The West Virginia Lions Youth Exchange Committee receives no direct funding from State Lions funds. Currently, funds are generated by asking the local Lions Clubs to make a yearly donation to support the program. Some clubs provide additional support by hosting and sponsoring special activities for the committee. The committee needs each club's help and support in promoting the Lions Youth Exchange program and getting the clubs involved with finding host families, youth wanting to travel and financial support. Any youth between the ages of 16-21 are eligible to apply, with the approval of the local Lions Club to become involved with the exchange program.
Cost involved in the program includes the cost of travel, plus desired spending money.
Room and board are provided by the host family. To become involved in the exchange program, please contact the chairman or one of the committee members listed above. These exchanges usually last for approximately six weeks, usually during the summer months. Hosting can be arranged to various countries throughout the world. The purpose of these exchanges is to provide our youth a chance to visit a foreign country and experience a different culture.