Boat Giveaway Raffle 2023
Southport Lions Club Boat Giveaway Raffle has been a major event in Southport for over 40 years. Proceeds from the boat raffle are the primary funding source for all of the programs, charities, organizations and individuals funded by the Southport Lions Club. The raffle has evolved into one of the most anticipated, cherished, and successful fundraisers in Southport.
Live Drawing: September 2, 2023 • 3:00 PM Southport Lions Labor Day Car Show Southport Waterfront Park
Grand Prize:
2023 Carolina Skiff 192 JLS
with Suzuki Engine and Wesco Trailer
Second Prize: One year’s membership Freedom Boat Club
2023 Carolina Skiff 192 JLS Features
- Length – 19 FT 2 IN
- Beam – 79 IN
- Gunnel Height – 19 IN
- Weight – 1,716 LB
- Fuel Tank – 21 GAL
- Draft – 6 IN
- Max Persons – 6
- Carolina Blue Gel Coat Stripe
- Front & Rear Live‑Wells
- Stainless Hardware
- Removable Cooler
- 1,100 GPH Bilge Pump
- 500 GPH Aerator Pump
- Prewired for Trolling Motor
2023 Labor Day Car Show
and Boat Raffle Drawing
Thanks to all who participated in the Southport Lions 2023 Car Show
September 2, 2023 • 9:00 am – 3:00 pm Southport Waterfront Park
Southport Lions want to express gratitude to all Labor Day Car Show (and Boat Giveaway) participants for helping make our annual fundraiser a success. It was a beautiful day and all the splendid cars, trucks, and motorcycles made Southport shine even brighter.
Congratulations to all 40 trophy winners and 44 sponsors (listed below). A big thank you to the Mayor, Chief of Police, Director of Community Services, and all citizens of Southport for their support!
Some Fun Facts
- 141 registered vehicles total
- Vehicles were registered to 17 different car clubs
- Participants journeyed from 2 different states
- Participants were from 28 different towns
- Participants traveled from locales as far as 228 miles from Southport
2023 Car Show · Top 25 Trophy Winners
2023 Car Show · Specialty Award Winners
Best Foreign
Best Ford
Best GM
Best Corvette
Best Mopar
Best Truck
Best Motorcycle
Best Survivor
Best Orphan Brand
Longest Distance
Southport Director of Community Services Award
Southport Police Chief Award
Southport Lions Spectator Choice
Southport Lions Choice
Southport Mayors Choice
Community Flag Project
The display of the American Flag throughout Southport provides a sense of pride and patriotism. These displays leave a lasting and positive impression — on adults, young people, and the community at large (including visitors). Over 120 flag sites are sponsored by private businesses, local merchants, and individual Lions members. In past years, the project has raised over $2,800 — helping to support local charitable causes and vision programs. Flags will be displayed on the following holidays and special observances.
| Event | Observance |
|---|---|
| Martin Luther King Jr. Day | Third Monday of January |
| Presidents Day | Third Monday of February |
| Memorial Day | Last Monday in May |
| Flag Day | June 14 |
| Juneteenth | June 19 |
| Independence Day | July 4 |
| Labor Day | First Monday of September |
| Patriot Day | September 11 |
| Veterans Day | November 11 |
| Pearl Harbor Day | December 7 |
Meetings & Speakers
Format
Luncheon Meeting
Dates
1st and 3rd Thursday (each month)
Time
11:45 am – 1:00 pm
Visitors are always welcome.
The Southport Lions Board of Directors also meets privately, once-monthly, on the first Thursday of every month at 10:00 am (prior to the regular member’s luncheon meeting).
Two of our meeting days are reserved for an annual Officers Installation Ceremony and a Christmas Dinner. Various social events are also scheduled throughout the year.
Guest Speaker
We strive to have a speaker at every luncheon meeting. This is truly an important part of our overall program. Speakers usually give a 20‑minute presentation followed by a short Q&A session. Topics can range from local government matters and town events — to leisure activities, entertainment, or even sports. However, most of our speakers talk about what their organization does for our Community.
If you are an administrator of a local charitable organization or would like to speak to the Lions Club on a matter of local interest, we would greatly value your viewpoints at one of our meetings. Being a guest speaker can be an excellent way to promote your mission — while seeking financial or friendly support from our Club and its Members. Guest speakers dine at no cost.