary at Apple Tree Terrace at Newberry Estate.
What we support
Over the years the Dallas Lions have supported dozens of local charities and projects, including:
- Leader Dogs for the Blind
- Northeast Sight Services
- Eyeglasses recycling
- Back Mountain Library (large-print books)
- Back Mountain and Fellowship Church food banks
- Dinners for Kids
- Misericordia Women with Children Program
- Patriots Cove (veterans and first responders)
- Youth sports organizations
- The Salvation Army
- Community holiday displays
- Hometown Heroes Project
- Student scholarships
- Veteran support groups
Club officers
- President: Julie Persing
Full officer list coming soon.
Join the Dallas Lions
We’re always happy to welcome new members. All women and men over 18 who want to give a little time and energy to their community are welcome. We serve with like-minded neighbors in a spirit of fellowship.
- Visit a meeting. We meet the 1st & 3rd Thursday of each month at 6:15 PM at T.C. Riley’s Pub & Inn, 405 Carverton Rd., Wyoming, PA 18644. RSVP as a guest.
- Send us a note with the form below, or contact our Membership Chair.
- Get involved in a project or fundraiser that fits your schedule.
Membership Chair: Don Berlew · 570-760-6147 · info@dallaslionsclub.com
Membership FAQ
Who can join?
Women and men 18 and older are welcome. You don’t have to live in Dallas; the club serves the whole Back Mountain.
Can spouses or couples join together?
Yes, spouses and couples are absolutely welcome to join together.
When and where do you meet?
The 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month at 6:15 PM, at T.C. Riley’s Pub & Inn, 405 Carverton Rd., Wyoming, PA 18644.
What’s a typical meeting like, and how long does it last?
Can I visit before I join?
Yes, guests are always welcome. You can RSVP for a meeting below.
How much are annual dues, and is there a one-time initiation fee?
Do members pay for their own dinner at meetings? Is a guest’s first meal free?
Your first meal is on the club. After that, members pay for their own meal at each meeting.
How much time does membership take?
As much time as you’d like to give. There’s no minimum number of meetings or events.
What does the club do?
We give our time to help the Back Mountain community, supporting local families, schools, veterans, and neighbors in need, and pitching in wherever we can make a difference close to home. See upcoming events.
Can I help at an event without becoming a member?
Yes, help is always welcome! See upcoming events for ways to get involved.
How do I join?
Fill out the interest form below, or come to a meeting. Lions membership is by invitation: a current member sponsors you and the club’s board approves new members. Our membership chair, Don Berlew, will reach out.
Come to a meeting
Guests are always welcome, and your first meal is on us. Let us know you’re coming and we’ll look for you.