Wisconsin Lions Foundation

Diabetes Awareness

Our Projects Benefit the Community

Building a Healthier Wisconsin Through Awareness, Action, and Support.

At the Wisconsin Lions Foundation, we believe that awareness and early detection are the most powerful tools we have to reduce the impact of this disease.

From providing free resources to Lions Clubs at local community events to hosting specialized summer camp sessions for youth with diabetes, our mission is to ensure that no one has to navigate the complexities of diabetes alone.

“Diabetes is becoming more common. About 1 in 11 people in Wisconsin live with it.”

Grant Information

Online Grant Application

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Frequently Asked Questions

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School Technology Grant

Schools in Wisconsin are encouraged to apply for our School Technology Grant, which is designed to help Wisconsin schools acquire the technology necessary to monitor continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) for students living with diabetes. This initiative supports improved student safety and school readiness to respond to diabetes-related health needs.

Free Lions Resources

We provide Lions Clubs with free resources and informational materials to be shared with their local community to help raise awareness about diabetes.

Diabetes Youth Camp

At Wisconsin Lions Camp, we host a specialized camp for children with diabetes, allowing them to enjoy a traditional camp experience while learning health management.

What We Do

Support the Mission

Your financial gift supports our Diabetes Awareness Project.

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Join Our Efforts

Lend your time at Wisconsin Lions Camp supporting campers with diabetes.

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Spread the Word

Share our resources and educate your community about diabetes risks.

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PROJECT BACKGROUND

The History and Heart of Our Mission

Since 1998, the Wisconsin Lions Foundation (WLF) has focused on raising awareness about the diabetes epidemic. With assistance from the Diabetes Prevention and Control Program (DPCP), WLF obtained a grant from Lions Clubs International Foundation (LCIF) to start awareness programs focused on diabetes prevention and quality care within Wisconsin communities. This laid the groundwork to bring a diabetes week to the Wisconsin Lions Camp. Our first summer of campers with diabetes attended Camp, in partnership with the American Diabetes Association (ADA), during the summer of 2000. That camp has grown throughout the years and currently operates as two sessions of one-week camps for youth with diabetes operated exclusively by the WLF.

The awareness programs focused on diabetes prevention at WLF started by working closely with DPCP through the Wisconsin Department of Health Services. From the late 1990s on, various awareness materials were developed and distributed throughout the state. In 2026, the project is being revamped to be more impactful for children with diabetes.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I order Diabetes Awareness supplies?

You can order supplies by either submitting the order form or by filling out the online order form.

When does the grant accept applications?

The grant application period is April 1st – June 15th.

Who can apply for the grant?

Any Wisconsin school or school district with students who use continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) and require monitoring during the school day may apply. The applicant must be a representative of the school or school district requesting the assistance. Parents or family members of students who would benefit may encourage their school to apply, but cannot apply directly on behalf of their student.

What does the grant fund?

Up to 20 schools will be awarded funding of up to $1,000 to purchase technology to monitor students with diabetes who use a CGM. Examples of technology that may be purchased with this grant include, but are not limited to, smartphones, tablets, iPads, smart devices that receive CGM alerts, and WIFI upgrades.

Who is responsible for maintaining the technology after purchase?

This grant award applies towards the initial purchase of technology. All ongoing maintenance, upkeep, upgrades, and repairs of the device are the responsibility of the grant awardee.

How do you find out if you are awarded the grant??

Grant applications will be ranked using a scoring rubric and funding will be awarded to those with the highest demonstrated need and readiness. Grant awardees will be notified by early August of their award.