The Palo Alto Host Lions Club is a proactive civic organization that has helped the people of Palo Alto and nearby communitie ... s since 1927. In February, 2009, the Concours received the "Academy Awards of Lionism" trophy for the most outstanding public service project in Lions Multiple District 4, which includes more than 600 Lions Clubs in California. In 1967, we organized and sponsored the first Palo Alto Concours D'Elegance, a classic car show which we use to raise money to help our communities. Over the years, the Concours has raised well in excess of $1,000,000 for local community organizations. Profits realized from the Concours are used for chairty. Currently, we contribute to some 35 community organizations. Join us June 25 & 26 2011 at Stanford! read more