Taking it Easy in the Big Easy

What comes to mind when you think of New Orleans? Jazz music? Mardi Gras? The Elks National Foundation?

This July, the ENF is heading to New Orleans for the Elks National Convention, ready to help you build stronger communities. Visit the ENF booth, attend an ENF seminar, or stop by during ENF staff office hours to learn how. Check out the ENF's Convention schedule below.

Sunday, July 13

Writing a Successful Impact Grant Application

Receive grant writing guidance from a professional grant writer, and be prepared to work on your Lodge’s 2015 Elks National Foundation Impact Grant application. This two-hour session is about Impact Grants only. Seating is limited, and admission is on a first-come, first-served basis. Doors open at 8:30 a.m. so arrive early to guarantee your seat.

This year, the ENF is offering this workshop twice. If you are unable to attend the first session, join us for the second.

Session 1: 9 to 11 a.m.
Ernest N. Morial Convention Center | Room 243-244*

Session 2: (repeat of Session 1) 12 to 2 p.m.
Ernest N. Morial Convention Center | Room 243-244*

Midday with the ENF

Ever wonder what happens after our Elks scholars begin college? Attend Midday with the ENF—a live show hosted by Elks National Foundation Director Jim O’Kelley—to hear current and former Elks scholars share what their scholarships mean to them. If you can’t attend the live taping, don’t worry. The show will be available online at www.elks.org/enf and by DVD in the fall.

12:30 to 2 p.m.
Ernest N. Morial Convention Center | Room 238-239*

Monday, July 14

Community Investments Program Office Hours

Elks National Foundation staff will be available to answer your questions on Community Investments Program grants—Beacon, Gratitude, Promise and Impact.

10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Ernest N. Morial Convention Center | Room 257*

Being an ENF Fundraising Chair

Discover the tools and resources available to simplify your role as ENF Fundraising Chair. Although the content for this seminar is designed for ENF Fundraising Chairs, all are welcome to attend.

1 to 2 p.m.
Ernest N. Morial Convention Center | Room 243-244*

Tuesday, July 15

How to Host a Hoop Shoot

Step up to the line to find out how your Lodge can host a successful Lodge Hoop Shoot contest and engage youth beyond the free-throw line.

1 to 2 p.m.
Ernest N. Morial Convention Center | Room 238-239*

Beacon Grant Basics

Learn how to design a great Elks National Foundation Beacon Grant project.

1 to 2 p.m.
Ernest N. Morial Convention Center | Room 243-244*

Community Investments Program: Share Your Project Ideas

Share Elks National Foundation CIP grant project successes, tips and ideas with other Elks during this round-table discussion.

2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Ernest N. Morial Convention Center | Room 243-244*

Wednesday, July 16

ENF Salute to Excellence Reception

Join the Elks National Foundation as we honor the best of 2013-14. We’ll recognize our Community Investments Program Volunteer of the Year, introduce our top Most Valuable Student scholars and Hoop Shoot National champions, and screen our latest videos.

1:30 to 2:30 p.m.
Ernest N. Morial Convention Center | La Nouvelle Ballroom A*

*Rooms are subject to change. Visit our website, www.elks.org/enf, for more information.


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