Any member of the club who has maintained active membership as a lion for 20 or more years and has rendered outstanding service to the club, community, or the international association; or any member of the club who has maintained active membership for 15 or more years and is at least 70 years of age; or any club member who is critically ill, may be granted life membership upon (1) recommendation of the club, (2) payment to the association of $300.00 and (3) approval by the International Board of Directors.