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Camas Lions Club Honors Lion John Nguyen As Lion Of The Month (Photo) -05/02/25

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Camas Lions Club Honors Lion John Nguyen as Lion of the Month

Honoring His Dedication to the ATTC Partnership and Outstanding Community Service

Camas, WA — The Camas Lions Club is proud to recognize Lion John Nguyen as our Lion of the Month, celebrating his remarkable leadership, deep compassion, and steadfast commitment to service. John’s efforts have established a new partnership with the Adult Transition Training Center (ATTC), a program dedicated to preparing teens with disabilities for meaningful adult lives.

As the club’s liaison to ATTC, John has played a pivotal role in organizing volunteer opportunities and offering mentorship to students. His hands-on involvement has included resume-writing workshops, interview coaching, and personalized career-readiness sessions. Most recently, John collaborated with EatWell Community Garden to establish a new partnership where Camas Lions now volunteer every Monday and Wednesday, teaching ATTC students gardening skills and helping them build confidence and independence through hands-on learning.

Thanks to John’s leadership, ATTC students are gaining valuable life and job skills in a nurturing environment where they feel supported, empowered, and connected to their community.

Beyond his work with ATTC, John has been an active force in a wide range of Camas Lions Club service projects. His contributions to The Hand Project, Heavy Helpers, Community Paper Shredding, Spruce Up Stevenson, and the Downtown Camas Cleanup have made a visible impact on the community. At the recent Volunteer Summit, John stood out as a welcoming presence—helping to engage new volunteers and even sponsoring new members into the club.

“John truly embodies the spirit of Lionism,” said Camas Lions Club President Stephanie O'Dell.
“His dedication to mentoring and service is not only inspiring, it’s contagious. He brings people together with heart and purpose. John stepped up to form a partnership in an area that was not simple or easy. This was a challenging issue in the community that took care and skill to develop. His thoughtful approach and persistence created something lasting and impactful.”

Thank you, Lion John, for your tireless service. You make Camas stronger, greener, and more connected.

About the Camas Lions Club

The Camas Lions Club has served the Camas-Washougal area since 1938 with a mission rooted in service, community, and compassion. From supporting youth programs and vision care to environmental cleanups and emergency aid, we strive to build a better, more inclusive community. We are proud to recognize members like John Nguyen, who lead by example and inspire us all to serve with purpose and pride.

At Camas Lions Club, we’re proud to serve and make a positive impact where we live.
Interested in joining us? Learn more at www.CamasLionsClub.org

Attached Media Files: Camas Lion of the Month, John Nguyen and Manuela Walter: Wreathes Across America, Camas Cemetery, Camas Lion of the Month, John Nguyen with his son at Battle Ground Lions Crabaganza, Camas Lion of the Month, John Nguyen with Tammie Coelho at Heavy Helpers, Camas Lion of the Month, John Nguyen, his son, and Dave Evans at The Hand Project, Camas Lion of the Month, John Nguyen speaking to Camas Lions Club about ATTC volunteer opportunities, Camas Lion of the Month, John Nguyen with Casey O'Dell at Downtown Camas Cleanup,

Camas Lions Club Joins Downtown Camas Cleanup Effort To Beautify The Community (Photo) -04/29/25

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Camas Lions Club Joins Downtown Camas Cleanup Effort to Beautify the Community

Camas, WA – April 27, 2025 — The Camas Lions Club rolled up their sleeves and joined forces with the Downtown Camas Association this past Sunday for the annual Downtown Camas Cleanup event. With gloves on and tools in hand, club members showed up in full force, eager to help refresh and beautify the heart of Camas.

Throughout the morning, Lions volunteers worked hard pulling weeds, removing invasive ivy, trimming overgrown bushes, planting colorful flowers, and spreading fresh beauty bark across downtown spaces. Their efforts were part of a larger community initiative to prepare Camas for the busy spring and summer seasons, ensuring that both residents and visitors can enjoy a vibrant and welcoming downtown environment.

“The Camas Lions are proud to support projects that make a visible difference in our community,” said Stephanie O'Dell, President of the Camas Lions Club. “We believe in the power of service, and it was inspiring to see so many volunteers come together to make downtown Camas shine.”

The Camas Lions Club has a long history of community involvement, and participation in events like the Downtown Camas Cleanup is just one way the club continues to live out its Lions International motto: “We Serve", and Camas Lions Annual President's theme: "Even Better Together."

For more information about the Camas Lions Club and upcoming volunteer opportunities, visit www.CamasLionsClub.org

Attached Media Files: Casey O’Dell and John Nguyen, Camas Lions: Rick Pero, Lisa Stone, Stephanie O'Dell, Denise Davis, Casey O'Dell, Camas Lions: Rick Pero, Lisa Stone, Stephanie O'Dell, Denise Davis, Casey O'Dell, Camas Lions: Carl Keels, Joan Keels, Casey O'Dell, Camas Lions: Rick Pero, Joan Keels, Camas Lions: Brian Scott, John Nguyen, Manuela Walter, Stephanie O'Dell, Leslie Chasse, Rick Pero, Lisa Stone, Casey O'Dell, Camas Lions: Rick Pero, Lisa Stone, Joan Keels, Leslie Chasse, Brian Scott, Stephanie O'Dell, Casey O'Dell, Camas Lions: Rick Pero, Lisa Stone, Joan Keels, Leslie Chasse, Brian Scott, Stephanie O'Dell, Casey O'Dell, Camas Lions: Rick Pero, Lisa Stone, Joan Keels, Leslie Chasse, Brian Scott, Stephanie O'Dell, Casey O'Dell, Camas Lions: Rick Pero, John Nguyen, Camas Lions: Leslie Chasse, Brian Scott,