About Us

David has been with ALWF since its creation in 1984 and has held positions as State Director, Deputy Chair and Chairman over many years. David’s community work is extensive in Lions as well as having been founding Chairman/Director of the Drug Education Network (Lions DEN). He was a member of the DEN board for 38 years.

He is also the current Chairman of Crimestoppers Tasmania and a Director of Crimestoppers Australia.
David brings a wealth of knowledge and skills to ALWF through his experience on several national and state Boards.

He has been acknowledged on many occasions by Lions International as well as the Australian Lions Multiple District. David also received international recognition from Crimestoppers at a recent overseas convention, with the citation reading, “Civilian of the Year Award to Mr David Daniels OAM in recognition of selfless devotion, persistent service and significant contribution to Crimestoppers Tasmania”.

In 2006 David was awarded an Order of Australia Medal for his work in Lions drug awareness programmes and crime abatement.

After retiring from a hectic corporate career with a multi-national company some decade ago, David has committed to continuing his involvement with community work, utilizing his governance skills and business acumen. In his 40th year of Lions, he is still passionate and committed to serving the community, both state and national, through his work with the Foundation.

David has been a member of Lions Clubs International for over 25 years, 17 years with the L/C Glenorchy and transferred recently to the L/C Clarence for the past 8 years.  His specific leadership and board roles since 2015 within the Australian Lions Foundation (ALF) include: 

• Foundation Involvement: He has served as a Director and Trustee for the Australian Lions Foundation as Secretary, Grants Chair and Awards Chair with participating in official project launches and community assistance initiatives. 
• National Leadership: He served as the Council Chairperson for Lions Australia (Multiple District 201) during the 2020–2021 period.
• District Leadership: He was the District Governor for District 201T1 (Tasmania) for the 2019–2020 term.
• Recent Activity: As of late 2025, he remains active with the Foundation supporting new Directors with Grants and assisting where required.

While he has over 25 years of service to the Lions organisation, his formal tenure as a Trustee/Director specifically for the Australian Lions Foundation began July 2015.

With David’s administrative experience and general background for community welfare and knowledge of community needs will continue to promote and support with a passion the “Australian Lions Wellbeing Foundation.”

David has been with the Foundation since 1987 first as QLD Director and then from 1989 as Secretary/Treasurer. He has been a Lion for over 40 years and is passionate about helping people in their struggle against Drugs.

Along with the Chair, he was honoured with an OAM and also a Centenary Medal.

He is a member of the Lions Club of Rochedale Springwood in QLD and truly believes in the work that is being done by the Foundation on behalf of all the Lions family in Australia.

Alan joined the ALWF board in November 2023 and appreciates the opportunity to support the four Queensland Districts, in association with the Foundation’s major goals.

He is a member of the Lions Club of Pine Rivers and has undertaken numerous roles on District Cabinet, most recently Leadership Coordinator and Membership Coordinator.

Alan’s career in education saw him working in rural, remote, mining and urban communities.

As a school principal and Queensland review officer, he understands the value of prevention, early intervention and focused support. By connecting with a broad range of agencies, people of all ages have the best chance of success, both personally and in groups.

Alan has credentials as a life coach, mediator and sports coach. He has led the implementation of social and emotional learning programs.

He volunteers at the Brisbane International tennis tournament and has experience at state and national Track & Field Championships and the Commonwealth Games.

Alan is a servant leader whose goal is to bring out the best in others.

Donna-Marie Currey brings a strong commitment to wellbeing, inclusion and compassionate service to her role with the Australian Lions Wellbeing Foundation.

With a background in counselling-informed practice, advocacy and community support, Donna-Marie has a particular interest in mental health awareness, early intervention, and reducing stigma across all stages of life.

Within Lions, Donna-Marie advocates for the importance of member wellbeing as a foundation for sustainable service. She supports initiatives that strengthen connections within clubs, encourage help-seeking, and build practical pathways to help, particularly in regional and rural communities where access to services can be limited.

She is committed to fostering a culture of care within Lions, ensuring members feel valued, supported and empowered to continue serving their communities in meaningful and sustainable ways.

Maddy, based in Townsville, Queensland, is a passionate advocate for mental health and wellbeing. As a full-time carer for her mum, who has early-onset dementia, Maddy brings a deeply personal understanding of the challenges faced by individuals and families navigating health and wellbeing issues.

Currently studying Business and majoring in Marketing at university, Maddy also leverages her professional and academic expertise to contribute fresh perspectives and innovative ideas to the foundation.

With a strong background in community service, including volunteer work with the Townsville Northern Suburbs Lions Club, Maddy is passionate about giving back to her community. She is committed to breaking the stigma around mental health and supporting initiatives that promote resilience, awareness, and wellbeing across Australia.

Jarrod joined Lions in 2018 following in my grandfather’s footsteps, wanting to carry on his legacy of service to the community. Jarrod first joined ALWF as a Consultant and has now gone on to be a Director.

In his tenure with Lions Jarrod has served on Cabinet as the Information Technology Chairperson helping bring his district into the virtual world through the pandemic and he continues to upskill our members to serve our community. For this work, in 2022 Jarrod was awarded the International Presidents Medal. 

Jarrod also serves as a Director for the Lions Nurses Scholarship Foundation where he takes great pride in supporting nurses with their studies that may have otherwise been unattainable.

As a member and past President of the Lions Club of Manly, District N5, Jarrod is proud of the service they run within the youth in our community. From special needs “Ripper” Nippers programs to Hart Walkers and supporting local schools.