What’s your New Year’s resolution? The Elks National Foundation has resolved to build stronger communities throughout 2013. Here are some of the ways the ENF will accomplish this:

1. Get in shape. Throughout 2013, the ENF-funded Elks National Hoop Shoot Free Throw contest will inspire youth to stay active and healthy.
2. Learn something new. By providing nearly $3.6 million in college scholarships this year, the ENF will help tomorrow’s leaders attend the colleges of their dreams.
3. Serve others. By funding programs and projects that support veterans, the ENF will help Elks provide care and comfort for these heroes.
4. Stay healthy. The Elks Drug Awareness Program, funded by the ENF, will teach youth the dangers of drug and alcohol use and abuse, providing them with the information they need to lead healthy lives.
5. Invest wisely. By offering Community Investments Program grants, the ENF will help Lodges serve their communities in ways that will raise the Lodge’s profile, energize the membership, encourage former members to return to the fold, and gain the notice of people who want to be part of an organization that’s doing great things.

With all of these programs in place, the ENF is confident it will fulfill its New Year’s resolution. To follow the ENF’s progress in building stronger communities throughout 2013, visit www.elks.org/enf regularly.