Says Mary: "The Community Investments Program is one of the most exciting programs at the Elks National Foundation. It is truly representative of the Elks’ mission to build stronger communities. When people see problems in their communities, they often want to help but don’t know how or where to start. The Community Investments Program offers individual Lodges support and direction, allowing them to harness the camaraderie and goodwill of their local Lodge to address those problems. I'm happy to be involved in the CIP and all of its possibilities."