Lions District 4-C4
Lions Clubs International is the world’s largest community service organization. When caring people join together, roll up their sleeves and take action to make their community better, it’s a beautiful thing — and an incredible feeling for everyone involved. That’s Lions. Being a Lion is about leading by example, building relationships and improving the world through kindness. It’s 1.4 million caring men and women serving together so they can make a lasting impact and change more lives.
lionsclubs.org – About Us
Lions District 4-C4 is a member of Lions Clubs International, comprising of all the Lions Clubs in San Francisco County, San Mateo County, and the City of Palo Alto. We’re a diverse group of clubs with one common goal — to serve.
Lions ready to serve beyond your own club?
District 4-C4 now has a District Vanguard volunteer page for Lions who are willing to help with service projects throughout the district.
This is a great way to support other clubs, strengthen district-wide service, and make a bigger impact in our communities.
District Leadership
District Governor Jimmy Ness
Foster City Bair Island Cyber Lions Club
Lion Jimmy Ness truly embodies the spirit of Service—dedicated to helping others with no expectation of recognition or reward.
Lion Jimmy began his journey in 2015 with the Foster City Lions Club, quickly rising through leadership roles including Club Director, Vice President, and President. He chaired 11 committees and left a lasting impact at every level.
In 2020, alongside his partner-in-service Lion Melite Wood, he co-founded the Foster City Bair Island Cyber Lions Club. Their mission expanded beyond local service to include global outreach in Tonga, Ukraine, and the Philippines.
Professionally, Lion Jimmy is a successful business owner. Personally, he’s a proud father of two daughters, a talented DJ, and a solid golfer.
In the realm of Lions leadership development, Jimmy is passionate and accomplished. From 2018 to 2023, he earned his Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Doctorate degrees from Lions University. He is a graduate of both the Advanced Lions Leadership Institute and the Faculty Development Institute and currently serves as a trainer for the MD-4 Emerging Lions Leadership and Regional Lions Leadership Institutes.
First Vice District Governor Maryah Tucker
Bay Area Special Olympics Lions Club
Lion Maryah Tucker, a legacy of leadership and service. Lion Maryah is proud to be a third generation Lion. At just five days old, she attended her first District Convention in the arms of her grandfather, Past District Governor Donald Stanaway. By age two, she was participating in the International Convention Parade, beginning a lifelong journey of service and leadership
A member of the Bay Area Special Olympics Lions Club, Lion Maryah has served in nearly every club leadership role. Her favorite remains Service Chair, where she challenged her club to expand its impact across all of Lions International’s Global Causes.
Since 2017, Lion Maryah has served as Zone Chair, Region Chair, District Global Service Team Chair, and Multiple District 4 Childhood Cancer Chair. Recognized as Zone Chair of the Year in 2019, she later led a district-wide childhood cancer initiative that raised more than $10,000 for Kids & Art. As MD-4 Childhood Cancer Chair, she shared more than 100 service project ideas and resources with clubs throughout California. She also helped District 4-C4 achieve 100% service reporting, 2 years in a row.
A graduate of the Regional Lions Leadership Institute and a Faculty Development Institute Certified Trainer, Lion Maryah is passionate about developing future leaders. She has attended the past five USA/Canada Lions Leadership Forums where she has achieved her PHD from Lions University.
Lion Maryah has received multiple awards from the district, state and International level including the Inter National Presidents Metal of Service. She is a progress Melvin Jones Fellow, and a dedicated Trustee to the Lions Eye Foundation.
Outside of Lions, Maryah enjoys live theater and serves as Director of Youth Ministry at New Vision United Methodist Church. She remains grateful for the friendships, mentorship, and support of District 4-C4 and looks forward to continuing to serve alongside her fellow Lions.
Second Vice District Governor Asia Kan
Silicon Valley Lions Club
Lion Asia Kan developed a passion for helping others while growing up in Hong Kong, where he served as a Boy Scout and a member of the Civil Aid Service. Guided by the Lions motto, “We Serve,” he is dedicated to strengthening clubs, developing future leaders, promoting membership growth, and expanding meaningful service through his personal motto, “Service Through Unity.”
Lion Asia began his Lions journey with the San Francisco Chinatown Lions Club in 1994 and later returned to active Lions service as a Chartered Member of the Silicon Valley Lions Club in 2015. He has served his club in numerous leadership positions, including President, Treasurer, First Vice President, Service Chair, LCIF Coordinator, Board Director, Lion Tamer, and Tail Twister.
Professionally, Lion Asia holds a degree in Civil Engineering, is a Chartered Quantity Surveyor, and is a licensed California Building Contractor. After years of professional experience in Hong Kong, he immigrated to the United States in 1989 and has successfully operated his own construction business.
A lifelong learner, Lion Asia has earned Lions University Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees and is a graduate of the Emerging Lions Leadership Institute, Regional Lions Leadership Institute, and Faculty Development Institute. He has been recognized with the International President’s Certificate of Appreciation, the MD-4 Excellence Award, the District Governor Appreciation Award, the International Leadership Award from International President A.P. Singh, and a Membership Key Award.
Fluent in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin, Lion Asia values friendship, teamwork, and inclusive leadership. Together with his wife, Lion Shirley, and daughter, Lion Emily, he remains committed to serving communities locally and globally while inspiring others to make a positive difference through Lionism.