About Us
Empowering youth to serve, lead, and make a lasting impact in our community and beyond.
Our Rich History
Since its founding in 1917, Lions Clubs International has embodied a spirit of understanding and humanitarian service that unites people across borders and cultures. What started as Melvin Jones’ vision has grown into a worldwide movement of compassion and community service, with the Lions Club of Horana proudly continuing this legacy in Sri Lanka.
Foundation
Melvin Jones establishes Lions Clubs International in Chicago, focusing on community service.
International Growth
First club outside the U.S. formed in Canada, marking the beginning of global expansion.
Vision Mission
Helen Keller challenges Lions to become 'knights of the blind in the crusade against darkness.'
UN Partnership
Lions Clubs International becomes a charter member of the United Nations.
Global Impact
For over a century, Lions Clubs International has been making a difference in communities worldwide through humanitarian service, grants, and sustainable projects.
Global Reach
Present in over 200 countries with 1.4 million members dedicated to service.
Vision Care
Leading global efforts to prevent blindness through the SightFirst program.
Youth Development
Empowering young leaders through Leo Clubs and leadership programs.
Community Impact
Supporting local initiatives from disaster relief to environmental conservation.
Our Mission
Lions Club Horana is dedicated to empowering youth through service, leadership, and community engagement. We strive to create positive change, foster personal growth, and build a brighter future for our community and the world.
Our Leadership Team
Meet the dedicated leaders of Lions Club Horana who serve our community with pride.
Lion Indika Padmakumara MJF
President
Lion Ruwan Chandana
First Vice President
Lion Niroshana Sanjeewa Kavirathne
Second Vice President
Lion Rathnasena Ranathunge
Secretary
Lion Kasun Jayasanka Pathinayaka
Treasure
Lion Dhananjaya Ruhunage MJF
Member
Lion Dayapala Pathirage
Member
PDG Lion Nimal Aluthge MJF, MAF, JP
Member
Lion Dr. Deepal Fernando
Member
Lion Lalith Wijayasiri
Member
Lion Elmer Jayawardena
Member
Lion P. B. Upali Thisera JP
Member
Lion H. D. Pathiayake JP
Member
Lion Ajith Ariyarathne
Member
Lion M. I. Thilaka
Member
Lion M. Senevirathna
Member
Lion Dr. Vajira Perera
Member
Lion Nishantha Gamage
Member
Lion Dr. Harsha Kumbukage
Member
Lion Indika Attygalle
Member
Lion Pradeep Kingsly Kumara
Member
Lion Janitha Sandun Wijayasiri
Member
Lion Dharmasiri Gunathilaka
Member
Lion Madulal Pushpakumara
Member
Lion Charith Wickramaarachchi
Member
Lion Chethika Lahiru Gamage
Member
Lion Chandana Wijesooriya
Member
Lion Dilshan Harshana Thisera
Member
Shanthi Ramya
Member
Lion Siripala Athukorala
Member
Lion Saman Saraschandra
Member
Lion Wasantha Haputhantri
Member
Lion Kithsara Ruhunage
Member
Lion Ruwan Dhamika
Member