Fighting Hunger,Saving Lives
No one should go hungry. Our food programs serve thousands of meals through community kitchens and food drives.
Dedicated to Service Since 2024
Lions Club of Baroda Rising Star is part of the world's largest service club organisation. We are men and women who volunteer our time to humanitarian causes in our local and world communities.
Our club has been actively serving the Vadodara community through various projects in healthcare, education, environment, and community development.
- Community Service
- Healthcare
- Education
- Environment
Featured Service Activities
Discover the impactful service activities we're working on to make our community a better place.
Community Outreach
Connecting with underserved neighbourhoods to provide essential resources and support for families in need.
Youth Development
Mentorship programs, tutoring, and leadership workshops that empower the next generation to succeed.
Health & Wellness
Free health screenings, wellness workshops, and mental health support for community members.
Every Rupee Makes a Difference
Your generous donations directly fund our community programs, feeding families, supporting education, and empowering lives.
Recent Activities
A glimpse of our service in action.
8Women’s Empowerment Activity
## Women’s Empowerment Activity **Lions Club of Baroda Rising Star**, in association with **Modicare**, successfully conducted a **Women’s Empowerment Activity** on **8th September 2026** at **MLC, O.P. Road, Vadodara**. The activity was organized with the objective of promoting **women’s empowerment, self-confidence, personal development, financial awareness, and opportunities for women to become more independent and self-reliant**. The programme provided participating women with a platform to learn, interact, exchange experiences, and gain awareness about opportunities that can contribute to their personal and professional growth. The programme was conducted under the guidance and leadership of **Ln. Arti Singh, President, Lions Club of Baroda Rising Star and DC – Women’s Empowerment**. Her initiative and commitment towards women’s welfare played an important role in bringing together women from different Lions Clubs and creating a meaningful empowerment-focused programme. The collaboration with **Modicare** added value to the initiative by providing participants with information, motivation, and awareness related to opportunities for personal growth and economic empowerment. The session encouraged women to recognize their potential, develop confidence, and explore avenues that can help them achieve greater independence. A total of **35 women** participated in the programme, with representation from **5 Lions Clubs**. The activity was supported by **11 Lions Members**, who actively contributed to the successful organization and execution of the programme. **Ln. Tejal Rathod, Secretary**, was also present and extended valuable support during the activity. The programme concluded on a positive and encouraging note, leaving participants motivated to strengthen their confidence, explore new opportunities, and contribute more actively to their families and communities. ### Activity Highlights * **Activity:** Women’s Empowerment Activity * **Date:** 8th September 2026 * **Venue:** MLC, O.P. Road, Vadodara * **In Association With:** Modicare * **Lions Clubs Participating:** 5 Clubs * **Women Beneficiaries/Participants:** 35 * **Lions Members:** 11 * **Leadership:** Ln. Arti Singh – President & DC – Women’s Empowerment * **Special Support:** Ln. Tejal Rathod – Secretary ### Impact The activity successfully created awareness, motivation, and a supportive environment for women to understand their capabilities and consider opportunities for **personal development, confidence building, and economic self-reliance**. It also strengthened collaboration among participating Lions Clubs and reinforced the Lions commitment to supporting and empowering women in the community. **“Empowered women build stronger families, stronger communities, and a stronger society.”**
19Raksha Bandhan
