05 May 2026 | Updated 05 May 2026
Khalsa Aid International has been named the recipient of the 2026 Lions International Humanitarian Award, one of the organisation’s highest honours. The award recognises exceptional dedication to humanitarian service and includes a US$500,000 grant to support ongoing global relief efforts.
Lions International has named Khalsa Aid International as the recipient of the prestigious 2026 Lions International Humanitarian Award, recognising the organisation’s extraordinary leadership in global humanitarian relief and disaster response.
Founder and CEO Ravi Singh will accept the award on behalf of the organisation.
The Lions International Humanitarian Award honours individuals and organisations whose dedication to service exemplifies the mission of Lions International: to improve health and well-being, strengthen communities and support those in need through humanitarian service and grants that impact lives globally.
The award includes a US$500,000 grant from Lions Clubs International Foundation (LCIF) to support Khalsa Aid International’s ongoing humanitarian initiatives worldwide.
Founded in 1999 and guided by the Sikh principle of seva, meaning selfless service, Khalsa Aid International has delivered emergency food, medical care, clean water and long-term recovery assistance to communities affected by war, natural disasters and humanitarian crises across nearly 50 countries.
Under Ravi Singh’s leadership, the organisation has mobilised rapid-response teams, supported refugees, and partnered with local communities to rebuild in some of the world’s most challenging environments.
Khalsa Aid serves individuals regardless of faith, nationality or background, reinforcing a global commitment to dignity, equality and compassion.
“Khalsa Aid International exemplifies the very spirit of humanitarian service,” said Lions Clubs International President A.P. Singh. “Under Ravi Singh’s leadership, the organisation has brought compassion, dignity and life-saving support to people facing extraordinary hardship. We are honoured to recognise both Khalsa Aid International’s global impact and Ravi’s unwavering commitment to serving those most in need.”
The award will be presented during a special ceremony at the 2026 Lions International Convention in Hong Kong, China, where thousands of Lions from around the world will gather to celebrate service and international fellowship.
“I am deeply honored to receive this award from the Lions Club - a recognition that belongs to our volunteers, team members and Khalsa Aid leadership. This is a testament to their dedication in providing dignity to every person we are privileged to serve. This award shows what becomes possible when shared values of humanity and service rise above borders and boundaries.”
About the Lions International Humanitarian Award
The Lions International Humanitarian Award recognises individuals and organisations whose dedication to service reflects Lions International’s mission to improve health and well-being, strengthen communities and support those in need.
Lions International represents Lions Clubs International and Lions Clubs International Foundation. Through the service of 1.4 million members in 50,000 clubs and the grant-funding support of its foundation, Lions International supports humanitarian work locally and globally.