New President Jochen Straub strengthens Lions Club Hockenheim and children's projects!

New President Jochen Straub strengthens Lions Club Hockenheim and children's projects!

Hockenheim, Deutschland - A fresh wind blows through the Lions Club Hockenheim, because with Jochen Straub the club has a new president. The ENT doctor and founding member of the club accepted Axel Horn's official business, who looked back on a successful club year in his farewell speech. Under his leadership, numerous events, including the popular Hockenheim Advent and the Oktoberfest, were collected considerable donations. These flowed into various social projects, especially into the "Class 2000" program.

How the Schwetzinger Zeitung Since its foundation, the Lions Club Hockenheim has already over 100,000 euros in the "class 2000 “project invested. This initiative, which was launched in 1991, aims to sensitize primary school children to a healthy lifestyle, social skills and conflict management. The program has accompanied the children over four years and deals with topics such as healthy eating, relaxation and stress management. Eight school classes from Hockenheim, Altlußheim and Neulußheim are currently taking part.

new projects in sight

Jochen Straub plans to continue the successful support of the “Class 2000” project and to promote other children's and youth facilities in the administrative community. "The improvement of the quality of life of children in our region is important to us," said Straub. The organization and financing of the program is the responsibility of the Lions Club, whereby the costs per class are 250 euros annually.

A highlight for the coming months will be a benefit comedy show with the well-known comedian Marco Rima, which will take place on November 2 in the Rolf-Heidemann-Halle in Neulußheim. Advance sales for the tickets are already going well and they are available at various sales outlets. This event could not only be an entertaining experience, but also a valuable opportunity to gain further funds for social projects.

A look outside the box

The initiative of the new president, however, goes beyond Hockenheim's borders: The planned activities include a visit to the Lions Club in Cuxhaven and a visit to the state parliament in Stuttgart. These excursions are part of the engagement to offer members interesting insights and experiences. The club evenings are also enriched by exciting lectures to inspire and motivate members.

Overall, the new year of office under Jochen Straub promises a colorful mix of social engagements and entertaining events that will continue to strengthen the Lions Club Hockenheim in the region. With a good hand for the organization and the right support from the community, the future looks more than promising. Further information on the club projects can be found on the website of the Lions Club Hockenheim.