RAKSHA BANDHAN CELEBRATION WITH INDIAN SOLDIERS Lions Club of Baroda Rising Star District 3232 F1 | Region 5 | Zone 1 Lionistic Year 2026–2027 📍 Activity Venue Station Head Quarters, EME Cir, Near EME Temple, Jayesh Colony, Fatehgunj, Vadodara, Gujarat – 390008 🎗️ Activity Theme “Celebrating the Bond of Protection and Gratitude with Our Brave Soldiers” Activity Description Lions Club of Baroda Rising Star proudly celebrated the auspicious festival of Raksha Bandhan with approximately 25 brave Indian soldiers at the Station Head Quarters, EME Cir, near EME Temple, Jayesh Colony, Fatehgunj, Vadodara. Raksha Bandhan is a festival that celebrates the bond of love, protection, respect and responsibility. On this special occasion, the members of Lions Club of Baroda Rising Star extended the spirit of Raksha Bandhan beyond family boundaries by celebrating it with the soldiers who dedicate their lives to protecting our nation. The Lions members visited the station and interacted with the soldiers in a warm and respectful atmosphere. The occasion was marked by the traditional Raksha Bandhan celebration, where Rakhi was tied to the soldiers as a symbolic gesture of appreciation, respect and gratitude for their service to the country. The celebration provided an opportunity for the Lions members to express their heartfelt thanks to the Indian Armed Forces for their courage, discipline, dedication and sacrifices. The soldiers were made to feel that they are an important part of the larger family of society and that their service is deeply valued. The programme also promoted the message that the protection provided by our soldiers allows families across the nation to celebrate festivals peacefully and safely. The interaction created a strong emotional connection between the Lions members and the soldiers and made the Raksha Bandhan celebration especially meaningful. The Lions Club of Baroda Rising Star remains committed to recognizing and supporting the contributions of our armed forces and to undertaking service activities that strengthen community relationships and promote patriotism, gratitude and social responsibility. “Our soldiers protect the nation every day; on Raksha Bandhan, we celebrate the bond of protection with them.” The Lions Club of Baroda Rising Star is proud to salute the courage, dedication and service of our Indian Armed Forces. Service First • We Serve • We Care
5Felicitation & Bhagavad Gita Distribution at LVP URJA Festival
Lions Club of Baroda Rising Star organized a meaningful felicitation activity at the LVP URJA Festival, Vadodara, promoting cultural values, spirituality, goodwill, and community engagement. During the event, 52 exhibitors participating in the exhibition were felicitated by the Lions Club. Each exhibitor was presented with a Bhagavad Gita as a meaningful gesture of respect and goodwill, along with a memento in appreciation of their participation and contribution to the exhibition. A special felicitation was also extended to Shri Radhikaraje Gaekwad, Maharani of Baroda, with the presentation of a memento and Bhagavad Gita. Special Interaction The Lions delegation had a warm and meaningful interaction with Shri Radhikaraje Gaekwad regarding the exhibition, its objectives, participating exhibitors, and the overall initiative. The conversation provided an excellent opportunity to strengthen community relations and promote the values of service, culture, appreciation, and social engagement. Lions Members Participated A total of 6 Lions Members participated in the activity: Zone Chairperson Lion Hiren Rathod Lion Aarti Singh Lion Tejal Rathod Lion Paresh Sharma Lion Manisha Patel Lion __________________ Key Highlights 52 exhibitors felicitated 52 Bhagavad Gitas distributed Mementos presented to exhibitors Special felicitation of Shri Radhikaraje Gaekwad, Maharani of Baroda Meaningful interaction regarding the exhibition 6 Lions Members participated Strong community engagement and goodwill generated Promoted Indian cultural and spiritual values through the distribution of the Bhagavad Gita Impact of the Activity The activity successfully brought together Lions service, cultural awareness, appreciation, and community relationship-building. The presentation of the Bhagavad Gita conveyed a message of wisdom, peace, values, and goodwill, while the felicitation recognized the dedication and participation of the exhibitors. The interaction with the Maharani of Baroda further enhanced the visibility of the Lions Club's service activities and strengthened its connection with the community. Conclusion Lions Club of Baroda Rising Star continues to uphold the Lions motto “We Serve” by organizing meaningful activities that promote community engagement, cultural values, appreciation, and social responsibility.
Voices of Impact
“The eye check-up camp gave my grandmother her sight back. The volunteers treated us like family — I will never forget their kindness.”
“Serving with the Rising Star team has been the most rewarding part of my year. Every project leaves a real, lasting mark on Vadodara.”
“I can see exactly where my contribution goes. The transparency and the impact reports make giving feel genuinely meaningful.”
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