After you've put the work into identifying a need, planning a project, and getting Lodge support, it's time to tell the community about it. How do you know your project worked? Check out our tips below!

• Solicit feedback from everyone involved. This includes those you are serving and community partners.
  
  
• There is value in using technology to connect with volunteers and program recipients. Make sure you have contact information for all your volunteers and send everyone a thank-you. Ask for photos and videos of the event, as well as feedback and anecdotes. Click here for tips on engaging Lodge volunteers in the digital age!
  
  
• Tell your story to the media. Consider what aspects of your project are of interest to the public and promote the Elks as well as the project to encourage your community to become more involved in your Lodge. Click here to use our online to use our online News Release Generator to create a news release or view and edit saved releases.
  
  
• Recap the project on your Lodge website, bulletin, or newsletter to keep members informed and engaged, and to build excitement for next time.
  
  
• Don't forget to tell the ENF all about it, too! Submit your Final Report and include photos, videos, and media coverage so we can share your story with all of Elkdom!
  

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