The Luck of the Elks

The Elks National Foundation doesn’t need a rabbit’s foot, a four-leaf clover or any luck to help Elks build stronger communities. Instead, the Elks focus on working to meet local needs. See how Elks are serving their communities through ENF programs.

Community Investments Program

“Our Lodge members work hard to help children of all ages develop life skills that will make them better citizens in the future.”

Eric Hamilton, CIP Project Manager
Recipient of a 2012 Promise Grant
Petersburg, Va., Lodge No. 237

Click here to see how Lodges invest in their communities.

ENF Scholarships

“Thank you very much for the scholarship. You are helping me pursue a career in which I will help others for the rest of my life.”

Clara Stickney, 2012 Most Valuable Student Scholar
Sponsored by Portland, Maine, Lodge No. 188

Read how Elks scholars are committed to their schools and their Elks family.

Elks National Hoop Shoot Free Throw Contest

“I practice every day. I have to stick with it and focus to do well.”

Megan Fannin, 2012 National Finalist
Sponsored by Watertown, S.D., Lodge No. 838

Read how Hoop Shoot participants work hard to meet their goals.

Elks National Veteran Service Commission

“Our Freedom Grant allowed our Lodge to join with other organizations to host an event for local veterans. Their gratitude was an extra bonus for us all.”

Sherrie Riggs, Project Manager
Recipient of a 2012 Freedom Grant
Naval (Port Angeles), Wash., Lodge No. 353

Click here to see how Lodges have pledged to remember our nation’s veterans.

Elks National Drug Awareness Program

“The reality is that we’ve got work to do. Thanks to the Elks, we’re going to keep getting out there and talk to kids and motivate them to do something important with their lives.”

Milton Creagh, Elks DAP Spokesperson

Read more about how Elks are teaching youth to say ‘no’ to drugs.

Go ahead and spend that lucky penny! Check these news sites regularly to see how the ENF is devoted to helping Elks build stronger communities.